Corporate & Commercial Lawyer

Our client is seeking a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer to join their law firm in Hertford, Hertfordshire. The firm has over 5 offices and was voted as one of Sunday Times Best Places to work in 2024. The role: They are looking for an experienced candidate with three to six+ years PQE (although pre-qualification experience will be considered) and a with a proven track record of running their own case load. The candidate will ideally have experience in both corporate and commercial work with a keen interest to develop their commercial skills and practice. This is a huge opportunity for the right candidate to shape the future of the firm’s commercial offering. Some knowledge and practical experience of employment law, in respect of preparing contracts and director’s service agreements, as well as in relation to the TUPE Regulations would be advantageous but is not essential. The candidate will ideally be able to demonstrate that they have worked with clients on a broad range of commercial matters, to include (but in no way limited to) contracts, tender processes, franchise agreements, distribution agreements and e-commerce. What they expect from you: * You’re dedicated to providing excellent client service in line with their Service Pledge. * You’re a team player who will always go the extra mile. * You have a positive attitude and always look to lift spirits, not lower them. * You’re flexible and self-sufficient – with the right support, you’re a self-starter with a proactive approach. * You’re keen to get involved in networking and business development opportunities. * You’re interested in promoting the firm’s good name both internally and externally. What you can expect from them: * A structured career path that provides all the information you need to develop and progress. * A supportive and nurturing working environment with monthly one-to-ones, department meetings and a six-monthly appraisal scheme. * Flexible and hybrid working. * Firm-wide and fee-earner bonus schemes. * Holiday entitlement of 25 days per year, rising by one day per year of service to a maximum of 30 days. * Automatic enrolment to their contributory corporate pension scheme (salary sacrifice). * Automatic enrolment to their Employee Assistance Programme, which helps staff members experiencing personal problems that might adversely impact their work performance, health and wellbeing. * Enrolment to our Healthcare Cash Plan after the probationary period. Cover includes dependant children and may be extended to partners or spouses at the employee’s expense. * Access to Mintago, a comprehensive employee financial wellbeing platform. * Each office has its own designated Social and Wellbeing champion, who is there to help promote good mental and physical health with a range of initiatives including social walks, book clubs, charitable activities and out-of-hours get-togethers and events. * Annual staff events including summer and Christmas events, quarterly office lunches. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear IT Recruitment Limited. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful