Corporate Solicitor

Corporate Solicitor NQ - 2 PQE - Leeds A leading Yorkshire firm are looking for a Corporate Solicitor to join their successful team in Leeds. The ideal candidate will be newly qualified to two years PQE and will have had experience of working in a busy Company/Commercial team. This is an established, friendly firm with a strong reputation in Yorkshire. They pride themselves on their excellent career development prospects and great work-life balance which enables their people to achieve their personal and professional aspirations. The firm has been the recipient of several prestigious awards, such as the Law Society's Award for Excellence in Innovation and Yorkshire Lawyer of the Year, which is a reflection of the reputation of both the firm and its individual lawyers. The Corporate team advise companies, banks, financiers, and business owners on all aspects of company law including disposals & acquisitions, directors duties & corporate governance, business structures & restructures , partnerships, LLPs, joint ventures, succession planning and exit strategies and employee share ownership. The Corporate NQ will get exposure to a range of transactions including acquisitions & disposals, private equity, joint ventures and reorganisations work. Key Responsibilities will include: - Assisting with acquisitions and/or disposals of businesses; - Assisting with due diligence and data room management; - The preparation of board minutes, shareholder resolutions, Companies House forms and filing, drafting shareholders agreements and articles; - Actively participating in business development at an appropriate level to include networking events. The firm offer a competitive salary from £42k upwards depending on experience. Also on offer is hybrid working after passing a probation period, as well as a wide range of other firm-wide benefits. If you would like to hear more about this role, please contact jenniferhepple@bcllegal.com to arrange a confidential chat. Or apply now with a copy of your CV for immediate consideration. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.