Senior Corporate & Commercial Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate & Commercial Solicitor with over 7 years of PQE. The role involves advising SMEs and commercial clients on legal matters, offering direct client access, and the chance to influence the team's future in a supportive environment. The firm promotes hybrid working three days a week and provides unlimited annual leave. This position offers a clear path to partnership and an exceptional workplace culture.

Benefits

Hybrid working (3 days in the office)

Unlimited annual leave

Collaborative and supportive culture

Qualifications

• At least 7 years' PQE in company commercial work.
• Strong experience in company law, commercial contracts and corporate transactions.
• Attention to detail and commitment to outstanding client service.

Responsibilities

• Advise owner-managed businesses, SMEs and entrepreneurs on company law and commercial contracts.
• Play a central role in shaping the team's direction.
• Influence the team's future and contribute to strategic growth.

Skills

Company law

Commercial contracts

Corporate transactions

Business development

Job description

Senior Corporate & Commercial Solicitor 7+ PQE | North London | L500 Firm | Hybrid working 3 days per week and unlimited annual leave

The Firm:

This BCorp-certified firm is known for its collaborative leadership, people-first ethos and modern, flexible working culture. With hybrid working (three days per week from home) and unlimited annual leave, the firm trusts its people to deliver excellence while supporting their wellbeing and ambitions.

The environment is friendly, inclusive and fast-paced. Successes are celebrated, egos are parked, and teams work together rather than in silos. As the commercial offering continues to grow, the firm now seeks an experienced Solicitor ready to play a central role in shaping its direction.

The Role:

You will join an established Company Commercial team advising owner-managed businesses, SMEs and entrepreneurs on company law, commercial contracts and corporate transactions. Experience in corporate finance or working with commercial real estate clients would be an advantage.

The role offers autonomy, direct client access and a genuine opportunity to influence the team's future.

Why This Role?

• Clear route to Partnership: Designed for someone seeking meaningful progression and future leadership.
• High-quality client base: Advisory work for SMEs and owner-managed businesses with long-term relationship potential.
• Real influence: Help shape the team and contribute to strategic growth.
• Exceptional culture: BCorp-certified, collaborative, supportive and forward-thinking.
• Modern benefits: Hybrid working (3 days office) and unlimited annual leave.

The Candidate & Benefits:

• At least 7 years' PQE in company commercial work.
• Strong experience in company law, commercial contracts and corporate transactions.
• Attention to detail and commitment to outstanding client service.
• Commercial mindset with enthusiasm for business development; a small following is advantageous.
• Ambitious, team-oriented, and motivated by progression to partnership.
• Hybrid working: 3 days per week in office
• Unlimited annual leave
• Supportive, inclusive and flexible working environment
• Collaborative, firm-first leadership
• A culture that values achievement and enjoys celebrating success

Apply for immediate consideration.