Corporate Solicitor
Salary
£0.00-0.00 per annum
Sector
Private Practice
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Corporate
Reference
LKM0506
Corporate Solicitor (4+ PQE)
Location: Stoke-on-Trent
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Working Pattern: Hybrid Working Available
Are you a Corporate Solicitor looking to join a progressive and growing law firm where you can take ownership of your work, build lasting client relationships and play a key role in the development of a thriving corporate department?
We are working with a respected regional law firm that is looking to appoint an ambitious Corporate Solicitor to join its expanding team in Stoke-on-Trent. The firm is conveniently located close to the A500 with excellent transport links and free onsite parking.
This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer with at least 4 years' PQE who is seeking high-quality work, genuine progression prospects and the chance to contribute to the future growth of the department.
The Opportunity:
You will manage your own varied caseload of corporate matters whilst working alongside experienced colleagues on a broad range of transactions for SMEs, owner-managed businesses and corporate clients.
The role offers a strong mix of quality legal work, client contact and business development, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships and becoming a trusted adviser to clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a varied corporate caseload from instruction through to completion
- Advising on mergers and acquisitions, including share and asset sales and purchases
- Conducting due diligence exercises and managing disclosure processes
- Drafting and advising on shareholder agreements and shareholder matters
- Advising on company formations and corporate structures
- Handling partnership agreements and joint venture arrangements
- Assisting with corporate restructures and reorganisations
- Advising on corporate governance and compliance matters
- Supporting clients with commercial contracts and company secretarial requirements
- Building and developing strong client and referrer relationships
- Contributing to business development initiatives and networking activities
- Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider firm
About You:
To be considered, you will ideally have:
- Qualified Solicitor status in England and Wales
- A minimum of 4 years' PQE in Corporate Law
- Experience handling a broad range of corporate transactions
- Strong technical and commercial awareness
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach
- A genuine interest in business development and networking
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Confidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office applications
What's on Offer?
- Competitive salary dependent upon experience
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working arrangement following successful completion of probation
- Pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Health care
- Referral bonus scheme
- Excellent training
- Ongoing professional development opportunities
- Clear career progression prospects
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Solicitor to join a forward-thinking firm that combines quality work, autonomy and genuine opportunities for career progression.
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please get in touch or contact Laura-Kate on 07731525692/ laurakate@thorntonlegal.co.uk
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