Corporate NQ Solicitor

Conforsinergia lda; Middlesbrough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in West Yorkshire seeks talented solicitors for their Corporate team. The role involves drafting and negotiating corporate documents, advising clients on governance, and engaging in business development. Ideal candidates are newly qualified or have up to 3 years PQE, with strong drafting and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Newly qualified or up to 3 years PQE.
• Strong IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence and prepare reports.
• Advise clients on corporate governance.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiating

Communication

Time Management

Teamwork

Education

Solicitor qualification in England and Wales

Job description

Chadwick Lawrence is an award-winning law firm with offices across West Yorkshire. We are committed to a Chadwick Lawrence Way of working and a set of values that underpin everything we do, fostering an enjoyable working environment.

Position

Location:

Hours

Responsible to:

Salary

About us

Chadwick Lawrence is a leading local law firm with a successful and busy Corporate Team. Our multidisciplinary team works with local and national clients across various industries, providing specialist legal services in corporate, commercial, and finance law. We pride ourselves on delivering sound commercial advice and exceptional solutions tailored to our clients’ needs. We offer a supportive environment for career development, with exciting challenges and opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are seeking talented solicitors to join us, help us grow, and realize their potential.

Chadwick Lawrence is an equal opportunities employer. Our selection criteria and procedures are regularly reviewed to ensure fair treatment based on relevant merits and abilities.

About This Role

As part of our Corporate team, you will work on a variety of transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, company sales, joint ventures, and shareholder agreements. Your role will involve drafting and negotiating key documents, conducting legal due diligence, and advising clients on corporate governance matters.

Our impressive client list ranges from care homes and nurseries to oil companies and prominent sports teams in Yorkshire. You will have full access to clients and will play a key role in maintaining and growing these relationships.

Key Responsibilities

1. Draft, review, and negotiate corporate documents such as share sale agreements, disclosure letters, asset purchase agreements, and shareholder agreements.
2. Conduct legal due diligence and prepare detailed reports.
3. Advise clients on corporate governance and company law issues.
4. Prepare and review board minutes, resolutions, and filings with Companies House.
5. Conduct legal research.
6. Engage in business development activities and attend networking events.

Applicants Should Ideally Possess The Following Skills And Experience

1. Be admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales.
2. Be newly qualified or up to 3 years PQE.
3. Have excellent drafting, negotiating, and communication skills.
4. Ability to manage straightforward transactions and identify relevant legal principles.
5. Strong IT skills.
6. High initiative and effective time management skills.
7. A proactive, team-oriented individual with keen attention to detail.

Click here

We appreciate your interest in applying. If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.