Company Commercial Solicitor

Our client, a leading regional law firm with offices across the Northeast, is looking to recruit an experienced Company Commercial Solicitor to join their team in either their Darlington, Newcastle or Durham offices. The firm brings in high-quality commercial work and has a strong regional reputation with some national clients. The role would suit a Company Commercial Solicitor with between 3 - 5 years of experience.

The Role

In this role, you will provide legal advice on a range of business and company law matters for the firm and manage legal matters including business formation, corporate governance, commercial contracts, M&A, employment law, disputes resolution, IP, compliance and taxation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide legal advice on a range of business and company law matters.
2. Draft, review and negotiate contracts and a variety of corporate and commercial agreements together with acting on behalf of clients in relation to transactional matters including M&A, MBO, capital restructures and group re-organisations.
3. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and other professional advisors.

About You

1. Qualified Solicitor with between 3-5 years PQE in business and company law
2. Proven track record in contract negotiations and drafting.
3. Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
4. A strong network of business contacts in the local region

What's in it for you?

1. Private healthcare
2. Life Assurance
3. Further career development opportunities
4. Office Christmas closure
5. Your birthday off
6. Bonus scheme

If you are interested in this Company Law Solicitor role based in Darlington, Newcastle, or Durham then please get in touch with Helen Mauborgne on to find out more information or if you've a CV to hand, please submit this for review.

Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.