Job Description
About the Company
An established and highly regarded South Coast law firm is seeking a Corporate Solicitor (1–4 years PQE, flexibility considered) to join its award-winning Corporate, Commercial & Finance department based in Southampton.
About the Role
You will become part of a collaborative team with a strong transactional focus, advising a broad client base including owner-managed businesses, private equity-backed companies and serial acquirers.
Responsibilities
* Supporting on corporate agreements, shareholders’ agreements and joint ventures
* Advising on M&A transactions (acquisitions and disposals)
* Assisting with share option schemes, family investment companies and reorganisations
* Co-ordinating due diligence with specialist teams
* Drafting company secretarial documentation and filings
* Managing your own caseload (appropriate to experience)
* Contributing to business development initiatives
Qualifications
* 1–4 years’ PQE (guideline only)
* Corporate experience advantageous but not essential
Required Skills
* Strong organisational and time management skills
* Excellent written and verbal communication
* Commercial awareness and interest in business
* Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
* Proactive, accountable and team-focused
* Willing to embrace legal technology
Preferred Skills
* Corporate experience advantageous but not essential
Pay range and compensation 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
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