Corporate Solicitor

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in Leeds is seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join their team. The successful candidate will have 3+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in corporate law, including expertise in mergers and acquisitions, and corporate restructuring. Responsibilities include managing transactions, advising on corporate agreements, and delivering exceptional client service. The firm offers a competitive salary with a generous benefits package and opportunities for progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous benefits package

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in corporate law.
• Experience in mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring.
• Proactive in developing corporate practices.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of transactions alongside a Partner.
• Advise on corporate transactions and contracts.
• Manage client relationships with excellent service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Client-focused approach

Legal research tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sellick Partnership is currently working with an exciting Legal 500 ranked firm, based in Leeds, who is looking for a Corporate Solicitor to join their team.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Taking ownership of transactions and working alongside a Partner on more complex deals.
• Advising on a variety of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring.
• Drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
• Managing client relationships and delivering exceptional client service

The Successful Candidate will need:

• 3+ years PQE
• Evidence of understanding what is needed to help grow and develop a corporate practice
• A proactive and client-focused approach
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Confident using legal research tools, document management systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

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

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