Corporate Solicitor (Newly Qualified)

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading national law firm based in Exeter. This is an opportunity to join one of the most well recognised Corporate teams in the region and will provide you with a platform to launch your Corporate career. You will be working with some of the most highly regarded partners in the Corporate market and from day one you will be working on some of the most exciting deals nationally and regionally. Also on offer is flexible working.

JOB TITLE: Junior Corporate Lawyer
PQE REQUIRED: NQ – 3pqe
LOCATION: Exeter
SALARY: £55,000 - £57,500 (dependant on experience.)

THE ROLE:
The appointed Corporate Solicitor will join a team of experts who have established a well-deserved reputation for providing excellent technical advice and well as displaying exceptional commercial awareness. The team act on behalf of a diverse and wide range of clients including multinational companies, international investors and entrepreneurs. The Corporate Solicitor will have the flexibility to decide whether they specialise in a particular field or whether they undertake a more broad M & A caseload. It is expected that the Corporate Solicitor will hit the ground running from the outset and take on a busy caseload, in addition to supporting other more junior members of the team.

THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal Corporate Solicitor will have excellent academics and either be an NQ in their existing firm or may currently be a Corporate Paralegal who has been promised a training contract but this has not yet materialised. You will have ideally gained your experience within corporate law at another recognised law firm. The Solicitor should have a wealth of knowledge in all areas of corporate law, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and shareholder agreements. If you are a Paralegal you will have strong academics and a commitment to Corporate law, you will ideally have at least 12 months working within a Corporate team gaining exposure to elements of Corporate transactions. The Corporate Solicitor will be an expert at business development and committed to cross selling and supporting growth of other areas of the business. It would be a distinct advantage if applicants had prior experience of supervising other members of the team as, due to the experience level required for this appointment, the Corporate Solicitor will be expected to use their experience and expertise to help other members of the team reach their full potential. This, however, is not mandatory and full management and leadership training will be provided.

THE FIRM:
Our client is a leading law firm with an exceptional reputation for fostering a supportive and friendly environment where their staff are really encouraged to fulfil their potential. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Solicitor to join a progressive law firm where rapid career development is always a possibility for the right candidate. The financial rewards at this firm are also attractive in addition to a comprehensive benefits package and excellent salary.

PACKAGE:
This firm pay a highly attractive basic salaries along with an enhanced bonus package and an attractive benefits scheme as would befit an national law firm.

YOUR CONSULTANT: Penny’s aim is to give candidates and clients the best level of service professionally possible, taking into account not only their professional legal ambitions but also any personal circumstances. Penny’s role is to help people make the best career decisions helping them to personally progress and take the next step in the career ladder. With over 18 years legal recruitment experience and a strong network of connections Penny is well placed to assist you in your next move.