Opportunity: Corporate & Commercial Solicitor
Location: Trowbridge or Chippenham | Hybrid/Flexible Working
Salary: Up to £80,000
We're working alongside a well-regarded and growing regional law firm that are looking to appoint a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to help develop and grow its business offering across Wiltshire.
The role:
This is a genuinely exciting opportunity for someone who wants more than just a caseload. The firm is keen to bring in a lawyer who wants to build and shape the corporate & commercial offering, with real scope to influence the direction of the department and progress through to Partnership.
You'll be joining a collaborative team environment with strong internal referral streams, mainly from their Commercial Property and Dispute Resolution teams, meaning a steady flow of work and the chance to build relationships with an established client base from day one.
The work is varied and commercially focused, typically acting for SMEs, owner-managed businesses and growing companies.
What You'll Be Doing:
Drafting and advising on terms and conditions of business
Commercial contracts and contractual terms
Partnership agreements
Directors' and shareholders' agreements
Business sales and purchases
Mergers and acquisitions
General corporate and company advisory work
This role would suit someone who enjoys building client relationships, taking ownership of their work and developing a practice within a supportive firm that values work/life balance.
What We Are Looking For:
A qualified solicitor, ideally, 2-5 years PQE, with experience in corporate and commercial work (candidates with more or less experience are welcome to apply)
Strong drafting and client advisory skills
Someone who enjoys being involved in the growth and development of a service offering
A commercial, collaborative approach
Why Consider This Opportunity?
Clear progression structure with a genuine route to Partnership
The opportunity to shape and grow the corporate & commercial offering
28 days annual leave + bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days
Bonus scheme paid twice per year
Enhanced pension and enhanced maternity pay
Study and qualification support
Length of service awards
Free eye tests and flu vaccinations
A firm that genuinely prioritises work/life balance and community involvement
If you're a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor looking for a role where you can make a real impact, develop your practice and progress long-term, I'd be love to tell you more!
Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.
*Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying - then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities