At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on corporate transactions and draft key legal documents.
- Company: Respected mid-tier Legal 500 law firm with a client-centric approach.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, direct client contact, and clear progression opportunities.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with excellent career development potential.
- Why this job: Join a supportive team and work on high-value, complex transactions.
- Qualifications: 1 year PQE in Corporate law and strong drafting skills.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 85000 £ per year.
- Corporate Commercial Solicitor / Associate
- City of London
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to join a well-established and highly regarded mid-tier Legal 500 law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial legal services to businesses and entrepreneurs.
This role is ideally suited to a technically strong and commercially minded solicitor looking to work on sophisticated corporate transactions within a supportive, ambitious, and growing team.
The Role
You will work closely with experienced Partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, acting for a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses to larger corporate organisations.
The successful candidate will gain exposure to high-value and complex transactions while being encouraged to take ownership of matters and develop strong client relationships.
Key responsibilities include
- Advising on a range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, restructures, investments, shareholder matters, and corporate governance.
- Drafting and negotiating key transactional documents including SPAs, shareholder agreements, investment agreements, disclosure letters, and ancillary documentation.
- Supporting on complex corporate structuring matters and strategic business transactions.
- Advising clients on commercial risk and transaction strategy.
- Working closely with clients, accountants, tax advisors, and other stakeholders throughout transactions.
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to the continued growth of the department.
About You
This opportunity would suit a driven and technically strong solicitor who is looking to accelerate their career within a collaborative and commercially focused environment.
You will ideally have
- A minimum of 1 year PQE within Corporate / Corporate & Commercial law.
- Experience assisting on or managing aspects of M&A transactions, investments, restructures, or shareholder matters.
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills with excellent attention to detail.
- A commercial mindset and the ability to provide pragmatic legal advice.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- The confidence to work directly with clients and external advisors.
- Ambition to progress and contribute to the long-term success of the team.
- The Firm
The firm has built a strong reputation for providing commercially focused legal advice with a genuinely client-centric approach.
Known for its supportive culture and long-standing client relationships, the firm offers an excellent platform for ambitious lawyers looking to develop their careers within a high-performing but approachable environment.
- What's on Offer
- Competitive salary in the region of £75,000 – £85,000, depending on experience.
- Exposure to high-quality and complex corporate work.
- Direct client contact and genuine responsibility from an early stage.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Clear opportunities for progression and long-term career development.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor looking to join a progressive and respected firm where you can work on sophisticated transactions, develop your technical expertise, and play a key role in a growing team.
