Non Contentious Commercial Solicitor / Lawyer - York
- Recruiter
- Clayton Recruitment Limited
- Location
- England, North Yorkshire, York
- Salary
- Negotiable
- Posted
- 08 Jun 2021
- Closes
- 06 Jul 2021
- Ref
- 50033
- Contact
- Simon Scott
- Job Title
- Solicitor
- Practice Area
- Commercial Contracts, Company / Commercial
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Commercial Law (non-contentious) | Solicitor | York
My client a long-established Law practice serving the legal needs of business from across the Hull and Yorkshire region for over 100 years.
Summary
The successful candidate will demonstrate a genuine interest in business clients. You will draft various forms of commercial documents (e. shareholder agreements, B2B contracts, B2C terms, commercial agency, distribution, partnership). You will work with the team on share sales/purchases and asset sales/purchases.
You will also be involved with the rest of the business team in raising the firm's profile and generating work. Client contact and maintaining excellent client relationships is key in this role so great communication skills are a necessity. Our people pride themselves on the great results they consistently deliver and so you will need to be highly dedicated and passionate about your work.
What the firm will do for you:
You can expect to be challenged with complex legal work. Whilst they expect a lot, they really value their team members. They want their staff to stay with them for the long term, and they work hard to create a culture and environment that people flourish in.
In return for your expertise and dedication, they will provide you with the support required to help you succeed as a trusted adviser to clients and professional contacts alike. They have heavily invested in technology to develop and refine their sophisticated work management software and communication networks. This provides you with the time and flexibility to concentrate on what matters most.
The candidate:
Essential
- Solicitor / qualified Legal Executive with at least 3 years PQE working as commercial lawyer.
- excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Well organised, able to prioritise and with good attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong client care focus
- Commercially aware, conscientious, and responsible
- Team player with positive 'can do' attitude.
- Clean driving licence
Desired
- Ambitious with the desire to join and constructively contribute to our business.
- Strong IT skills (including Word/Excel/Outlook/Proclaim)
- Corporate law experience
The offer:
In exchange for your hard work and commitment, they will offer:
* A competitive remuneration package and additional benefits
* A supportive and friendly working environment
* The opportunity to work for a firm that prides itself on top quality, complex and challenging work
* Excellent training and a structured approach to personal development through our competency framework.
This role will suit someone with a strong litigation background and someone who would like to practice within a specialised practice.