Job Title: Senior Corporate AssociateWorking pattern: A remote role, full-time or part-time The firmArtington Legal is a boutique law firm founded in 2012 by Tad Ostrowski. We are a collaborative, forward-thinking firm which sees the bigger picture and thinks commercially and innovatively in terms of supporting its clients.We provide a range of legal services to our clients from corporate and commercial to employment, commercial property, regulatory and IP.We specialise in providing legal advice to SMEs, including fast-growing early-stage companies and subsidiaries of internationally listed companies operating in the UK, and we have proven expertise across a wide variety of business sectors.Our team comprises of highly experienced business lawyers with a strong track record of working at major London and regional law firms as well as in-house experience.We are ambitious for growth with a target to be a destination law firm for SMEs.Our cultureWe are proud to be a certified B Corp and are only the 15th law firm in the UK to be a B Corp certified. We consider ourselves to be inclusive and supportive of colleagues and clients alike. Becoming a B Corp demonstrates our commitment to driving positive social and environmental change in the legal industryWe focus on delivering exceptional service through a commitment to our core values, and are proud that much of our work comes from client referrals.The firm is based in Woking, Surrey, but most of our lawyers work remotely.We genuinely prioritise the well-being and growth of each member of our team, recognising that a healthy work environment is essential for the firm’s success.The RoleOur successful corporate team is very busy, and we are looking for a senior corporate lawyer to join us part-time or full-time. You will be based at home with occasional meetings in London. We have developed a strong practice supporting SMEs in the sustainable sector with their funding rounds, as well as their disposals and acquisitions. Transactional experience and the ability to lead is essential. The successful candidate will have a strong corporate law background with experience in working with SME clients. Ideally, you will also have commercial law experience and can provide advice on a broad range of commercial contracts. You will have great technical abilities, client care and ethical standards and interpersonal skills. You will also need to have keen interest in networking and business development, supporting the marketing efforts of the firm with a view to developing our client base over time.The role will include:Advising on, and leading, private M&A transactions for our SME clients, including funding rounds, disposals, acquisitions, reorganisations and other corporate transactions.· Drafting, reviewing and negotiating transaction documents (including share purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements and subscription agreements). · Advising on and drafting shareholders’ agreements and articles of association.· Providing advice on corporate governance and compliance.· Advising on, and drafting, commercial contracts.Proactive involvement in a range of business development and marketing activities including (but not limited to) attending and speaking at appropriate networking events and conferences, writing social media posts, articles and other thought pieces on topical issues and preparing client updates on key legal issues. · Responsibility for providing technical and mentoring support and guidance to other members of the team.Key requirements· At least 6 years post-qualification experience gained within a strong corporate law practice.· Experience working with SME clients.· Ideally some commercial law experience. · Strong technical skills with experience of Microsoft 365.· Client focussed – with the ability to quickly build excellent rapport to gain the confidence of our clients.· Strong communication and networking skills.· Excellent organisational and time management skills. · Thrives as part of a small, busy team. ContactsIf this might be the right move for you, please send a copy of your CV together with a cover letter to Caroline O’Callaghan at are committed to equality and diversity in both our workplace and our recruitment process.
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Corporate Solicitor