Solicitor – Company and Commercial Department

Legal Southwest; Torquay; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established legal firm in South Devon seeks a Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their Company and Commercial Department. The role involves managing diverse company and commercial matters, advising clients, and fostering client relationships. This position offers competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a supportive working environment, with room for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Excellent benefits and terms of employment

Genuine opportunities for professional development

Supportive and friendly working environment

Qualifications

• 1-5+ years PQE in company and commercial work.
• Proven experience handling similar legal matters.
• Proactive attitude towards business development.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload covering company and commercial matters.
• Advise clients on corporate transactions and commercial agreements.
• Build and maintain client relationships through high-quality service.

Skills

Client Relationships

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Commercial Awareness

Business Development

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and driven Solicitor or Legal Executive to join the Company and Commercial Department of a well-established and professional firm based in South Devon. This position would suit an experienced fee earner or a qualified Solicitor (or Legal Executive equivalent) with between 1 – 5+ years PQE.

The successful candidate will be involved in a broad range of company and commercial work and will be expected to advise across areas such as corporate, commercial contracts, banking and finance, planning and licensing, and employment law.

This role is ideal for someone with strong technical expertise and excellent client care skills. The ability to build and maintain strong client relationships is essential, as is a proactive approach to business development and marketing. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to the growth and ongoing success of the department.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload covering company and commercial matters
• Advise clients on corporate transactions, commercial agreements, and regulatory matters
• Provide support on employment and planning/licensing issues as required
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through high-quality service
• Contribute to marketing initiatives and departmental growth
• Work collaboratively within the team and across departments

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 1–5+ years PQE (or equivalent experience)
• Proven experience in handling company and commercial work
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong client care focus and commercial awareness
• Proactive attitude and willingness to engage in business development

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Excellent benefits and terms of employment
• Supportive, friendly, and professional working environment
• Hybrid working
• Genuine opportunities for professional development and progression

This is an exciting opportunity for a committed and capable legal professional to become an integral part of a reputable firm and dynamic department.

Please get in touch if you would like more information on this role or send us your CV below in complete confidence and we will get back to you.

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