Corporate Solicitor (NQ or 2-3 years PQE)

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm in Cheltenham is seeking a Corporate Solicitor (NQ or 2-3 years PQE) to work across various corporate and commercial matters. You'll engage with clients from day one and be part of a collaborative team with a culture of trust. The role offers flexible work options, generous holidays, and a supportive environment focused on professional development.

Benefits

24 days holiday plus bank holidays

Birthday off

Flexible work options

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Solid grounding in law with a sense of humour.
• Ability to think both like a lawyer and a businessperson.
• Attitude matters more than training or grades.

Responsibilities

• Work across corporate and commercial matters.
• Support clients with shareholder agreements and contracts.
• Engage with the business community and promote the firm.

Skills

Team player

Strong analytical skills

Commercial awareness

Education

Trained in England or Wales

Job description

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Corporate Solicitor (NQ or 2-3 years PQE), Cheltenham

Job Description:

Have you been in your current role for 2-3 years and you're looking to take your career to the next level? Or are you a recent or newly qualified solicitor, ready to make an impact? Are you looking for a varied role with access to clients straight away?

If you have 2-3 years PQE or if you've recently completed your training contract (England and Wales) and want to join a firm where you'll be trusted, supported, and challenged from day one, Sherbournes should be your next move.

Hire Purpose is delighted to be partnering with Sherbornes Solicitors. Sherbornes is a straight-talking, business-savvy firm with clients across the UK, from sole traders to household name PLCs. They don't do fluff or hierarchy; they simply deliver outstanding legal advice in a pragmatic, progressive, and human-centric way.

The role:

Working across a wide range of corporate and commercial matters, from shareholder agreements and company articles to acquisitions, disposals, and fundraising deals; you'll also support SME clients with day-to-day contracts like supply agreements and terms of business.

With lots of responsibility, you will also be fully supported to excel and develop your skill set. You will be encouraged to engage with the business community, attending events, promoting yourself, and the Sherbornes brand.

You will be part of a collaborative, generous team that's happy to share knowledge (and coffee rounds!). Commercial or corporate experience is a bonus, but if you have the right mindset, the team will help build your expertise!

Who we're looking for:

You must be trained in England or Wales. For Sherbornes, it's not about where you trained or your grade; what matters is your attitude and how you use the law to help clients get results. It's about working as a team player.

You need a solid grounding, a sense of humour, and the ability to think like a lawyer and a businessperson.

This is a Cheltenham-based role. If you're not local, you must be happy to relocate.

What you'll get:

A flexible, fun, dynamic, and supportive environment, with options for hybrid or full-time office work.

24 days holiday plus bank holidays, including your birthday off, and a culture of trust and autonomy.

Work alongside partners in a top-tier, collaborative team.

Interested? Send your CV in the first instance. All applications will be treated in strict confidence.

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