Corporate Associate Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Legal 200 law firm is seeking a Corporate Senior Associate Solicitor for its new office in Bournemouth. This role involves leading the corporate legal team, handling various transactional matters, and developing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE in corporate law, with strong experience in M&A and private equity, and a proactive approach to business development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ PQE in corporate law.
• Strong background in M&A and PE-backed deals.
• Commercially aware and tech-savvy.

Responsibilities

• Help lead and grow the corporate legal team in Bournemouth.
• Handle a mix of transactional work – acquisitions, disposals, and restructures.
• Advise on non-transactional matters like shareholders' agreements.

Skills

Corporate law

M&A

Private equity

Business development

Client relationship management

Education

5+ years PQE

Job description

Location: Bournemouth/flexible hybrid working

My client is a leading Legal 200 law firm who is opening a new and exciting office in Bournemouth. It is looking for a Corporate Senior Associate Solicitor to help lead the growth of its new Bournemouth office, backed by our award-winning Corporate teams in other offices within the firm. If you’re experienced in corporate transactions, M&A and private equity and want to take ownership of building a practice, this is a rare opportunity to step up.

The Role:

• Help lead and grow the corporate legal team in Bournemouth
• Handle a mix of transactional work – acquisitions, disposals and restructures
• Advise on non-transactional matters like shareholders' agreements and share options
• Develop client relationships and drive business development
• Collaborate with a high-performing, regional team

About You:

• 5+ years’ PQE in corporate law
• Strong background in M&A, PE-backed deals and general corporate advisory
• Commercially aware, organised and tech-savvy
• Confident leading matters and mentoring others
• Great at building client trust and growing business

My client is eager to shortlist for interviews as soon as possible, so please contact me confidentially or send your CV to Chris Rodriguez by applying on-line.

(Please note that salary is just a guide).