Job title: Company Commercial Solicitor
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £65,000.00
Location: Ripon, UK
Job published: 2025-08-06
Job ID: 42409
Contact name: Lee Hawthorne-Finch
Contact email: lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

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Company Commercial Solicitor

Location: Ripon

 

Salary: £45,000 - £65,000 (dependent on experience)

 

About the Opportunity

Join a well-established legal practice in Ripon as a Company Commercial Solicitor, where you'll handle a diverse and stimulating caseload of corporate and commercial matters. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your expertise in this dynamic area of law while working with a variety of business clients in this beautiful North Yorkshire location.

 

The Role

You'll be managing a comprehensive caseload of company commercial matters, providing expert legal advice on corporate transactions, commercial agreements, and business law issues. Working with SMEs, established businesses, and entrepreneurs, you'll have the opportunity to handle complex transactions while building strong commercial relationships.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Handle a varied caseload of company commercial matters including mergers and acquisitions
  • Draft and negotiate commercial contracts, supply agreements, and distribution agreements
  • Advise on corporate governance, company formations, and restructuring matters
  • Manage share purchase agreements, asset purchases, and business sales
  • Handle employment law matters including contracts, policies, and tribunal representation
  • Provide strategic advice on commercial disputes and contract negotiations
  • Conduct due diligence investigations for corporate transactions
  • Advise on intellectual property matters, data protection, and regulatory compliance
  • Liaise with accountants, corporate finance advisors, and other professional advisors
  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships and generate new business opportunities

 

What We're Looking For

  • Qualified Solicitor with company commercial experience (3+ years PQE preferred)
  • Strong knowledge of corporate law, commercial contracts, and business transactions
  • Experience in mergers and acquisitions, share deals, and asset purchases
  • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
  • Strong attention to detail and commercial awareness
  • Understanding of employment law and regulatory compliance matters
  • Ability to manage complex transactions and multiple deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Client-focused approach with strong business development skills
  • Interest in developing expertise across all company commercial areas

 

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary: £45,000 - £65,000 (dependent on experience)
  • Opportunity to handle diverse and complex company commercial transactions
  • Professional development and specialist training opportunities
  • Supportive team environment with experienced practitioners
  • Career progression prospects within an established department
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible working arrangements where appropriate
  • Opportunity to work with dynamic business clients and entrepreneurs
  • Business development support and networking opportunities
  • Beautiful North Yorkshire location with excellent quality of life

 

About Us

We are a well-established legal practice with a strong reputation for delivering exceptional company commercial services. Our dedicated team has built an excellent track record in handling complex corporate transactions and providing strategic commercial advice to businesses of all sizes, combining legal expertise with commercial understanding.

 

Ready to advance your company commercial career in Ripon?

Apply now, or contact Lee for more info via lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or 0333 996 2882.