Corporate Solicitor

Corporate Solicitor – Huddersfield

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Corporate & Commercial Solicitor to join a well-established, forward-thinking regional law firm with deep roots in Yorkshire and a strong reputation for supporting owner-managed businesses and SMEs.

This firm has been advising businesses for generations and is widely recognised for delivering practical, commercially focused legal advice tailored to the needs of growing and established companies. With a collaborative culture and genuine investment in training and development, it offers an ideal environment for lawyers looking to build a long-term career in corporate and commercial law.

The role is based in Huddersfield, with the opportunity for hybrid working once settled into the position. While full-time applicants are preferred, part-time applications (minimum 30 hours per week over four or five days) will also be considered.

You will undertake a varied and engaging corporate and commercial caseload, advising a broad client base that includes start-ups, owner-managed businesses and established SMEs, both locally and nationally. The work will span transactions of varying size and complexity, providing excellent exposure and development opportunities.

• Advising on share sales and asset sales
• Supporting and leading on acquisitions and mergers
• Drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements and investment agreements
• Providing clear, pragmatic and commercial advice to business clients
• Working closely with colleagues across the wider commercial services teams
• Actively participating in business development and marketing activities
• Building strong, long-term client relationships and enhancing both the firm's profile and your own

• Ideally 2-5 years' PQE Corporate & Commercial Solicitor
• Applications welcomed from Newly Qualified Solicitors who completed a corporate or corporate & commercial seat during their training contract
• Strong commercial awareness with an interest in a broad range of business-related matters
• Self-motivated, adaptable and comfortable working with a diverse client base
• A collaborative team player with excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational, written and IT skills
• Excellent client care skills with the ability to develop trusted client relationships

• Join a highly respected regional firm with a long-standing presence in Yorkshire
• Work closely with experienced corporate lawyers on high-quality, varied transactions
• Support and mentoring from senior colleagues, with clear routes for development
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Opportunity to build a strong local and regional profile within a growing corporate team
• Competitive salary and benefits package

This is an outstanding opportunity for a Corporate Solicitor looking to develop their career within a supportive, commercially driven firm that values quality advice, long-term client relationships and internal progression.

Please apply via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion about the role and next steps.