The successful candidate for the Corporate Lawyer role will be dealing in all aspects of corporate law:
The ideal candidate requires experience in corporate law; advising start-up businesses through to established SMEs including in respect of:
- Mergers, Disposals and Acquisitions
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Reconstructions
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Share Schemes including EMI Schemes
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EOTs
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Shareholders Agreements
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Partnership Agreements
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Company Formation
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Constitutional Documents including Articles of Association
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Company secretarial documents including board minutes and resolutions
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Facility Agreements and corporate security documentation
- Degree qualified with PGDL or LPC
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Demonstrable experience in corporate law
- Excellent inter-personal skills
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An ability to build a good rapport with clients and to work well under pressure both alone and as part of a team
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Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, referrers and colleagues
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Supporting the Firm with brand awareness activities, including networking, events and content for the website and social media channels.
Training and development: At Franklins, we recognise and nurture talent. If you wish to study for professional qualifications and courses, well encourage and support this where relevant. In fact, several of our senior employees started in junior roles and progressed through the firm.
Flexibility: We understand that everyones personal circumstances are different. We strive to support this through allowing flexible working patterns where possible.
Be part of a team: We believe its important to build a positive rapport with your colleagues and to get to know teams in other departments. We therefore organise team-wide and company-wide events throughout the year, offering opportunities to get to know your colleagues outside of the work environment.
Community spirit: We strive to make a difference in the communities we serve and actively support a number of local charities including Willen Hospice, Cynthia Spencer Hospice, local food banks and many others. We also offer employees the opportunity to take a Volunteering day to support a local charity.
Location: Our centrally located offices in Milton Keynes and Northampton are located a short walk from shops and restaurants.
24-hour employee assistance programme: Offering support on a wide range of topics.
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Salary commensurate with experience.
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25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and Christmas closure. Youll also get a day off for your birthday!
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24-hour employee assistance programme.
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Discount on legal services.
After completing 3 months with the firm you will also be eligible to join:
Pension scheme: Upon completing your probationary period, youll be invited to join our pension scheme.
Death in Service: Should the worst happen, we offer 4 x Death in Service, for peace of mind.
Franklins Solicitors is one of the leading law firms serving Northampton, Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas, distinguished by our unwavering commitment to excellence. Since our establishment in 1982, we have grown to employ over 100 dedicated professionals across our offices in Central Milton Keynes and Northampton.
Our reputation for quality is underscored by our prestigious accreditations: ISO 9001, CQS and The Law Societys Lexcel. We specialise in a comprehensive range of legal services, including Corporate Services, Commercial Property, Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, Legal Process Outsourcing, Family Law, Intellectual Property, Residential Property, Wills, Trusts, and Probate.
At Franklins, we pride ourselves on exceeding industry standards and making exceptional service our norm. Our core valuespassion, excellence, trust, and unityreflect our belief that our people are our greatest asset. We are dedicated to nurturing and developing talented individuals and ensuring that our clients receive unparalleled service.
If you are looking to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, where your skills will be recognised and developed, Franklins Solicitors LLP is the place for you. Join us and be a part of a team that sets the benchmark for legal services in the region.
