Corporate Solicitor - #2186278

Commercial Lawyer

Annual Salary: To be discussed
Location: Bristol
Job Type: Hybrid, full-time (2 days in office)

We are seeking an experienced Commercial Lawyer to join a busy legal team handling a broad range of corporate and commercial matters. This opportunity would suit a Commercial Lawyer who can manage a varied caseload independently, advise clients confidently, and support transactions from instruction through to completion. The successful Commercial Lawyer will work across corporate deals, commercial agreements, and wider business advisory matters in a collaborative and professional environment.

Day-to-day of the role

• Manage your own caseload of corporate and commercial legal matters independently and efficiently.
• Advise clients on a range of business transactions, including company sales, acquisitions, restructures, and shareholder matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts, including terms of business, supply agreements, and service agreements.
• Support clients with corporate governance, compliance, and general company law matters.
• Communicate clearly with clients, counterparties, and other professional advisers throughout each matter.
• Attend meetings, provide practical legal advice, and help manage expectations on timescales, risk, and outcomes.
• Maintain accurate file records and make full use of the case management system.
• Comply fully with service standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proven experience handling a corporate and commercial caseload within private practice or an in-house legal setting.
• Strong knowledge of company law, commercial agreements, and business transactions.
• Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a range of commercial contracts.
• Ability to manage matters independently while maintaining high standards of client care.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to organise, prioritise, and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Commercial awareness and a practical approach to legal problem-solving.
• Law degree, LPC, SQE, CILEx, or equivalent legal qualification preferred.

Benefits

• Excellent annual leave and welfare benefits.
• Health cash plan and gym or lifestyle benefits.
• Strong work-life balance and dress for your day policy.
• People-focused recognition and referral schemes.
• Ongoing development and routes to qualification.
• Diversity and sustainability initiatives.

How to apply

To apply for this Commercial Lawyer position, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant corporate and commercial experience.

Please note: A successful offer of employment will be subject to a basic credit check and a basic DBS check. Reasonable adjustments and support can be provided during the recruitment process for candidates who require them.