Job Title: Senior Solicitor Department: Corporate and Commercial Salary: DOE, PQE and Following Hours: full time. Location: Newport - Remote Job Reference: CWS286OVERVIEW:We are seeking a senior solicitor, ideally at Legal Director or Partner level, to join a Legal 500-ranked Corporate and Commercial team. This role has become available as a high-performing consultant, who consistently bills six figures, is approaching retirement, creating a rare opportunity for an experienced lawyer to step into a leadership role and inherit a high-quality caseload within a growing practice.It''s an ideal opportunity for a commercially astute lawyer with a strong transactional background who values flexibility, autonomy, and is looking for genuine partnership progression - without the feel of being part of a corporate machine.The team advises on a wide range of matters including MandA, disposals, joint ventures, funding rounds, and commercial contracts, with clients ranging from SMEs and entrepreneurs to family businesses and investors across care, hospitality, tech, construction, and real estate.The firm offers a modern, collaborative culture, sophisticated work with HNW clients, flexible working, strong leadership support, and clear partnership prospects.DAY TO DAY Lead a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including MandA, restructurings, disposals, joint ventures, and shareholder agreements across multiple sectors. Provide strategic advice to a varied client base, includin