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Corporate Solicitor / 3+ PQE / Newcastle Upon Tyne / c£75,000 (DOE) / This is an opportunity to join a busy and well regarded corporate team advising on a wide spectrum of transactions across sectors such as healthcare, technology, manufacturing, telecoms and hospitality – To apply please call Teagan on and quote Job Ref: 3533
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THE ROLE: You will handle a varied caseload of corporate finance and company law matters, acting for a diverse client base including owner-managed businesses, listed companies, investors and lenders. The role will also involve supporting on larger, high-value transactions. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating transactional and governance documents, maintaining strong client relationships and contributing to the development of junior team members. You will be encouraged to take an active role in networking and broader business development.
THE CANDIDATE: You will be a corporate solicitor with at least 3 years’ PQE, bringing solid experience in corporate finance and transactional work, whether gained in private practice or in-house. You should be confident managing your own caseload while also contributing effectively to larger, team-led deals. Strong technical ability is essential, alongside excellent communication and organisational skills. You will enjoy building relationships, both internally and externally and be keen to play a part in business development initiatives. Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers would be advantageous.
THE FIRM: This opportunity sits within a highly active and ambitious corporate team with a strong deal flow and an impressive track record in the regional market. The team is known for handling a significant volume of transactions annually, with substantial aggregate deal values and continues to build on its reputation for delivering high-quality, commercially focused advice. The firm offers a supportive and forward-thinking environment, with a genuine commitment to professional development and career progression. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are on offer, alongside a culture that promotes wellbeing and work-life balance.
HOW TO APPLY: Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on / or email with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.
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At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
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