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Corporate and Commercial Lawyer


Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 21 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description
Corporate & Commercial Lawyer
Salary Fee Share Structure: 70000 - 120000 (OTE)
Location: Central London

Build Your Client Base Increase Your Earnings and Shape the Future of a Growing Practice

Are you a commercially minded Corporate & Commercial Lawyer looking for a platform to grow your practice whilst being rewarded for the clients and revenue you generate

Our client a growing and entrepreneurial London law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate & Commercial Lawyer to join its expanding team. This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer with an existing client following who wants the support of an established firm whilst benefiting from a highly attractive fee-share arrangement.

This role offers a genuine opportunity to build your profile influence the direction of the practice and significantly increase your earning potential within a collaborative and ambitious environment.

The Opportunity

As a key member of the Corporate & Commercial team you will manage your own client relationships whilst delivering practical and commercially focused legal advice.

Key Responsibilities
  • Advise on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters
  • Manage client relationships and develop your existing network
  • Generate and maintain monthly billings of 10000
  • Draft and negotiate commercial agreements
  • Advise on corporate transactions and business structuring matters
  • Support business owners SMEs and corporate clients
  • Collaborate with colleagues across the wider firm
  • Contribute to business development initiatives and revenue growth

Technical Areas of Expertise

Candidates should have experience in several of the following areas:

Corporate Law
  • Company formations and restructuring
  • Shareholder agreements
  • Share sales and acquisitions
  • Business sales and purchases
  • Joint venture agreements
  • Corporate governance matters
Commercial Law
  • Commercial contracts
  • Terms and conditions
  • Supplier and service agreements
  • Partnership agreements
  • Agency and distribution agreements
  • Intellectual property-related commercial agreements
Desirable Experience
  • Corporate finance transactions
  • Banking and finance matters
  • Secured lending
  • Investor and funding transactions
  • Mergers and acquisitions

Finance experience would be advantageous but is not essential.

About You
Essential Requirements
  • Qualified Solicitor of England & Wales
  • 5 years PQE in Corporate and Commercial law
  • Strong technical knowledge across corporate and commercial matters
  • Demonstrable client following and referral network
  • Ability to generate or maintain 10000 monthly billings
  • Commercially aware with excellent client relationship skills
  • Proven business development capability
  • Experience managing matters independently
Highly Desirable
  • Existing work in progress and transferable clients
  • Experience developing a practice area
  • Finance or banking transaction experience
  • Ambitions to progress into leadership or departmental management

Career Progression

This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer seeking more than a traditional fee-earning position.

Future Opportunities Include:
  • Clear route to Senior Associate and Leadership positions
  • Opportunity to build and develop your own client base within the firm
  • Greater autonomy and influence over business development strategy
  • Potential to develop a specialist practice area
  • Long-term progression within a growing London practice

Salary & Benefits
Remuneration
  • 70000 - 120000 OTE depending on experience following and billings
  • Competitive basic salary
  • Attractive fee-share arrangement
  • Uncapped bonus potential
  • Direct reward for business generated
Additional Benefits
  • Central London office location
  • Dedicated administrative and compliance support
  • Modern working environment
  • Ongoing professional development
  • Business development support
  • High-quality referral opportunities
  • Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
  • Genuine career progression opportunities

Why Apply

This role is ideal for a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer who:

  • Wants to be rewarded more effectively for their billings
  • Has an existing client following or referral network
  • Enjoys building long-term client relationships
  • Is seeking greater autonomy and progression
  • Wants to contribute to the growth of a forward-thinking law firm

Apply in Confidence

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity please contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch
H-FTS Legal Recruitment


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Alternatively submit your CV today for immediate consideration.

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Required Experience:

IC