Corporate & Commercial Solicitor - Cumbria and Lake District Access

Corporate & Commercial Solicitor - Cumbria and Lake District Access

Salary:
£40,000 - £60,000

Ref:
57001/2/tml

Location:
All Yorkshire, All North West, Cumbria, All North East, All London

Areas of Law:
Commercial Law/Contracts, Corporate/Corporate Finance

Job Type:
Permanent

Level:
4-6 years qualified, 2-4 years qualified

Sector:
Private practice

Unique opportunity - combining a great career move with a lifestyle in Cumbria, offering easy access to the Lake District.

Our highly successful practice is seeking to appoint a Corporate/Commercial Solicitor to its established team. Applications are welcomed from candidates with 2-7 years' PQE, aligning with the role's requirements.

The firm is well-established with an excellent reputation, fostering a dynamic and progressive culture. Staff enjoy a supportive environment with flexible working arrangements, including remote, home, and office work, promoting a healthy work-life balance.

The team provides comprehensive services to a diverse client base, including large corporates, SMEs, family businesses, partnerships, professionals, and entrepreneurs. The work involves a variety of instructions across sectors such as professional services, manufacturing, technology, retail, hospitality, construction, logistics, and transport.

Typical responsibilities include:

1. Start-ups (company formations, partnerships, LLP conversions)
2. Corporate transactions (mergers, acquisitions, share distributions)
3. Restructuring, business finance, and equity issues
4. Drafting Terms of Business
5. Commercial agreements (supply, IT, franchise, data privacy), including drafting and negotiations
6. Franchise agreements and joint ventures

The ideal candidate will be pragmatic, commercially aware, and interested in understanding clients' businesses and future plans. Collaboration with colleagues in employment, real estate, and litigation will be essential. The firm values business development and networking, making this a great role for those seeking client-facing opportunities and community engagement.

Actis Legal specializes in the North West legal market, providing tailored advice and confidential support to candidates exploring new opportunities.

Note: References to PQE are guidelines for the skills and experience expected; applications are encouraged from all suitable candidates.