Corporate & Commercial Solicitor
16 days ago
Gloucester
Corporate & Commercial Solicitor | Bristol or Gloucester | £45,000 to £65,000 | Private Medical Insurance \n Are you a dynamic Commercial Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career? If you want to work in a supportive, forward-thinking legal environment with a genuine commitment to work-life balance, this role could be exactly what you are seeking. What's in it for you?\n\n • Work alongside dedicated professionals and benefit from support and genuine career development opportunities.\n, • Enjoy working in a friendly, relaxed and supportive environment recognised for its high standards of client care.\n, • Join a successful team with a growing client base bringing a varied workload including Tech & IP\n, • A better work-life balance than many competitors and a positive workplace culture.\n, • Salary: £45,000 – £65,000 per year (depending on experience).\n, • Private Medical Insurance\n, • 31.5 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays and Christmas shut down)\n, • Free parking onsite at Gloucester and Bristol offices\n, • Free fruit in the office\n, • Free Will Writing service\n, • Discounted conveyancing services\nThe Role\n You will join a busy, growing team where your expertise is valued and your career ambitions are supported. Reporting to the Head of Corporate and Commercial Department, you will handle a diverse caseload of commercial matters and develop your career in a firm that values innovation and flexibility. You will benefit from the guidance of experienced colleagues while also having the independence to manage your own files. \n\n • Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts\n, • Advising on terms and conditions, IT & e-commerce, and data protection\n, • Managing agency, manufacturing and supply agreements\n, • Handling collaboration and joint venture agreements\n, • Drafting and advising on software licenses and development agreements\n, • Working on franchise agreements\n, • Undertaking due diligence for a variety of clients\n, • Participating in business development and marketing activities\n, • Providing assistance with corporate transactions as required\n, • Taking on flexible “ad hoc” tasks as part of a team\nWhat We're Looking For\n\n, • Qualified solicitor with ideally 4 years+ PQE in non-contentious commercial work\n, • Demonstrable experience with complex commercial and some corporate transactional matters\n, • Ideally holding relevant experience in IP and Trademark work \n, • Strong communication, organisational, and IT skills\n, • Self-motivated, flexible, and willing to embrace new challenges\n, • Excellent attention to detail and high professional standards\n, • Proven track record of excellent client care\n, • Enjoy collaborating and participating in business development activities\nWhat's On Offer?\n\n, • Friendly, supportive, and relaxed working environment.\n, • Onsite parking (Gloucester and North Bristol).\n, • Free fruit in the office.\n, • Private Medical Insurance.\n, • Discounted conveyancing services.\n, • Free Will Writing.\n, • 31.5 days annual leave including Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown.\n\n This role can be based at either Gloucester or North Bristol, with regular office attendance expected. Full-time hours are 37.5 per week, Monday to Friday (9:00am – 5:30pm, with a 1 hour unpaid lunch break). Part-time hours and hybrid working may be considered to support your work-life flexibility. \n Interested? \n If you are passionate about delivering excellent client care and thrive in a collaborative, professional environment, this is a brilliant opportunity to make a real impact. If you'd like to discuss the opportunity in more detail, please contact Anna Honey at CKB Recruitment for a confidential conversation.