SENIOR ASSOCIATE / PARTNER (CORPORATE) – Competitive Salary Bonus – Bournemouth – Hybrid Working, Healthcare, Generous Holiday The Job A leading South Coast law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Solicitor or Partner to join its award-winning Corporate team as part of the launch and growth of its new Bournemouth office. This is a senior-level opportunity to play a pivotal role in establishing and building a corporate practice in Bournemouth, supported by well-established and highly regarded teams in Winchester and Southampton. The wider team is recognised regionally for excellence in corporate finance and transactional work. The role has a strong focus on transactional matters, particularly acting for serial acquirers and private equity-backed businesses operating buy-and-build strategies, as well as corporate disposals. Key responsibilities include: Helping to establish and grow the corporate offering in the Bournemouth office Leading on acquisitions and disposals Supporting non-transactional corporate matters including shareholders’ agreements, share option schemes and restructurings Managing your own caseload and collaborating with colleagues across offices Actively driving marketing and business development activity Delegating and supervising work where appropriate Advising on legal procedures and associated corporate issues Maintaining compliance with professional and regulatory standards Recording chargeable hours and managing financial performance Keeping up to date with legal developments This is a rare opportunity for a commercially driven corporate lawyer to combine high-quality work with genuine leadership and growth potential. The Candidate Significant corporate law experience (Senior Associate or Partner level) Strong background in transactional corporate work Proven business development capability Commercially astute with a strategic mindset Highly organised with strong financial awareness Excellent written and verbal communication skills Proactive, flexible and accountable Strong IT skills including Microsoft Office A collaborative team player with leadership qualities The Package Competitive salary Bonus scheme Hybrid working Clear career progression pathway Generous holiday allowance Healthcare provision City centre office location Active social and charity initiatives Stay up to date with the latest opportunities from Modus Talent by registering on our website: (url removed) and following us on LinkedIn. Modus Talent is a specialist recruitment consultancy focused on delivering high-quality permanent recruitment solutions across professional and commercial functions. We work closely with businesses to support hires across finance, business support, sales, marketing, operations and leadership roles, partnering with clients on both individual appointments and long-term hiring strategies. Our approach is methodical, consultative and tailored — offering more than just CVs. Our services include bespoke recruitment solutions, targeted search and selection, candidate profiling, market insight, and end-to-end recruitment support designed to create lasting placements for both clients and candidates. To find out how Modus Talent can support your next career move or help you secure the right hire for your business, please visit (url removed) or contact our team on (phone number removed) to arrange a confidential conversation