Corporate NQ Solicitor

Corporate Solicitor | NQ-2 PQE

Cardiff | £50-55k | Hybrid Working

Ready to kick-start your corporate career with a leading team?

If you're an NQ Corporate Solicitor looking for more than just your next role, this is an opportunity to join a highly regarded, Tier 1-ranked Corporate team in Cardiff, working on high-quality transactions for an impressive client base.

This established commercial law firm offers the chance to get involved in complex, interesting corporate work from the outset, with the support of experienced partners and senior lawyers who are invested in helping you develop. You'll be part of a collaborative team with an excellent reputation, alongside colleagues across multiple UK offices.

With flexible hybrid working, typically three days in the office, this is a fantastic opportunity to build your technical expertise, gain meaningful client exposure and develop a long-term career in corporate law.

The opportunity

You'll work on a varied portfolio of corporate transactions and advisory matters, including:

Private company M&A, including cross-border transactions Private equity and venture capital General corporate advisory work Joint ventures Group restructurings and reorganisationsWorking closely with experienced colleagues, you'll support transactions from initial instruction through to completion, helping to manage due diligence, draft and review transaction documents, liaise with clients and advisers, and keep matters progressing efficiently.

You'll also have opportunities to build client relationships and get involved in business development, giving you the chance to develop commercially as well as technically.

Why consider this role?

High-quality work: Join a Tier 1-ranked team handling complex and rewarding corporate transactions. Excellent development: Learn from experienced partners and senior lawyers who can support your progression. Meaningful responsibility: Gain client exposure and contribute to transactions from an early stage. A collaborative environment: Work with a respected Cardiff team connected to colleagues across the wider UK business. Flexible working: Typically three days in the office, with flexibility according to business needs. Long-term career potential: Build the technical, commercial and relationship-management skills needed to progress in corporate law.What are we looking for?

This opportunity would suit a Corporate Solicitor at NQ-2 PQE who is keen to develop their career within a leading commercial practice.

You'll ideally have:

Corporate experience gained within a recognised regional or commercial law firm. For NQ candidates, at least one seat in Corporate during your training contract. Strong drafting skills and a solid technical grounding in corporate law. A good academic background and a commercially minded approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. A proactive, client-focused attitude and the ability to work collaboratively. Most importantly, you'll be keen to learn, take ownership of your development and play an active role in a successful corporate team.Interested?

If you're an NQ or junior Corporate Solicitor in Cardiff or considering a move to the area, this is well worth a conversation.

For a confidential discussion, contact Nicole Smith-Managing Consultant at Yolk Recruitment's Legal team to find out more.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic.

Please note, whilst we do our best to contact all candidates, due to the high number of applications we receive we cannot guarantee this for every role. If you have not heard anything from us within 7 days of applying, then unfortunately you have been unsuccessful. Please keep an eye on our website for more opportunities