Corporate and Commercial Solicitor

Corporate & Commercial Solicitor (NQ-5 PQE)

Huddersfield Hybrid Working Full Time or 30+ Hours Competitive Salary + Benefits

Our client, a well-established and ambitious regional firm, is seeking a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to join its growing team based at its Edgerton office in Huddersfield. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven solicitor looking to build their career within a supportive and commercially focused environment.

The firm is ideally seeking a full-time candidate but will consider part-time applicants (minimum 30 hours across four or five days) for the right individual. A degree of hybrid working will be available once established in the role.

The Role

• You will undertake a varied corporate and commercial caseload, advising a broad client base of local and national owner-managed businesses and SMEs - from start-ups to well-established companies.
• You will have exposure to transactions of varying size and complexity, including:
• Share sales
• Asset sales
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Shareholder agreements
• Investment agreements
• This is a hands-on role offering genuine client contact and the opportunity to play a visible part in the team's continued growth.

About You

• Ideally 2-5 years' PQE in Corporate & Commercial law
• Newly qualified solicitors with a corporate or corporate/commercial seat will also be considered
• Strong commercial awareness and business acumen
• Confident advising on a range of corporate transactions
• Excellent drafting, organisational and IT skills
• Clear and pragmatic communicator, able to provide commercially focused advice
• Self-motivated, adaptable and a strong team player
• Committed to delivering outstanding client care and building long-term relationships
• You will also be keen to get involved in networking, marketing and business development initiatives to help grow both your own profile and that of the firm.

The Opportunity

• Join a respected and forward-thinking firm
• Work with a diverse and dynamic client base
• Genuine responsibility and early client exposure
• Hybrid working flexibility once settled
• Clear progression prospects within a growing team
• Competitive salary dependent on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor seeking quality work, real client engagement and long-term career development in a supportive and collaborative setting.

For a confidential discussion and further details, please get in touch with Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment or apply today.