Corporate Solicitor

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role involves providing legal advice on corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, while ensuring compliance with laws and regulations. The successful candidate will have a strong background in corporate law with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse corporate transactions, conduct due diligence, and represent clients in corporate disputes. Join a firm that values inclusivity and offers a competitive salary along with generous benefits and progression opportunities.

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE with strong experience in corporate law, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Expertise in drafting and reviewing corporate agreements and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate matters like mergers, acquisitions, and governance.
• Draft and review corporate agreements and contracts.

Skills

Corporate Law

Mergers and Acquisitions

Corporate Governance

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4+ years PQE)

Job description

Sellick Partnership is excited to be working with a large regional, Legal 500 ranked firm in Leeds who are looking for a Corporate Solicitor to join their team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide legal advice on corporate matters like mergers, acquisitions, and governance.
• Draft and review corporate agreements and contracts.
• Ensure corporate compliance with laws and regulations.
• Conduct due diligence on transactions and assess legal risks.
• Represent clients in corporate disputes and offer solutions.
• Assist with corporate restructuring and fundraising efforts.
• Stay updated on corporate law trends and changes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and support business development.
• Collaborate with other teams for cross-functional legal support.

The successful candidate:

• 4 + years PQE with strong experience in corporate law, including mergers, acquisitions, and corporate governance.
• Expertise in drafting and reviewing corporate agreements and contracts.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate compliance and regulatory requirements.
• Experience in conducting due diligence for transactions.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage corporate disputes and provide strategic solutions.
• Familiarity with corporate restructuring and fundraising processes.
• Ability to build and maintain client relationships.

In exchange, the firm is offering a competitive salary and generous benefits package, as well as progression opportunities.

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity, please contact Aimee Mann at Sellick Partnership.

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