At a Glance
- Tasks: Support senior lawyers on exciting corporate matters and manage your own caseload.
- Company: Join a leading law firm known for its collaborative and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with hubs across the UK.
- Why this job: Kickstart your legal career with real responsibility and diverse experiences.
- Qualifications: Must have completed a training contract and possess strong IT skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor within our Corporate team. This role offers the chance to work closely with experienced lawyers on high-quality matters, while developing your own caseload and building strong client relationships from the outset of your career. You will receive appropriate supervision and support, alongside genuine responsibility and exposure to a broad range of work.
The Team
Our Corporate and Commercial group undertakes corporate, commercial, tax, banking and employment work at all levels. Our specialist teams are well-known in their respective regions for the calibre of their advice, and frequently combine to provide cross-discipline and cross-office solutions to meet our clients’ needs. Our Corporate team acts for financial institutions, SMEs, owner-managed businesses and PLCs on all aspects of corporate law from M&A and governance issues to Equity Capital Markets and group restructurings. We are also involved in an increasing number of cross-border transactions.
What you will be doing:
- Working alongside senior lawyers to support a wide range of matters
- Assisting on large and complex transactions, with appropriate supervision
- Managing your own caseload of more straightforward matters as you develop
- Handling client and internal enquiries efficiently and professionally
What you will need:
- Completion of a training contract (essential)
- Strong IT skills and confidence using case management systems
- Ability to manage files accurately and efficiently
- A practical, solutions-focused approach to legal work
Benefits, Agile Working and Additional information
We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work. We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it. We have hubs across the UK: Birmingham, Bristol, Edinburgh, Leeds, Leicester, Lincoln, London, Manchester, Milton Keynes, Nottingham, Sheffield, Stratford upon Avon & Tunbridge Wells.
Equal opportunities
Shakespeare Martineau is a committed equal opportunities employer. We seek to attract, develop and retain talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. We value and respect individuality and encourage a culture within our business where people can be themselves and be valued for their strengths and experiences. Everyone who either applies to or works for the firm is treated equally, regardless of their gender, age, ethnic origin, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation or religious beliefs.
Solicitor NQ - Corporate in Birmingham employer: Shakespeare Martineau
Shakespeare Martineau is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees, particularly in the vibrant city of Birmingham. With a strong commitment to agile working, our culture fosters flexibility and inclusivity, allowing you to thrive in a supportive environment while managing your own caseload and collaborating with experienced lawyers on high-quality corporate matters. We value diversity and individuality, ensuring that every team member feels respected and empowered to contribute their unique strengths.
