Company Commercial Lawyer

Humphries Kirk LLP  is a well-established South Coast law firm with a great reputation for providing professional legal services locally, nationally, and beyond.   We have constantly adapted to change, and continually re-evaluate what we do to make sure our services are always relevant, responsive, and rooted in the real world.

Due to continued growth, we have an exciting full time, permanent opportunity for a 4+ years’ PQE Lawyer (Qualified solicitor, Barrister or FCILEx) with a background in Company Commercial Law.  This role could be based at either our Poole or Dorchester office, with some element of hybrid working, which will give the opportunity to work remotely on 1-2 days per week and be office based 3-4 days per week.   We are seeking candidates with expertise in at least two of the following areas of commercial law: 
 

• Company and business sales and purchases
• Commercial contract drafting and negotiation
• Private equity / investment documentation process and procedure
• Corporate restructuring
• Employment law and employee incentive schemes
• Commercial property law
• Experience of charity and education sectors
• Miscellaneous corporate / commercial legal work

We can offer you an excellent benefits package that includes:

• A competitive salary
• Flexible / remote working opportunities
• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and extra discretionary days off at Christmas
• Half day off for Birthday
• Private medical plan
• Life Assurance 4x salary
• Occupational sick pay
• Discretionary bonuses
• Legal Service discounts
• Opportunities for self-development and career progression to Partnership
• The chance to live and work in one of the UK’s most sought-after locations
• Possible relocation package available for the right applicant

If you’re interested in finding out more, please send a brief covering email to recruitment@hklaw.uk setting out your areas of expertise and your requirements, and our HR team will come back to you.