Corporate Solicitor
GerrardWhite · London, England ·
Job Description Corporate Solicitor Location: Bristol Salary: Competitive DOE PQE: 2-6 About the Firm My client is a Legal 500-ranked, full-service law firm with a well-established presence in Bristol and the South West.
The Corporate team advises entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses and larger corporates on a broad range of transactional and advisory work, and is recognised in the independent legal directories for the quality of its work.
The Role We are seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join our Bristol team, working on a varied caseload of transactional and advisory corporate matters. This is an opportunity to build a broad corporate practice within a well-regarded, Legal 500-ranked team, with genuine early client contact and responsibility.
Key Responsibilities Assisting on company sales and acquisitions, corporate restructurings and shareholder agreements Supporting due diligence exercises and drafting/reviewing corporate documentation Advising SME and owner-managed business clients on general corporate governance matters Advising on private equity and venture capital investments, including fundraising rounds and investment agreements Drafting and negotiating a range of commercial agreements, including shareholder, joint venture and partnership agreements Supporting management buyouts, buy-ins and other corporate finance transactions Advising on group reorganisations, demergers and corporate simplification projects Assisting with the corporate aspects of employee incentive schemes and share option arrangements Liaising with accountants, tax advisers and other professionals to deliver joined-up advice on complex transactions Candidate Profile Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales), 2-6 years' PQE in corporate law Strong technical drafting and analytical skills, with solid transactional experience Excellent client-facing manner and ability to manage a varied, fee-earning caseload with minimal supervision Commercially aware, with an interest in business development and building client relationships Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collegiate environment What's on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package A well-regarded, Legal 500-ranked Corporate team with a strong client base Clear route for progression, including support for further qualifications where relevant Hybrid/flexible working arrangements Bristol city-centre office location GWV Talent Solutions Limited (trading as Gerrard White Consulting and Vermelo RPO) acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary and contract workers.
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