Solicitor (Corporate)

Company: Forbes Solicitors LLP
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Location: Bamber Bridge
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Qualified Solicitor or CILEX; 2 to 5 years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE); Previous experience in a Corporate department; Experience with M&A, demergers, buybacks, and shareholders’ agreements; Ability to manage own caseload and generate fees.

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Full Opportunity Brief

Forbes Solicitors LLP is recruiting a qualified Corporate Solicitor to join their team at the Gordon House Office in Bamber Bridge, Lancashire. This is a full-time, mid-senior level position requiring 2-5 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in corporate law.

Key Eligibility Criteria

  • Qualified Solicitor or CILEX.
  • 2 to 5 years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE).
  • Previous experience working within a Corporate department.
  • Experience handling corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions, demergers, company buybacks, and shareholders’ agreements.
  • Proven ability to manage an independent caseload and meet fee generation targets.
  • Compliance with SRA Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

  • Manage a varied caseload of corporate matters (M&A, demergers, buybacks).
  • Provide expert legal advice and strategic guidance to clients.
  • Complete legal documentation accurately within area of expertise.
  • Analyze legal risks and determine case strategies.
  • Negotiate, mediate, or litigate to achieve optimal client outcomes.
  • Collaborate with Senior Associates and Partners on complex cases.
  • Build client relationships and contribute to business development.
  • Salary: Not specified in the listing.
  • Hours: Full-time, 36.25 hours per week (Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm).
  • Benefits: 33 days annual leave.
  • profit share scheme
  • BUPA Health Cash Back Plan (for Solicitors)
  • enhanced sick pay
  • staff discounts on firm services

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Posted: October 25th, 2026