Calisen
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We're looking for a talented and ambitious newly qualified Solicitor (0-2 years PQE) to join our growing in-house Legal team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer coming from private practice who is keen to broaden their experience and gain exposure to a diverse range of commercial, corporate, financing and project-related matters within a dynamic business environment.
Working closely with the Senior Solicitor, General Counsel and key business stakeholders, you'll provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice that helps support strategic decision-making across the organisation.
What You'll Be Doing
As part of our Legal team, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts.
- Provide practical legal advice on contractual risk and commercial arrangements.
- Support strategic business projects and commercial initiatives.
- Assist with corporate transactions, restructurings and joint ventures.
- Work alongside Finance and Commercial teams on deal structuring and execution.
- Provide legal support on financing arrangements, refinancing transactions and security documentation.
- Manage relationships with external legal advisers where required.
- Conduct legal research and provide clear, concise updates on legislative and regulatory developments.
- Support legal process improvements, template development and governance initiatives.
- Contribute to the effective management of legal risk across the business.
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What We're Looking For
- Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with a current practising certificate.
- 0-2 years' post-qualification experience.
- Training contract completed within a reputable private practice law firm.
- Experience drafting, reviewing and advising on commercial agreements.
- Exposure to transactions, structured commercial arrangements or corporate matters.
- Strong legal drafting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
- Commercial awareness and a pragmatic approach to legal advice.
Experience In Any Of The Following Would Be Beneficial
- Commercial contracts
- Corporate or M&A work
- Banking & Finance
- Projects or Infrastructure
About You
You'll be:
- Commercially minded and solutions focused.
- Proactive and keen to take ownership of your work.
- Curious and eager to develop your legal expertise.
- Comfortable working with stakeholders at all levels.
- Adaptable, resilient and able to manage competing priorities.
- Professional, ethical and committed to delivering high-quality legal support.
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Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to develop your career in-house while working on a wide variety of high-profile legal matters that directly support business growth and strategic objectives. You'll gain exposure to senior leaders, complex transactions and commercial decision-making while being supported by an experienced Legal team committed to your development.
Benefits
- Non-contractual annual bonus based on company and personal performance of your annual salary.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days with yearly service + 8 bank holidays + day off on your birthday.
- Company sick pay - 6 months and then SSP.
- Enhanced maternity & paternity pay.
- Life assurance x4 of your basic salary.
- Pension plan - Calisen will double your personal contribution into the scheme up to a maximum of 7% of your gross salary.
- Private Medical Insurance
- Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Plan Helpline.
- My Rewards Platform: Discounts from hundreds of top retailers, just for being part of the team.
- Electric Vehicle Salary Sacrifice Scheme
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