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Corporate Solicitor

GerrardWhite
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 2 days
Location

Chelmsford, Essex CM3 4SX, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A forward-thinking law firm in Essex and Suffolk is seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join their Corporate and Commercial team.
  • The role requires a qualified England and Wales Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with experience in Corporate and/or Commercial law.
  • The firm offers a competitive salary, discretionary bonus, and various benefits including 25 days annual leave and flexible working options.
  • Responsibilities include managing a varied caseload of corporate matters, advising on commercial contracts, and supporting junior team members.
  • This position provides clear opportunities for career progression within a dynamic and supportive working environment.
Corporate Solicitor Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career? Join a forward-thinking, multi-discipline law firm with offices in Essex and Suffolk as a Corporate Solicitor, offering top-quality legal services to both business and private clients.This is your chance to be part of a firm that does things differently. With a culture that challenges the traditional law firm approach, focusing on delivering outstanding results for clients while attracting and developing brilliant people.We’re currently on the lookout for a talented Corporate Solicitor to join a busy and growing Corporate and Commercial team. If you’re seeking a role that combines top-quality legal work, a supportive and flexible working environment, and clear opportunities for career progression, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.What’s on offer:
  • Work on high-calibre matters: Mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, MBOs, share schemes, and more.
  • Be part of a dynamic team: Collaborate with highly rated solicitors and partners in a culture that encourages smart thinking and innovation.
  • Enjoy a supportive environment: Ongoing training, mentoring, and flexible working options to suit your needs.
  • Career progression: With consistent growth over the past 12 years, you’ll have a clear pathway to advance as the firm continues to expand.
About the role:As a Corporate Solicitor, your responsibilities will include:
  • Managing a varied caseload of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, corporate restructuring, and governance.
  • Advising on commercial contracts and terms of business.
  • Supporting junior team members and enhancing team performance.
  • Identifying opportunities to improve client experiences and team profitability.
  • Assisting with business development and marketing initiatives.
About You:We’re keen to speak to energetic, driven individuals with:
  • Qualified England and Wales Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive.
  • Experience in Corporate and/or Commercial.
  • A problem-solving mindset.
  • Integrity and professionalism.
  • Sharp attention to detail.
  • Strong commercial awareness.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and organisational skills.
  • Willingness to support team members and take a hands-on approach.
Reward & Recognition:The firm values and rewards its team with:
  • Competitive salary and discretionary bonus.
  • 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays.
  • Hybrid/flexible working to support work-life balance.
  • Contributory pension and health insurance.
  • Compassionate leave and death in service benefit.
  • Professional development opportunities, including payment for memberships.
  • Discounted legal services.
Recent Highlights:In 2023/2024, the Corporate team advised on over 35 transactions with a combined deal value exceeding £100m, including:
  • Sales of UK businesses to multinational groups.
  • Management buyouts.
  • Share and asset acquisitions.
  • Sales to employee ownership trusts.
  • Demergers and reorganisations.
If you’re passionate about solving problems, delivering excellent client outcomes, and working on high-profile matters in a supportive, innovative team, we’d love to hear from you.Take the next step in your career. Apply today!GWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers. By applying for this job you accept the terms of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service Agreement which can be found at www.gerrrardwhite.com

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