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Essex
Full-time (Part time considered)
Up to 3 years PQE
I am working with a leading law firm, recognized for providing high-quality legal services to a diverse range of clients, including corporations, SMEs, and startups. The firm is dedicated to delivering practical and strategic advice, fostering long-term client relationships, and maintaining the highest professional standards.
Job Summary:
I am seeking a highly motivated and experienced Company and Commercial Solicitor to join this dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising clients on a broad spectrum of corporate and commercial matters, ranging from business formations and mergers to drafting complex commercial contracts. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who is looking to advance their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Advise on the formation and structuring of companies, partnerships, and joint ventures.
- Assist with mergers and acquisitions, disposals, restructurings, and shareholder agreements.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts, including supply agreements, terms of business, service agreements, NDAs, and licensing agreements.
- Provide counsel on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management.
- Assist clients in understanding and fulfilling their legal obligations.
- Manage and advise on transactions such as asset sales, share sales, and business purchases. Conduct due diligence and ensure smooth transaction completion.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, providing clear and concise legal advice tailored to their business needs. Serve as a trusted advisor to a portfolio of clients.
- Advise on and manage commercial disputes, including contract disputes, shareholder disputes, and breaches of duty.
- Stay current on legal developments in company and commercial law, ensuring clients receive up-to-date and relevant advice.
- Work closely with colleagues across different practice areas, contributing to a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Qualified solicitor with 1 to 3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in company and commercial law.
- Qualified in England and Wales
- Strong expertise in corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate finance.
- Extensive experience in drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts.
- Excellent understanding of corporate governance and regulatory compliance.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
If this position would be of interest, please apply orcontact Marcus Stevens
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