Job Description
Job Title: Senior Corporate/Commercial SolicitorLocation: Local to Leeds (hybrid working available)Salary: Up to £70,000 (dependent on experience)Holidays: 5 weeks annual leave + Bank Holidays, birthday off, option to earn additional daysThe RoleA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Corporate/Commercial Solicitor to join a friendly and supportive team, working across their offices. This role offers genuine scope to progress to Head of Department and play a key part in growing the practice.The successful candidate will inherit an existing workload from a retiring senior solicitor and will work closely with a valued client base, delivering high-quality, commercially astute advice across a broad range of corporate and commercial matters.Key Responsibilities
Managing a varied caseload of corporate and commercial work, including:
* Mergers and acquisitions
* Shareholder agreements
* Commercial contracts
* Business sales and purchases
* Restructuring and corporate governance matters
* Advising clients across a variety of sectors with a focus on building long-term relationships
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members as required
* Playing an active role in business development and contributing to the growth of the department
* Working collaboratively with other teams to deliver a joined-up service to clients
About You
* Experienced Corporate/Commercial Solicitor (minimum 3 years + PQE)
* Strong technical knowledge with the ability to handle matters autonomously
* Excellent client care skills with a focus on building trusted relationships
* Commercially minded with a proactive approach to problem-solving
* Strong team player with the desire to contribute to a close-knit, values-driven environment
Benefits
* Competitive salary up to £70,000 depending on experience
* 5 weeks annual leave plus Bank Holidays
* Additional day off for your birthday
* Option to earn an extra day per quarter through flexitime/overtime
* Health benefit plan
* Cycle to work scheme
* Flexitime working
* Hybrid working available after initial onboarding
* Supportive, friendly, non-corporate culture with a genuine focus on work-life balance
ProgressionThis is a rare chance to step into a senior role with a clear pathway to Head of Department, with the opportunity to shape the future direction of the corporate/commercial offering, please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge for a confidential conversation.