Corporate Solicitor job in Darwen

Hakim Group; Darwen; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical business is seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join their Mergers & Acquisitions team in Darwen. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in corporate law and proven expertise in managing M&A transactions. This role offers the chance to collaborate with seasoned professionals and shape the ways of working in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Employee health plan

Rewards portal with exclusive benefits

Exciting calendar of events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Experience at a leading law firm or in-house background.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advise on mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Conduct and manage legal due diligence exercises.
• Draft and negotiate key transactional documents.
• Provide expert legal advice on corporate governance.

Skills

Corporate law expertise

M&A transaction management

Strong organisation skills

Excellent communication

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Joining the Hakim Group means becoming part of a close-knit family of independent Optical practices across the UK and Ireland.

A career where empowerment, innovation, and unwavering support create a truly fulfilling experience. A career that’s not just fulfilling but a bit like joining a secret club of the happiest eye-care professionals. We are seeking a Corporate Solicitor to support our ambitious growth journey.

You will also receive:

• Exciting calendar of events, fostering a vibrant work culture.
• Employee health plan to prioritise your well-being.
• Rewards portal with exclusive benefits and offers.
• Embrace a supportive and expanding team, immersing yourself in our award-winning Hakim Group culture.

About the Role

Join our dynamic Mergers & Acquisitions team as a Corporate Solicitor, where you will work alongside seasoned legal professionals in the fastest-expanding optical business in the UK. Be part of our growth story and elevate your legal career in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.

You’ll have the opportunity to shape the ways we work and contribute to our continued growth.

This role is an office-based role at our HQ in Darwen. BB3 1AE

• Lead and advise on mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures.
• Conduct and manage legal due diligence exercises, providing clear and actionable reports.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key transactional documents such as SPAs, shareholder agreements, and NDAs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors (e.g., tax consultants, accountants) to ensure successful deal outcomes.
• Provide expert legal advice on company law, corporate structuring, reorganisations, and group restructures.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, including board processes, director duties, and shareholder issues.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and best practice standards.
• Assist in maintaining robust governance frameworks and internal policies.

The Ideal Candidate

You are a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, having trained at a leading law firm or developed a strong in-house corporate/commercial background. You bring proven expertise in managing M&A transactions with strong organisation and project management skills, together with the ability to prioritise effectively. With strong commercial awareness, you deliver pragmatic, business-focused legal advice, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation.

What’s Next?

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