Corporate & Commercial Solicitor

1 day ago

Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions Full time £50,000 - £70,000 per year

Job Description
Senior Associate Corporate Commercial Solicitor
Location: Northampton
Salary: £50,000 - £70,000
Lead, Mentor & Shape the Future of a Growing Corporate Team
Our client, a well-established legal practice with a strong presence across Northamptonshire, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate Corporate Commercial Solicitor to join their ambitious and collaborative corporate team in Northampton. This is an exceptional opportunity for a technically excellent lawyer with 5+ years' PQE to take on a leadership role, mentor junior team members, and work on high-quality corporate and commercial matters.
 
With a clear pathway to partnership, a supportive team structure, and genuine scope to shape the department's future, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge, mentoring responsibility, and career progression.
About the Role
As a Senior Associate, you'll manage a varied caseload of corporate and commercial matters whilst playing a key role in developing the skills and expertise of the wider team. You'll work alongside 3 Solicitors, 1 Associate, and 2 Partners, providing technical guidance, supervision, and mentoring to less experienced team members.
 
This is a high-responsibility role that requires both technical excellence and strong leadership capabilities, with genuine potential for progression to partnership for the right candidate.
Your Caseload Will Include
  • Mergers & Acquisitions – Advising on business sales, acquisitions, and corporate restructuring
  • Commercial Contracts – Drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, supplier contracts, and distribution agreements
  • Corporate Governance – Advising on company law, shareholders' agreements, and corporate compliance
  • Joint Ventures & Partnerships – Structuring and documenting collaborative business arrangements
  • Commercial Property Transactions – Supporting corporate clients with property acquisitions and disposals
  • Team Leadership – Supervising, mentoring, and developing junior solicitors and associates
What We're Looking For
Essential Requirements:
  • Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate
  • 5+ years' PQE in corporate and commercial law within a UK legal practice
  • Proven technical expertise across corporate transactions, M&A, and commercial contracts
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills – able to guide and develop junior team members
  • Excellent client relationship management – experience managing key client relationships independently
  • Commercial awareness – ability to provide pragmatic, business-focused legal advice
  • Business development mindset – confident in networking and identifying new opportunities
Desirable:
  • Experience supervising or managing junior lawyers
  • Demonstrable track record in business development or client following
  • Experience working with SMEs, owner-managed businesses, or corporate clients
  • Knowledge of employment law, IP, or data protection as complementary areas
What's on Offer
  • Competitive Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 (dependent on experience)
  • Clear Partnership Pathway: Genuine progression opportunities for ambitious lawyers
  • Leadership Responsibility: Play a key role in shaping and developing the team
  • High-Quality Work: Manage complex, interesting corporate and commercial matters
  • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced partners and a supportive team
  • Professional Development: Support for further qualifications, CPD, and career progression
  • Established Client Base: Join a firm with a strong reputation across Northamptonshire
  • Modern Office Facilities: Based in well-equipped Northampton offices with excellent transport links
Location & Working Arrangements
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Office-Based Role: Servicing clients across the region
Working Hours: Full-time (flexible arrangements may be considered for the right candidate)
Why This Opportunity Stands Out
This isn't just another senior associate role – it's an opportunity to genuinely lead, mentor, and shape the future of a growing corporate team. You'll have the backing of experienced partners, the autonomy to manage complex matters, and a clear pathway to partnership.
 
If you're an ambitious corporate commercial lawyer looking for a role that combines technical excellence with genuine leadership responsibility and partnership potential, this could be the perfect next step.
Next Steps
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact:
 
David Hawthorne-Finch
Managing Director
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
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All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We welcome applications from candidates at all stages of their career and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants.
 
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is a specialist legal and accountancy recruitment agency. We work with clients and candidates across the UK, providing ethical, transparent recruitment services with a personal touch.

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