Corporate Consultant – Interim Solicitor
Location: Remote working, with no office or client attendance required
Office Location: Central London
Hourly Pay: ~£200 / hour DOE
Contract Type: Interim / Consultancy Basis
About the Firm
Our client is a leading boutique law firm renowned for its entrepreneurial spirit and unique strategy. They are now seeking an experienced Corporate Consultant Solicitor to assist one of their key clients with the sale of a business. This is with the view to pick up ad hoc Corporate Commercial work thereafter.
The Role
You will provide interim support to the firm’s client, focusing on managing and executing the legal aspects of a business sale transaction. This will include:
* Advising on and drafting sale and purchase documentation (SPAs, disclosure letters, ancillary agreements, etc.)
* Conducting and managing due diligence processes
* Liaising with clients, accountants, and external advisers
* Assisting in negotiations and transaction management to ensure a smooth and efficient completion
This role is designed for a senior, commercially minded solicitor who can confidently manage a transaction end-to-end while integrating seamlessly with the firm’s existing team and culture.
About You
* UK-qualified solicitor with significant experience in corporate M&A / business sale transactions
* Proven track record in handling SME and mid-market deals independently
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
* Pragmatic, solutions-focused approach with meticulous attention to detail
* Able to operate autonomously and flexibly in a consultancy capacity
* Able to start before Christmas, or ASAP.
What’s on Offer
* Highly competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience
* Flexible working arrangements – entirely remote or hybrid options available
* Engagement on a high-value, strategic business sale
What's Next?
If you are a seasoned corporate solicitor looking for a high-calibre interim assignment with genuine flexibility and the chance to make a tangible impact, we would like to hear from you.
willcairns@okapirecruitment.co.uk
01172 420 855