Corporate Solicitor

Trades Workforce Solutions; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join their Cambridge office. Candidates should have 1–3 years of PQE in corporate law, specifically in mergers and acquisitions. The role involves advising on complex transactions and managing due diligence projects, alongside drafting legal documents. The position offers a competitive salary of £48,000–£60,000 and numerous benefits, including flexible working arrangements, private healthcare, and career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays

Private Healthcare

Pension Scheme

Staff Profit Share

Life Assurance

Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave

Subsidised gym membership

Qualifications

• 1–3 years’ PQE in corporate law, particularly mergers and acquisitions.
• Experience supporting senior lawyers in corporate matters.
• Knowledge of recent developments in corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex corporate transactions including investments and acquisitions.
• Manage disclosure and due diligence for transactions.
• Draft and review legal documentation.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Experience in corporate mergers and acquisitions

Strong communication and client relationship skills

Technical proficiency in transaction management

Organizational skills

Job description

Corporate Solicitor

Location: Cambridge

Salary: £48,000–£60,000 + Excellent Career Progression

Shape the Future of Corporate Law with a Leading Team

Are you a qualified solicitor eager to advance your corporate law career in a dynamic, collaborative environment?

Our client, a respected and expanding law firm, is seeking two Corporate Solicitors (1–3 years’ PQE) to join their Cambridge office. This is your chance to work on high-value, complex transactions with a supportive team, clear career progression, and a strong focus on professional development.

The Role: Key Responsibilities

• Advise on complex corporate transactions including investments, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and restructurings
• Support partners and senior fee earners across the firmwide Corporate Team
• Manage disclosure and due diligence exercises, deal datarooms, and transaction documentation
• Draft, review, and execute legal documents (SPA, APA, Investment Agreements, ancillary documents)
• Prepare transaction bibles and coordinate completion logistics
• Undertake research projects using knowhow resources
• Engage directly with clients, demonstrating strong interpersonal and commercial awareness

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 1–3 years’ PQE in corporate mergers and acquisitions
• Proven experience supporting senior lawyers on a range of corporate matters
• Technical proficiency in transaction management, disclosure, due diligence, and document drafting
• Up-to-date knowledge of corporate law and recent developments
• Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
• Experience in private equity, venture capital, capital markets, or reorganisations is advantageous but not essential

Benefits & Working Environment

• Competitive salary: £48,000–£60,000 (depending on experience)
• 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays, with additional long-service awards
• Private Healthcare following probation
• Pension Scheme (5% employer/5% employee)
• Staff Profit Share and Individual Performance Bonus
• Life Assurance (4x salary) & Permanent Health Insurance
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Subsidised gym membership & electric car scheme
• Agile/Hybrid Working Policy
• Dress for your Day Policy
• Supportive, inclusive culture committed to development and wellbeing

Career Progression

• Clear, structured career development within a growing and ambitious Corporate Team
• Opportunities to specialise in sectors aligned with your interests and expertise

How to Apply

Ready to take the next step in your corporate law career? Please send your CV to David Hawthorne-Finch ([e-mail]) quoting reference ‘Corporate Solicitor – Cambridge’.

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.