Corporate Solicitor - NQ to 4 PQE
Bournemouth (Hybrid Working Available)
Competitive Salary + Bonus + Excellent Benefits
Top-Tier Regional Firm | Career Growth Opportunity
A highly regarded and forward-thinking regional law firm is seeking a talented Corporate Solicitor (NQ-4 PQE) to join its award-winning Corporate team, as part of the continued growth of its Bournemouth office. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially focused lawyer to play a pivotal role in establishing and growing the firm's corporate offering in the local market, with the backing of experienced teams across its Hampshire offices.
The Opportunity
This role offers significant exposure to high-quality transactional work and the opportunity to build client relationships from day one. You'll be working alongside experienced corporate lawyers, gaining hands-on experience with entrepreneurial clients, private equity-backed businesses, and high-growth companies across a variety of sectors.
The Role
You will:
* Work on a variety of corporate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, reorganisations, and joint ventures
* Assist with drafting and negotiating shareholders' agreements, share option schemes, family investment companies and charters
* Coordinate due diligence input from other legal teams (e.g. commercial, employment, real estate)
* Prepare company secretarial documentation and filings
* Handle your own caseload where appropriate and contribute to larger deals
* Be involved in marketing and business development to help grow the Bournemouth office's client base
* Attend regular team technical sessions to keep up to date with legal developments
The Ideal Candidate
* Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with NQ-4 years' PQE
* Corporate law experience preferred but not essential - a strong interest in transactional work is key
* Commercially aware with a proactive, solution-focused mindset
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Highly organised, detail-oriented and comfortable managing competing deadlines
* Team player who enjoys collaboration and is keen to help build a growing office
* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office and legal IT systems
* Willing to take ownership of your work and drive matters forward
Why Apply?
* Work with a highly experienced Corporate team known for its technical strength and client service
* Strong focus on professional development and mentoring from senior colleagues
* Opportunity to help shape a growing presence in Bournemouth with real long-term potential
* Hybrid working and flexible arrangements to support work/life balance
* Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
* Friendly and inclusive culture with a focus on wellbeing and career satisfaction
* Excellent benefits including pension, healthcare, and ongoing training
For a confidential discussion, please contact Stephanie Richardson at Henderson Scott on 07584 104790.