Corporate Senior or Principal Associate

Corporate Senior/Principal Associate | 5+ PQE | Leeds A leading national firm is looking for a Corporate Senior or Principal Associate to join their highly regarded team in Leeds. This role will suit an ambitious solicitor, ideally with experience dealing with clients in education and charity sectors to work on high profile national and international projects. THE OPPORTUNITY This is a well-liked national firm that is widely recognised for being a wonderful place to work, as well as a firm where you can truly flourish with high quality work and an established client base to tap into. The firm consistently wins awards for the way in which they look after and invest in their employees. There is an open and collaborative culture that celebrates different perspectives and working together, which creates a truly enjoyable place to work where your contributions will be recognised and rewarded. There is an exciting opportunity for a senior Corporate solicitor to join the highly regarded national team, focusing on education clients such as top ranked universities and other national and global charity clients. The team is at the forefront of these sectors and you will primarily be working on high profile and cutting edge projects for universities and charities, both nationally and internationally. There is also the opportunity to be involved in a broader range of corporate work across the firm's other key sectors. ABOUT YOU The ideal candidate will have the following skills and attributes: · Qualified Solicitor with at least 5 years' PQE. · Experience gained within a similar sized practice. · Technically strong and an enjoyment in working on transactions. · Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, · The ability to work well autonomously and as part of a team. · Willingness to take initiative and to participate in marketing activity. · Attention to detail and strong drafting skills. · The ability to cope with the demands of a busy and dynamic environment. · A strong commercial acumen. Whilst experience across education and charity sectors will be advantageous for the role, it is not essential so long as there is an interest for these specialist areas. OTHER INFORMATION · Market-leading salary from c.£70k upwards depending on experience. · Hybrid working with a vibrant Leeds City Centre office. · Significant opportunities for progression. If this sounds like your ideal opportunity, or you would like to discuss other similar opportunities please get in touch with jenniferhepple@bcllegal.com to discuss further. Or apply now with an up-to-date CV for immediate consideration! BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.