We’re looking for a high-calibre junior Solicitor to join our in-house Legal team, supporting a wide range of commercial activities across the business. This is an excellent opportunity for a recently qualified lawyer (0-2 years’ PQE) trained in private practice who is keen to develop in a dynamic, commercially focused environment.
You’ll gain exposure to a varied workload including commercial contracts, projects, financing arrangements and corporate transactions, working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation.
The Role
Reporting to a Senior Solicitor, you will provide pragmatic, high-quality legal support across the business, advising on both day-to-day matters and strategic initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Commercial Contracts
- Draft, review and negotiate a range of commercial agreements (including supplier terms, service agreements, NDAs and framework agreements)
- Prepare supporting legal documentation such as letters, consents and resolutions
- Provide clear, practical advice on contractual risk and mitigation
- Support stakeholders in structuring and delivering commercial deals
Projects & Transactions
- Assist on strategic business projects and initiatives
- Support corporate transactions, restructurings and joint ventures
- Undertake due diligence, prepare documentation and assist with completions
- Collaborate with Finance and Commercial teams on deal structuring
Finance Support
- Provide legal input on financing arrangements (including lending and security documentation)
- Support refinancing transactions
- Manage relationships with external counsel on more complex matters
Legal Advisory
- Deliver practical, business-focused legal advice to internal stakeholders
- Interpret and apply relevant legal and regulatory frameworks
- Contribute to risk management and governance processes
Research & Continuous Improvement
- Conduct legal research and present findings clearly to the team
- Support the development of legal templates and standard processes
- Contribute to ongoing improvements within the Legal function
- Assist with effective management of external legal spend
About You
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) or equivalent with a current practising certificate
- 0-2 years’ PQE
- Trained in private practice within a reputable law firm
- Experience drafting and advising on commercial agreements
- Exposure to transactions, deals or structured commercial arrangements
- Comfortable working collaboratively on multi-stakeholder matters
Skills & Competencies
- Strong legal drafting and analytical skills
- Sound commercial awareness and understanding of business impact
- Ability to provide clear, pragmatic and proportionate advice
- Effective workload management and prioritisation
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain legal concepts to non-legal audiences
Personal Attributes
- Collaborative and relationship-focused
- Proactive with a strong sense of ownership
- Curious and eager to learn across new areas
- Commercially minded and solutions-oriented
- Resilient and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
- High levels of integrity, professionalism and sound judgement
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to transition into an in-house role where you’ll gain broad exposure, work closely with senior stakeholders, and develop your commercial legal skillset in a supportive environment.
Benefits
- Non-contractual annual bonus based on company and personal performance of your annual salary.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with yearly service + 8 bank holidays + day off on your birthday.
- Company sick pay – 6 months and then SSP.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Life assurance x4 of your basic salary.
- Pension plan – Calisen will double your personal contribution into the scheme up to a maximum of 7% of your gross salary.
- Private Medical Insurance
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Plan Helpline.
- My Rewards Platform: Discounts from hundreds of top retailers, just for being part of the team.
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
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