Solicitor - Corporate (Education Sector) - 0-2 Years PQE

Chadwick Nott; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected national law firm is seeking a Corporate Solicitor, ideally with 0-2 years PQE, to join its dynamic Education team in Cheltenham. This role offers a chance to work on high-impact transactions and develop within a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate law, excellent drafting skills, and a proactive mindset. Benefits include private medical insurance, pension scheme, and career progression opportunities. This position promotes a hybrid work model with a competitive salary ranging from £48,000 to £60,000.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Scottish Widows Pension Scheme

28 days' annual leave (plus public holidays)

Bonus scheme

Electric vehicle scheme

International secondments

Perks at Work benefits portal

Cycle to Work scheme

Life Assurance

1/3 gym membership contribution

Flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• 0-2 years' PQE with a foundation in corporate law.
• Confidence to contribute to live transactions from day one.
• Meticulous attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Sales and acquisitions within the independent schools sector.
• Drafting and negotiating transaction and ancillary documents.
• Liaising with Boards of Governors and school proprietors.

Skills

Strong technical ability

High quality drafting skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational discipline

Commercial awareness

Job description

Solicitor - Corporate (Education Sector) - 0-2 Years PQE

Location: Cheltenham | Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time (with hybrid flexibility) | Salary: £48,000 to £60,000 (DOE)

A respected national law firm is seeking a Corporate Solicitor with 0-2 years' post qualification experience to join its award winning Education team in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your corporate career within a specialist, high performing team advising independent schools and educational institutions on complex, high impact transactions.

The Role

• Sales and acquisitions within the independent schools sector
• Charitable mergers, collaborations, and reorganisations
• Drafting and negotiating transaction and ancillary documents
• Conducting due diligence and supporting strategic projects
• Liaising with Boards of Governors, Heads, Bursars, School Groups and Proprietors
• Contributing to seamless matter management and excellent client service
• Supporting a collaborative, ambitious and sector focused team culture

Candidate Requirements

• 0-2 years' PQE with a foundation in corporate law
• Strong technical ability and high quality drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Confidence to contribute to live transactions from day one
• Meticulous attention to detail and strong organisational discipline
• A proactive, ambitious and team oriented mindset
• Commercial awareness and the ability to build trusted client relationships
• An interest in the education and/or charity sector (advantageous but not essential)

Benefits

• Private Medical Insurance
• Scottish Widows Pension Scheme
• 28 days' annual leave (plus public holidays)
• Bonus schemeElectric vehicle scheme
• International secondments for 0-5 PQE
• Perks at Work benefits portal
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life Assurance
• 1/3 gym membership contribution
• Flu vaccinations
• A supportive, collaborative and sector leading environment with clear career progression

How to Apply

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The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.