Junior Corporate Solicitor

Description:

A prestigious Legal 500 law firm in London is seeking a Junior Corporate Solicitor with up to 2 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join their dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor to work with a leading firm known for its excellence in the legal industry.

The Junior Corporate Solicitor's Role

The successful Junior Corporate Solicitor will join a firm renowned for its positive work culture and commitment to professional development. Working directly with the lead Partner, this is an opportunity to assume a key role in the growth and development of these practice areas, gain experience across a broad range of advisory, regulatory, and transactional legal work, and ultimately become a recognised expert in specialist areas of law.

Core clients of the team include:

UK, US, and international professional services firms (notably law firms and accountancy practices)
Financial services and investment firms (including hedge funds, investment managers, corporate and debt advisory firms, and private equity houses)
Other owner-led / people businesses - including in the creative industries
Member organisations structured as companies limited by guaranteeThe range of work undertaken by the team is diverse and challenging, and will include advising on the following:

Non-contentious

LLP formations and structures
LLP and Partnership Agreements
Governance and constitutional arrangements
Profit sharing and goodwill / tenancy models
Restrictive covenants and other business protections
LLP Member / Partner issues, including partner admissions, duties, liability risks and protections, incapacity, succession planning and performance management
UK and international M&A, disposals and restructurings
Investments in and acquisitions of law firms, accountancy practices, and other professional services firms
LLP / company conversionsContentious

LLP Member / Partner exits - expulsions, compulsory retirements and negotiated exits
LLP Member / Partner misconduct issues
Team moves and enforcement of restrictive covenants and other business protectionsRegulatory

Advising professional services firms on SRA, IPReg, Law Society of Scotland, ICAEW, FRC and international regulatory, structuring, and conduct issues (including new firm authorisation and change of control approvals)
A key focus of the team is SRA regulation, with work ranging from advising on new firm approvals, conflict and confidentiality issues, through to misconduct, investigations and reportingThe successful candidate will benefit from one-to-one training and support, and will be expected to grow into the role as their knowledge and experience develops. They will be encouraged to work with and gain experience in other complementary practice areas, including workplace investigations and corporate transactions.

The Junior Corporate Solicitor

NQ-3 years PQE in corporate law within a reputable law firm
Strong experience in handling complex corporate transactions
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships
High level of professionalism and ethical standards
Excellent academics and strong interpersonal skills
Previous experience of LLPs & Partnerships and/or SRA regulation is helpful but not a prerequisiteIn Return?

Competitive salary within the range of £65,000 - £75,000
Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, pension scheme, and bonus opportunities
Generous annual leave and additional perks such as flexible working arrangements
Continuous professional development and career progression opportunities
Engaging and supportive work environment with regular social eventsIf you are a Solicitor considering your career opportunities, please contact Matthew Markham at Brandon James.

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