We are recruiting for a family run, modern law firm with a commercial approach offering expert legal advice to individuals and businesses. The firm believes their clients deserve a first-class service and the firm delivers that A Bit About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Commercial Solicitor with 4 years PQE to join our team. In addition, you will be passionate about growing and developing our Commercial team and generating new business. Day to Day Responsibilities Building a good rapport with referrers and clients Giving clients confidence to instruct Backhouse to solve their problems Working on a varied caseload for our existing clients whilst establishing new client relationships within the local market Ability to lead (or support) the growth of a successful commercial department Working alongside the team to achieve monthly targets and KPIs Growing the Backhouse business – working with the rest of the team to develop new opportunities and communicating our message to attract new clients Let’s Talk About You It goes without saying that as a Solicitors practice, we have high professional standards to meet, and we expect the highest ethical standard from all our team. You will be required to have a flexible and positive approach to working in a busy and growing firm. Currently a Solicitor of 4 years PQE Experience in Corporate and Commercial matters Experience in management and business development is desirable but not essential as training will be provided Experience in M&As, corporate deals, shareholder agreements, management buy-ins/outs, restructuring, financing and general commercial work You have commercial acumen so you can understand the needs of business clients Excellent communication skills – confident, clear, articulate and welcoming You take pride in what you do and provide the highest level of client service A hard worker who wants to develop their legal career and progress quickly A team player Benefits & Perks Flexible/Hybrid working Pension scheme Professional training and personal development courses offered as needed Medicash – Health cash plan Team get-togethers Discounted parking with Q-Park Closed between Christmas and New Year Always an unhealthy amount of cake in the office kitchen Location and Working Hours Hours: Monday – Friday 9am – 5.30pm Location: Chelmsford or Leigh-On-Sea