NQ Corporate Commercial Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Orpington; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

High-quality work

Mentoring from Partners

Career development

Friendly, collaborative environment

Hybrid working

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment is seeking a Newly Qualified Corporate & Commercial Solicitor for its Orpington team in Kent. You will work with experienced Partners on a broad range of commercial matters, gaining early responsibility and client exposure in a supportive, collaborative environment.

The role offers hybrid working, mentoring, and genuine career development as you transition into post-qualification practice. An ideal first step in a rewarding regional practice.

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified Solicitor with a training seat or relevant experience in Corporate & Commercial
• Strong academic and technical foundations
• Commercially minded with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator and keen to develop client relationships
• Ambitious, proactive and genuinely interested in building a long-term career in Corporate & Commercial law

Responsibilities

• Work on commercial contracts, business sales and acquisitions, and M&A
• Handle distribution agreements and general corporate advisory matters
• Provide support on a broad range of corporate and commercial work
• Collaborate with Partners and senior lawyers to develop client relationships
• Take on increasing responsibility as you progress in your post-qualification career

Skills

Newly Qualified Solicitor

Commercially minded

Client relationships

Job description

Corporate & Commercial Solicitor | NQ | Orpington, Kent
Legal 500 Regional Firm | Supportive Team | Quality Work | Hybrid Working

Qualifying into Corporate & Commercial law is a big step. The right environment can make all the difference.

A well-established regional firm is looking to welcome a Newly Qualified Corporate & Commercial Solicitor into its Orpington team. You'll work alongside experienced Partners and senior lawyers, gaining exposure to a broad range of commercial work while developing the technical and client-facing skills needed to build your career.

The Opportunity

The firm acts for an interesting mix of clients, from ambitious owner-managed businesses and sole traders through to larger companies, schools, charities and healthcare organisations.

You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced Corporate & Commercial lawyers on matters including:

• Commercial contracts
• Business sales and acquisitions
• M&A
• Distribution agreements
• Corporate and commercial advisory work
• General commercial matters

You'll be encouraged to take responsibility early, but with experienced lawyers around you to provide guidance and support as you develop.

About You

• Newly Qualified Solicitor with a training seat or relevant experience in Corporate & Commercial
• Strong academic and technical foundations
• Commercially minded with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator and keen to develop client relationships
• Ambitious, proactive and genuinely interested in building a long-term career in Corporate & Commercial law

What's On Offer?

• High-quality work with a varied client base
• Close support and mentoring from experienced Partners
• Genuine career development and progression
• Friendly, collaborative working environment
• Hybrid working

If you're approaching qualification and want to join a firm where you'll be trusted with real work, properly supported and given the opportunity to develop, this could be an excellent first step into your post-qualified career.