Solicitor

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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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Southampton

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

10-03-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English