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Corporate/Commercial Associate

Zest Recruitment & Consultancy LLP
Posted 22 days ago, valid for 25 days
Location

Aberystwyth, Ceredigion SY23 3PF, Wales

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Corporate/Commercial Associate position is available at a well-established law firm in North Wales, with both full-time and part-time options.
  • The role requires 3-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in areas such as contract drafting, corporate governance, and transactional matters.
  • Candidates will be involved in drafting legal documents, conducting research, and supporting business development initiatives.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and dependent on the candidate's experience.
  • Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this role.

Job Title: Corporate/Commercial AssociateLocation: North/South WalesHours: Full-time (37.5 hours per week), Part-time can be consideredSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Role Overview:

Our client, a well-established corporate/commercial law firm, is seeking a Corporate/Commercial Associate to join their team in North Wales. The successful candidate will work alongside senior fee earners, assisting on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters. You will support the department's business development efforts, particularly focusing on the North Wales office.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Work on a variety of corporate/commercial matters, including:
    • Drafting, reviewing, and advising on a range of legal documents
    • Assisting with transactional work, including due diligence and document drafting
    • Conducting research across various legal areas
    • Supporting business development initiatives and attending networking events to grow the firm's presence in North Wales
Technical Skills and Experience:

Essential:

  • 3-5 years PQE with experience in one or more of the following areas:
    • Contract drafting, review, and negotiation
    • Corporate governance and general corporate advice
    • IT and intellectual property (IP) matters
    • Assisting with transactional matters, including drafting ancillary documents and handling due diligence
  • Strong legal technical knowledge with practical application
  • Proficiency in MS Word and Outlook
  • Proven ability to meet deadlines and achieve billing targets

Desirable:

  • Experience in charity law, third-sector organisations, or housing associations is advantageous
Person Specification:

Essential:

  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to work well both independently and within a team
  • Self-motivated and proactive with strong organisational skills
  • Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
  • Confident in marketing and networking activities
  • Flexible and willing to support colleagues as needed
  • Welsh language skills are desirable but not essential

If you are looking for an exciting opportunity to advance your career in corporate and commercial law with a firm that offers excellent benefits and a collaborative working environment, we encourage you to apply.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.