Solicitor / Legal Executive - Company & Commercial 1-5 PQE

Chadwick Nott; Torquay; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Torquay is seeking a motivated Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 1-5 PQE. The role involves advising clients on a wide range of commercial matters, including corporate transactions and compliance issues. This position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Clear opportunities for progression

Qualifications

• 1-5+ years' post-qualification experience in corporate or commercial law.
• Strong technical background and sound commercial judgment.
• Proactive and collaborative approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on corporate transactions and business sales.
• Draft and review commercial contracts.
• Ensure compliance with banking and finance regulations.

Skills

Corporate transactions and business sales/purchases

Excellent client care and communication skills

Commercial contracts and business structuring

Banking and finance arrangements

Employment law and related advisory work

Job description

Solicitor / Legal Executive - Company & Commercial 1-5 PQE
Location: Torquay

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a capable and motivated Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a well-established and growing Company & Commercial team based in Torquay. This role offers exposure to a broad range of high-quality work and the chance to develop your career within a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

About the Role
You'll be advising a diverse client base on a wide spectrum of commercial matters, including:

• Corporate transactions and business sales/purchases
• Commercial contracts and business structuring
• Banking and finance arrangements
• Planning, licensing, and regulatory compliance
• Employment law and related advisory work

This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone looking to take on responsibility, contribute to the growth of the department, and build long-term client relationships.

Candidate Requirements
Applications welcome from Solicitors or Legal Executives with:

• 1-5+ years' post-qualification experience in corporate or commercial law
• A strong technical background and sound commercial judgment
• Excellent client care and communication skills
• A proactive and collaborative approach to work
• An interest in business development and contributing to the team's success

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary, reflective of your experience and expertise
• A comprehensive benefits package
• A friendly, professional, and inclusive team culture
• Clear opportunities for progression and continued professional development

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.