Corporate Commercial Solicitor / Associate
City of London
£75,000 – £85,000 (DOE)
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to join a well-established and highly regarded mid-tier Legal 500 law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality commercial legal services to businesses and entrepreneurs.
This role is ideally suited to a technically strong and commercially minded solicitor looking to work on sophisticated corporate transactions within a supportive, ambitious, and growing team.
The Role
You will work closely with experienced Partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, acting for a diverse client base ranging from owner-managed businesses to larger corporate organisations.
The successful candidate will gain exposure to high-value and complex transactions while being encouraged to take ownership of matters and develop strong client relationships.
Key responsibilities include:
• Advising on a range of corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, restructures, investments, shareholder matters, and corporate governance.
• Drafting and negotiating key transactional documents including SPAs, shareholder agreements, investment agreements, disclosure letters, and ancillary documentation.
• Supporting on complex corporate structuring matters and strategic business transactions.
• Advising clients on commercial risk and transaction strategy.
• Working closely with clients, accountants, tax advisors, and other stakeholders throughout transactions.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships while contributing to the continued growth of the department.
About You
This opportunity would suit a driven and technically strong solicitor who is looking to accelerate their career within a collaborative and commercially focused environment.
You will ideally have:
• A minimum of 1 year PQE within Corporate / Corporate & Commercial law.
• Experience assisting on or managing aspects of M&A transactions, investments, restructures, or shareholder matters.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A commercial mindset and the ability to provide pragmatic legal advice.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The confidence to work directly with clients and external advisors.
• Ambition to progress and contribute to the long-term success of the team.
The Firm
The firm has built a strong reputation for providing commercially focused legal advice with a genuinely client-centric approach. Known for its supportive culture and long-standing client relationships, the firm offers an excellent platform for ambitious lawyers looking to develop their careers within a high-performing but approachable environment.
What’s on Offer
• Competitive salary in the region of £75,000 – £85,000, depending on experience.
• Exposure to high-quality and complex corporate work.
• Direct client contact and genuine responsibility from an early stage.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Clear opportunities for progression and long-term career development.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor looking to join a progressive and respected firm where you can work on sophisticated transactions, develop your technical expertise, and play a key role in a growing team.
Please apply direct or email joshua@ljwsolutions.com