Hybrid Corporate Commercial Solicitor – Strategic Counsel

NPA Recruit; Eastbourne; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus £1000

Job summary

NPA Recruit is working with a leading generalist solicitors practice on the South Coast to recruit a Corporate Commercial Solicitor in Eastbourne. The role covers corporate governance, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial agreements.

You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts and policies; provide risk analysis; and represent the firm in negotiations and disputes. The position offers 3–4 days in the office per week and a £1,000 signing bonus payable after joining.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with a valid practicing certificate.
• Minimum 1 year PQE within corporate matters.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial agreements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents and corporate policies.
• Conduct legal research to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Advise on legal risks and potential liabilities affecting the business.
• Represent the company in negotiations and dispute resolutions.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders and regulators as needed.
• Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations relevant to the business.
• Assist with corporate restructurings and other legal transactions.
• Develop training programs for employees on legal and compliance issues.
• Provide strategic legal advice to senior management.

Education

Qualified Solicitor with practicing certificate

Job description

NPA Recruit is working with a leading generalist solicitors practice on the South Coast to recruit a Corporate Commercial Solicitor in Eastbourne. The role covers corporate governance, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and commercial agreements.

You will draft, review, and negotiate contracts and policies; provide risk analysis; and represent the firm in negotiations and disputes. The position offers 3–4 days in the office per week and a £1,000 signing bonus payable after joining.