Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Solicitor (5–8 PQE) to join a highly prestigious and long-established London law firm. This is a rare opportunity to join an elite practice advising HNWIs, family offices and privately-owned multinational businesses on high-level corporate transactional matters. The firm offers a competitive market-rate salary together with an excellent benefits package and a strong, collaborative working culture.About the Firm: Widely regarded as one of the leading UK firms in its core practice areas, the firm is ranked in both Chambers and Legal 500 across multiple disciplines. It has a long-established presence in one of London’s most prestigious legal districts and is known for its exceptional client relationships, discretion, and high-quality advisory work.Corporate Solicitor (5–8 PQE) — Position Overview: The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the continued growth of the department, working closely with colleagues in a close-knit and collaborative environment while also managing matters independently when appropriate.Key Responsibilities of the Corporate Solicitor: • Taking the lead, alongside colleagues, on a full range of corporate transactions including share and business sales and purchases • Advising on joint ventures, reorganisations, shareholder agreements, investment agreements and fundraisings • Undertaking wider corporate and commercial advisory work • Advising HNWIs, family offices and privately-owned multinational businesses • Contributing to the department’s continued strategic growth • Participating in business development initiatives and client relationship managementRequirements of the Corporate Solicitor: • Qualified Solicitor with ideally 5–8 years’ PQE (flexible for the right candidate) • Experience gained within a recognised corporate department • Strong commercial awareness and intellectual flexibility • Exposure to HNWI and/or family office clients (desirable) • Interest in business development with potential contacts or a developing following advantageous • Strong negotiation and drafting skills • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills • Ability to work both collaboratively and independently • Strong academic background • Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines under pressureThe Benefits for the Corporate Solicitor role: • Competitive market-rate salary • 28 days’ annual leave • 4x Life Assurance • Permanent Health Insurance • BUPA Medical Insurance • Medicash Cashplan Scheme • Bluecrest Health Assessment • Unum Dental Scheme • Employee Assistance Programme • Auto-enrolment in the firm’s Group Personal Pension Scheme • Discretionary Bonus Scheme and Introduction Bonus Scheme • Interest-free season ticket loan (after 3 months) • Cycle to Work Scheme • Holiday Purchase Scheme • Wellbeing Programme • Gymflex Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37643. PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED. In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.