Average Corporate Lawyer salary in the UK

A well-recognised Top 100 law firm are looking to recruit an ambitious Corporate lawyer to join their team in their Southampton office. They are a full serviced firm with multiple offices across the country including London and Surrey and have 250 specialist lawyers across all offices. They are highly respected in the industry and they are consistently ranked in legal directories; The Legal 500 and Chambers UK, as well as High Net Worth 2023, providing quality work to their reputable clients in London, UK-wide and internationally. They have also been listed as one of the "Best Law Firms 2024". The firm is known for its commitment to excellence, client-focused approach, and a collaborative environment. With a rich history and a forward-thinking mindset, they pride themselves on delivering top-notch legal services across all award-winning teams. You will be handling all aspects of corporate law matters working with a wide range of clients including public and private UK and International companies and their owners in relation to M&A, private equity and ECM and general corporate structuring work. To be successful in this role you will: Be a qualified solicitor or legal executive with a solid foundation in mergers and acquisitions and corporate finance.Be commercially astute and pragmatic with the ability to focus on your clients' needs to provide practical and robust advice.Have a good understanding of the corporate market, its challenges and opportunities.A sense of initiative and enthusiasm.Able to work well within a team and provide support to other fee-earners as appropriate.Confidence and ability to communicate to a high standard.Competent IT skills. The firm offers excellent opportunities for career development and professional development. In addition, competitive salaries, a great working environment, and a whole host of benefits, including hybrid and flexible working. Please apply as direction or contact Stephanie Richardson at Search Legal for more information on . Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.

Your new companyYou will be joining one of the world's leading law firms, with a global presence and a reputation for excellence. The firm offers a diverse and inclusive culture, where you will have the opportunity to work with some of the best lawyers and clients in the industry. The firm is committed to innovation, sustainability, and social responsibility, and invests in the professional development and well-being of its people. Your new roleAs an experienced corporate solicitor in the firm's Corporate team, you will: Work closely with a variety of the Firm's practice groups including, for example, Corporate and Securities, M&A, Cross Border Transactions and Integrations, Reorganisations, and Capital Markets.Assist the Firm's offices with a diverse range of corporate matters, often across multiple jurisdictions, such as drafting corporate documentation, large scale due diligence projects, drafting due diligence reports and acting as a country or regional co-ordinator on global transactions.Work as part of project teams with other lawyers, legal project managers, and legal tech team members from across the firm's global network of offices.Escalate project-specific issues to the Belfast management group or project partner as appropriate.Develop strong working relationships with partners and lawyers in various practice groups in a variety of jurisdictions.Assist with bespoke projects other than billable matters, such as contributing to the identification of innovative services, methods, know-how and platforms to assist in achieving efficiencies and continual process improvement. What you'll need to succeedEssential Qualified as a solicitor in Northern Ireland and/or England and Wales, with significant corporate experience.Proven track record of dealing with a wide variety of legal issues and offering pragmatic, strategic legal advice to a high standard and to challenging deadlines.Ability to work on a wide range of corporate transactions that are often multijurisdictional, high value, and complex in nature.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work well in a team with others of various experience levels as well as individually.Sound commercial awareness and a “client first” service orientation.Ability to set high standards of performance and deliver desired results.A “self-starter” who is collaborative, pragmatic, commercial, and adaptable in their approach.Excellent writing and organisation skills.Ability to balance work priorities and manage deadlines effectively.Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and online research tools. Desirable Experience in one or more of the following practice areas: Corporate and Securities, M&A, Cross Border Transactions and Integrations, Reorganisations, or Capital Markets.Knowledge of relevant legal frameworks and regulations in different jurisdictions.Familiarity with legal technology tools and platforms, such as document automation, contract analysis, or e-discovery. What you'll get in returnYou will be rewarded with a competitive salary that is in line with your experience and skills. You will also be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on your performance and contribution to the firm. Additionally, you will enjoy a range of benefits, such as: Hybrid working: You will have the flexibility to work from home or from the office, depending on your preferences and needs.Employee health plan: You will have access to a comprehensive health care plan that covers medical, dental, vision, mental health, and wellness services.Pension: You will be enrolled in a generous pension scheme that helps you save for your retirement.Learning and development: You will have access to a variety of learning resources and opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. You will also receive regular feedback and coaching from your peers and managers. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Are you a 3-5 PQE Corporate Solicitor looking for top quality work, in a leading City boutique law firm? Our client is an entrepreneurial boutique firm in the heart of the City, looking to further grow their corporate commercial team. The firm has a varied client base of SME’s and PLC’s, with many of the other Partners coming from a reputable City backgrounds. They have grown organically, are very profitable and due to increased client demand are now looking for a Corporate Solicitor to help grow their assist with their growing caseload. You will need a commercial outlook, as they truly consider themselves as trusted business partners with their long-established clients. About You 3-5 PQE Corporate Solicitor.Familiar with all aspects of corporate and commercial law.Passionate about your clients and businesses you work with. The Opportunity Boutique law firm.Mixed client base, start-ups, SME’s and PLC’s.Working closely with a top Corporate Partner. The Role Full spectrum of corporate and commercial contracts work.Work includes: start up support, commercial contracts, shareholder agreements and company sale and purchases. This role offers real variety, working across commercial contracts, share purchase agreements, joint ventures and MBO’s. This is an opportunity to work in a truly collaborative environment and gain exposure to top quality work in a growing and ambitious law firm. If you're interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If you are starting your job search and your CV isn’t quite ready or indeed if this job isn't quite right for you, please contact George Langford for a confidential discussion on your career. You can view more opportunities on the Interlink website. Please note, our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer.