Corporate Solicitor - NQ-4PQE

CRA Legal; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Sheffield seeks a Corporate Solicitor to join its dynamic team. The role involves advising high-profile clients on corporate transactions, providing innovative legal solutions, and offers excellent career progression opportunities. Join a firm with a prestigious reputation and enjoy competitive benefits including flexible working and study sponsorship.

Benefits

23-30 days holiday plus bank holidays

Bonus scheme

Flexible and hybrid working

Company pension & sick pay

Study sponsorship

Car parking & social events

Free eye tests

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
• Experience in transactional corporate/commercial matters.
• Commercially minded and confident dealing directly with clients.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on corporate transactions including M&A and restructures.
• Drafting and negotiating corporate documentation like SPAs and agreements.
• Providing practical and commercially focused legal advice.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Negotiation

Client Management

Legal drafting

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Corporate Solicitor
Location: Sheffield
Salary: From £45,000+
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Key Highlights:

• Join a highly respected, well-established firm with an excellent reputation both throughout the region and beyond
• Work with a prestigious client base including PLCs and international businesses
• Strong progression and personal development opportunities

The Role:
A prominent, market-leading law firm is seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join their successful team in the heart of Sheffield city centre. This forward-thinking firm advises major clients across sectors including technology, financial services, and real estate.

You'll be part of a dynamic corporate team delivering commercial, innovative, and pragmatic legal solutions to high-profile clients. The role offers exposure to a broad range of transactional work, including M&A, joint ventures, corporate restructures, and general corporate advisory matters.
The firm is known for nurturing talent and offers genuine opportunities for career development and progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising clients on a range of corporate transactions including acquisitions, disposals, mergers, and restructures
• Drafting and negotiating corporate documentation such as SPAs, shareholders' agreements, and investment documents
• Acting for a broad client base from start-ups to PLCs and international organisations
• Providing pragmatic and commercially focused legal advice
• Supporting the wider corporate team in business development and client care

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales
• Experience in transactional corporate/commercial matters
• Commercially minded and confident dealing directly with clients
• A team player who is also capable of working independently
• Keen to develop professionally and take on increasing responsibility

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• 23-30 days holiday plus bank holidays (dependent on level and service)
• Bonus scheme (company-wide, individual, and Xmas)
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Company pension & sick pay
• Study sponsorship
• Car parking & social events
• Free eye tests

How to Apply:
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Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, contact Ross Roberts on 0114 241 8030 .
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