Corporate & Commercial Solicitor – NQ–3 PQE | £55–65K | Hybrid (3 days WFH) | SE London
Are you a motivated junior solicitor looking to build a strong foundation in corporate and commercial transactions and gain hands‑on exposure to high‑quality work? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team in SE London and work directly alongside the Head of Department on a wide range of corporate and commercial transactions, commercial agreements, commercial contracts, and shareholder agreements
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The Ro
le
We are seeking a 0–3 PQE Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to support the Head of Department across a broad spectrum of matters. You will gain early responsibility, direct client contact, and the chance to develop your skills in both corporate and commercial transactions and day‑to‑day commercial agreements wo
rk.As the Head of Department is actively growing the practice, the successful candidate must be willing to participate in business development and contribute to the team’s grow
th.This role is ideal for someone who is commercially minded, proactive, and keen to progress within a supportive and collaborative environme
nt.
Key Responsibili
* tiesAssisting on corporate and commercial transactions including share/asset sales, restructures, shareholder agreements, commercial contracts and loan agreem
* entsSupporting due diligence and transaction management (including data room organisat
* ion)Preparing ancillary documents and Companies House fil
* ingsDrafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements (T&Cs, consultancy agreements, NDAs, supply agreeme
* nts)Conducting legal research and providing practical, commercially focused ad
* viceProviding Independent Legal Advice on personal guarantees and JBSP mat
* tersLiaising directly with clients, third parties and professional advi
* sersAssisting with precedents, departmental processes and business development initiat
ivesCandidate Requirem
* entsQualified Solicitor (England & Wales), 0–3
* PQEExperience in corporate and/or commercial law (training or post‑qualificat
* ion)Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to de
* tailHighly organised with the ability to manage competing deadl
* inesCommercially aware with a solutions‑driven min
* dsetConfident communicator with a collaborative appr
* oachGenuine willingness to participate in business development as the department g
rowsDesir
* ableExperience working with SMEs, owner‑managed businesses or entrepren
* eursExposure to transactional corporate
* workInterest in building long‑term client relations
hipsWhat They O
* fferClose mentorship and direct access to the Head of Depart
* mentHigh‑quality, varied work across corporate and commercial mat
* tersSupportive, friendly and collegiate team cul
* tureClear progression opportunities and ongoing professional develop
* mentCompetitive salary and benefits pac
kageFor a confidential discussion, contact Alison Banks at o.uk or call 0208 464 2506 (office hours) / 07997 995 2201 (out of hou
rs).