An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Corporate and Commercial Solicitor to lead the department at an award-winning, cutting-edge firm in Leeds. This role offers high-calibre work within a unique and forward-thinking environment.
The Role
As Head of Corporate and Commercial, you will lead a high-performing legal team, managing complex corporate and commercial matters across multiple industries, particularly within logistics and insurance. This is a senior leadership role that offers the opportunity to shape the direction of the team, advise high-value clients, and play a key role in business development and strategic growth.
What’s in it for you?
Competitive Package: A salary and benefits package tailored to reflect your expertise and leadership responsibilities.
Strategic Leadership Role: Influence the future of the corporate and commercial offering within a highly reputable firm.
Career Growth: Ongoing professional development and opportunities to grow your profile through thought leadership.
Work Life balance - Hybrid working model in place and this firm expects that its lawyers will enjoy a good work/life balance and not be working all hours.
Key responsibilities
Lead and mentor a team of corporate and commercial Solicitors, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
Manage complex M&A, joint ventures, and corporate restructures from start to finish.
Oversee and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts including supply, licensing, and strategic partnerships.
Advise clients on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and risk management across various legal frameworks.
Act as a trusted advisor, building and maintaining long-term client relationships.
Drive business development initiatives, contribute to the firm’s reputation through networking, and participate in industry events.
About you
The ideal candidate will be confident, driven, and ready to lead with both strategic insight and hands-on legal expertise. You will have:
A minimum of 6 years’ PQE in corporate and commercial law.
Extensive experience in M&A, commercial contracts, regulatory matters, and managing complex corporate transactions.
Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development experience.
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
A commercial mindset with a proven track record of business development and client relationship management.
An entrepreneurial spirit and the ability to identify growth opportunities within the legal market.
Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary level purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
How to Apply: To hear more about the Corporate and Commercial Solicitor role in Leeds, please contact Rachel Birkinshaw on 0113 467 9795....Read more...
We are seeking a motivated Marine Assurance Officer to join our Fleet Service team at Fugro. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual looking to advance their career within the evolving Geo-data industry.
As a Marine Assurance Officer at Fugro, you will serve as an independent advisor and coach to both the Company and its vessels on matters related to QHSSE (Quality, Health, Safety, Security, and Environment) and marine operations. You will be responsible for monitoring and ensuring compliance with the Company’s internal standards, as well as verifying that all vessels adhere to applicable international regulations and industry best practices.
Within Fugro the Marine Assurance Officer is reporting both to the Regional Fleet Manager (Functional) and the Global QHSSE Manager (Hierarchical). You will closely collaborate with the vessels assigned and the relevant departments in the organization, e.g. Crewing, management, fleet development etc. You will support the teams and ensure full compliance with Class-, Flag and QHSSE standards and requirements.
This is a 12-month fixed-term contract, based on a 37.5-hour work week. The role follows a hybrid working model, with three days in the office and two days working from home.
Every role here at Fugro plays a vital part in the success, safety, and growth of our business and our staff, and you, as a Marine Assurance Officer are no different.
Your role and responsibilities:
Oversees document control, KPI compliance, audit close-outs, and procedure updates. Delivers IMS training and ensures quality of reports and observations.
Coaches staff on safety systems, conducts audits and inspections, investigates incidents, and ensures compliance with ISM, ISPS, MLC, and ISO standards.
Maintains ship security plans, develops annual QHSSE plans, and reviews project execution plans for compliance.
Leads safety and quality improvement initiatives and campaigns.
Follows IMS procedures, reports incidents, and actively engages in safety programs.
What you’ll need to thrive in this role:
Bachelor's degree in a higher technical education or Maritime Education and experience as a certified Ship’s Officer.
Previous sailing experience on vessels as a navigational officer and previous shore-basedexperience overseeing the QHSSE and/or operations of offshore and/or subsea vessels.
Must hold a Nebosh General Certificate and have completed the ISO14001:2015 Auditor course
Sound knowledge of international maritime regulations and industry standards and QHSSEpractices.
An excellent communicator (verbally and written) with a positive attitude, growth mindset and people skills.
About Us
Who we are Do you want to join our Geo-data revolution? Fugro’s global reach and unique know-how will put the world at your fingertips. Our love of exploration and technical expertise help us to provide our clients with invaluable insights. We source and make sense of the most relevant Geo-data for their needs, so they can design, build and operate their assets more safely, sustainably and efficiently. But we’re always looking for new talent to take the next step with us. For bright minds who enjoy meaningful work and want to push our pioneering spirit further. For individuals who can take the initiative, but work well within a team.
What we offer
Fugro provides a positive work environment as well as projects that will satisfy the most curious minds. We also offer great opportunities to stretch and develop yourself. By giving you the freedom to grow faster, we think you’ll be able to do what you do best, better. Which should help us to find fresh ways to get to know the earth better. We encourage you to be yourself at Fugro. So bring your energy and enthusiasm, your keen eye and can-do attitude. But bring your questions and opinions too. Because to be the world’s leading Geo-data specialist, we need the strength in depth that comes from a diverse, driven team.
Our view on diversity, equity and inclusion
At Fugro, our people are our superpower. Their variety of viewpoints, experiences, knowledge and talents give us collective strength. Distinctive beliefs and diverse backgrounds are therefore welcome, but discrimination, harassment, inappropriate behaviour and unfair treatment are not. Everybody is to be well-supported and treated fairly. And everyone must be valued and have their voice heard. Crucially, we believe that getting this right brings a sense of belonging, of safety and acceptance, that makes us feel more connected to Fugro’s purpose ‘together we create a safe and liveable world’ – and to each other.
Benefits of joining our team
Extensive career & training opportunities both nationally and internationally.
Competitive salary
Contributory pension scheme
Flexible working hours and the potential to work 2 days a week from home in accordance with your manager and corporate policies
Private medical insurance
Health cash plan
Group life assurance
Group income protection
Electric car scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Discounted gym membership
Discounts platform
The Fugro Card (pre-paid virtual visa card, which earns cash back automatically when money is spent at any participating retailers)
Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Long service awards
Fugro values awards
Employee referral bonus scheme
Disclaimer for recruitment agencies:
Fugro does not accept any unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies. Acquisition to Fugro Recruitment or any Fugro employee is not appreciatedApply for this ad Online!....Read more...
