Corporate Solicitor

Hakim Group

  • Darwen, Lancashire
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 27 days ago
What’s in it for you?:Joining the Hakim Group means becoming part of a close-knit family of independent Optical practices across the UK and Ireland.A career where empowerment, innovation, and unwavering support create a truly fulfilling experience. A career that’s not just fulfilling but a bit like joining a secret club of the happiest eye-care professionals. We are seeking a Corporate Solicitor to support our ambitious growth journey. You will also receive::
  • Exciting calendar of events, fostering a vibrant work culture.
  • Employee health plan to prioritise your well-being.
  • Ongoing career development opportunities
  • Rewards portal with exclusive benefits and offers.
  • Embrace a supportive and expanding team, immersing yourself in our award-winning Hakim Group culture.
About the Role:Join our dynamic Mergers & Acquisitions team as a Corporate Solicitor, where you will work alongside seasoned legal professionals in the fastest-expanding optical business in the UK. Be part of our growth story and elevate your legal career in a vibrant, fast-paced environment.You’ll have the opportunity to shape the ways we work and contribute to our continued growth.This role is an office-based role at our HQ in Darwen. BB3 1AEKey Roles & Responsibilities
  • Lead and advise on mergers, acquisitions, disposals, and joint ventures.
  • Conduct and manage legal due diligence exercises, providing clear and actionable reports.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate key transactional documents such as SPAs, shareholder agreements, and NDAs.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors (e.g., tax consultants, accountants) to ensure successful deal outcomes.
  • Provide expert legal advice on company law, corporate structuring, reorganisations, and group restructures.
  • Advise on corporate governance matters, including board processes, director duties, and shareholder issues.
  • Monitor and ensure compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and best practice standards.
  • Assist in maintaining robust governance frameworks and internal policies.
The Ideal CandidateYou are a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least 2 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law, having trained at a leading law firm or developed a strong in-house corporate/commercial background. You bring proven expertise in managing M&A transactions with strong organisation and project management skills, together with the ability to prioritise effectively. With strong commercial awareness, you deliver pragmatic, business-focused legal advice, and possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to influence and build effective relationships at all levels of the organisation. What's Next?:Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team. Salary - Max: GBP £0.00 Salary - Min: GBP £0.00

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