Corporate Solicitor
Hull City Centre
60k to 70k DOE
Monday to Friday Office based
A well established and loyal client is looking for a corporate solicitor to play a vital role in advising clients on mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and all aspects related to the structure and planning in relation to their client's businesses. This position involves managing your own caseload, supporting the Corporate team, and actively contributing to business development and marketing initiatives. We are prepared to speak with applicants of varying levels of experience as our client would welcome both newly qualified and experienced candidates.
Responsibilities:
- Advise clients on all aspects relating to their business transactions.
- Manage your own caseload efficiently, ensuring the timely and effective handling of legal matters.
- Provide support to the Corporate team and collaborate on complex transactions.
- Proactively seek and secure business leads, contributing to the marketing efforts of the Corporate department.
Requirements:
- At least 2 years PQE (Post-Qualified Experience), though applicants with more or less experience are welcome.
- Previous experience in corporate/Merges & Acquisitions, including transaction exposure and due diligence/review for both share sales and purchases.
- Experience in business and asset sales and purchases.
- Drafting and advising on a wide range of commercial agreements and corporate structuring documents (Shareholders' Agreements, Partnership Agreements, Company Articles, etc.).
- Ability to assist with finance and loan documentation along with associated company due diligence.
Personal Attributes:
- Strong Communication Skills: Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively within a team and support colleagues.
- Initiative: Proactive and self-motivated, with the ability to take the lead on tasks and projects.
- Business Acumen: Commercial awareness and the ability to identify and pursue business development opportunities.
- Client Focus: Dedication to understanding and meeting the needs of clients in the corporate sector.
- Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work under pressure.
If you are interested and meet the above criteria, please send your CV to (url removed) or call the Commercial team on (phone number removed) if you have any queries.