Senior Corporate Solicitor

1w1 week ago

Cooper Parry

London, GB · Full-time · £90,000 – £140,000

About this role

Our incredible Legal team is seeking a talented Senior Corporate Solicitor with 3-7 years PQE to join and drive the next phase of growth. If you have a passion for your work, making a difference, and want freedom to deliver exceptional results in a unique firm, we want to hear from you.

As a Senior Corporate Solicitor, be pragmatic and diligent to evaluate complex situations under time constraints. Advise a varied client base of owner-managed and entrepreneurial businesses on corporate transactional matters, company matters, commercial matters, and non-contentious employment law.

Work within a growing and dynamic team, collaborating with others while taking responsibility independently. Engage confidently with clients and team members in this adaptable, versatile role beyond desk-bound work.

Enjoy supported development with tailored training, open holidays for unlimited paid leave, a 4-day work week trial, flexible hybrid working, and empowerment to excel. Join the UK's fastest-growing accountancy firm, ranked No.1 in Accountancy Age Mid-Tier and B Corp certified.

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor with 3 or more years’ experience in corporate matters
Commercial and pragmatic outlook with strong desire to be successful
Ability to manage transactions independently
Excellent legal technical skills
Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for attention to detail
Substantial experience leading and advising on corporate sales and acquisitions
Specialist experience in M&A, shareholders’ agreements, company re-structures, private equity transactions and investments
Understanding of business drivers affecting, and legal, regulatory and business risks of owner managed businesses

Responsibilities

Advise on corporate transactional matters including business sales, acquisitions, restructures and MBOs
Handle company matters such as shareholders agreements, company secretarial matters and EMIs
Manage commercial matters involving commercial contracts, intellectual property and GDPR
Deal with non-contentious employment law matters like employment contracts, service agreements and settlement agreements
Evaluate complex situations in the face of time constraints
Liaise with clients and team members with confidence and composure
Lead and advise on corporate sales and acquisitions
Support the team and guide junior members