Corporate solicitor

Corporate Solicitor (3+ PQE)

Sellick Partnership is excited to be working with a Legal 500 law firm who are looking for a Corporate Solicitor to join their team in Chester.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on corporate legal matters including company law, governance, and regulatory compliance
• Handle mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures from initial structuring through to completion
• Draft, review, and negotiate key corporate documents such as share purchase agreements (SPAs), shareholder agreements, articles of association, and NDAs
• Conduct and manage legal due diligence exercises and provide clear reports on findings
• Advise on corporate restructures, reorganisations, and group structuring
• Support clients with equity investments, venture capital transactions, and private equity deals
• Liaise with tax advisers, accountants, and other professionals to coordinate transactional work
• Provide guidance on directors' duties, company secretarial matters, and corporate compliance
• Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and service delivery

The Successful Candidate

• 3+ years' PQE in corporate law
• Proven experience in mergers and acquisitions, share sales/purchases, and corporate restructures
• Strong understanding of company law, corporate governance, and regulatory frameworks
• Skilled in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating corporate documents (including SPAs, shareholders' agreements, articles of association)
• Experience managing due diligence processes and coordinating with multiple stakeholders
• Commercial awareness and ability to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines
• High level of attention to detail and accuracy
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a team

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and generous benefits package
• Strong career progression opportunities
• Exposure to high-quality corporate transactional work
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Corporate Solicitor looking to join a well-regarded Legal 500 firm and take the next step in their career.

Apply

For a confidential discussion or to apply for this opportunity, please contact Aimee Mann at Sellick Partnership.

This role may also be suitable for candidates currently working as a Corporate Lawyer, Corporate Associate, M&A Solicitor, Company Commercial Solicitor, Corporate Transactions Lawyer, Commercial Solicitor, Corporate Finance Lawyer, Private Equity Associate, or Corporate Legal Counsel.

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