Corporate Solicitor
16 days ago
Manchester
Corporate Solicitor Location: Central Manchester Salary: 55000 - 75000 Working Pattern: Full-time Permanent Experience required: 4-8 years PQE in Corporate Law About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Solicitor to join a leading full-service law firm with a rich history of providing exceptional legal services to clients across the UK. Our client is looking to grow their Corporate team and is seeking an experienced solicitor ideally with 4-8 years PQE who will add their knowledge and abilities to this expanding department. As part of a national partnership the firm benefits from significant backing investment in people and technology and cross-group collaboration. You will be based out of either the Sale or Central Manchester offices gaining exposure to high-quality work with direct access to two very experienced Partners who are keen to see personal development and growth with their colleagues. Your key responsibilities will include: • Transaction Management:, • Managing a diverse portfolio of corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions disposals and joint ventures, • Leading deals from inception through to completion, • Coordinating with other advisers and stakeholders, • Ensuring transactions are completed efficiently and to the highest standard, • Legal Advisory:, • Providing high-quality legal advice on a wide range of corporate matters, • Advising clients on corporate governance compliance and regulatory issues, • Offering strategic guidance on complex corporate structures, • Keeping up to date with changes in corporate law and regulation, • Documentation & Negotiation:, • Drafting and negotiating contracts and other legal documents, • Preparing share purchase agreements asset purchase agreements and ancillary documents, • Reviewing and advising on commercial contracts, • Ensuring accuracy and compliance in all documentation, • Client Relationships:, • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, • Providing excellent client care throughout transactions, • Managing client expectations effectively, • Identifying opportunities for cross-referrals and business development, • Technical Excellence:, • Demonstrating technical strength with an eye for detail, • Conducting thorough data checking and inputting, • Ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, • Working collaboratively with Partners and colleagues What Were Looking For Essential Requirements: • Experience:, • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 4-8 years PQE in Corporate Law, • Proven experience managing corporate transactions including M&A disposals and joint ventures, • Strong track record of successful deal completions, • Experience advising on corporate governance and compliance matters, • Excellent client care skills, • Technically strong with an eye for detail, • Ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues, • Reliable and organised, • Able to work in a busy environment, • Excellent time management and interpersonal skills, • Experience with private equity transactions, • Knowledge of specific sectors or industries, • Interest in business development, • Client-centric approach, • Professional integrity, • Strong attention to detail, • Collaborative team player, • Ambitious and keen to develop, • Proactive and solution-focused Benefits Package Financial Rewards: • Salary: 55000 - 75000 (dependent on experience), • Pension contributions, • Life Assurance, • Private Medical Insurance, • Healthcare cash plan, • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Holiday purchase scheme, • Dedicated training and professional support, • Direct access to two very experienced Partners keen to support personal development and growth, • Exposure to high-quality work, • All the tools to succeed in your role, • Hybrid working arrangements, • Choice of Sale or Central Manchester office location, • Access to flexible benefits portal, • Supportive and collaborative culture, • Investment in people and technology, • Cross-group collaboration opportunities About Our Client Our client is a leading full-service law firm with a rich history of providing exceptional legal services to clients across the UK. Based in Manchester they are known for their client-centric approach professional integrity and commitment to excellence. The firm does things a bit differently priding itself on its long-standing reputation experience and expertise. As part of a national partnership they benefit from significant backing investment in people and technology and cross-group collaboration. The firms vision is to build a high-quality national business dedicated to its people and retaining the very best in the profession to provide the very best possible service to clients. As a consequence they are now looking to grow their Corporate team with experienced solicitors who will add their knowledge and abilities to this expanding department. Location & Working Arrangements Based: Central Manchester Working Pattern: Full-time Permanent Hybrid Working: Available Ready to Take the Next Step If youre an experienced Corporate Solicitor looking to join a growing team with direct access to experienced Partners who are committed to your development we want to hear from you. For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact: Lee Hawthorne-Finch Email: ______