Corporate Solicitor

LR Legal Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working arrangements

Bonus scheme

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Job summary

LR Legal Recruitment is seeking a Corporate Solicitor with 4-8 PQE to join a Top 50 firm’s Guildford corporate team. You will handle a broad range of commercial and corporate matters and work with high-growth and VC-backed clients.

The role offers a competitive salary (£80,000-£120,000) with a bonus scheme, comprehensive benefits, and excellent hybrid working arrangements tailored to you. Hybrid working and clear progression paths are highlighted, with exposure to international organisations and

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 4-8 years' PQE.
• Strong corporate law experience gained within a reputable practice.
• Experience advising on M&A transactions and venture capital matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a busy caseload of corporate matters, working closely with partners, peers and junior lawyers across a full range of transactions.
• Advise on high-value and complex matters, including M&A transactions and VC matters.
• Play an active role in business development initiatives, including client pitches and relationship management.

Skills

Corporate law

M&A transactions

Venture capital

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Corporate Solicitor – 4-8 PQE £80,000 - £120,000 Guildford

A Top 50 firm, recognised as Top Tier in the Legal 500 directory, is looking to appoint a talented Senior Associate to join its Corporate team in Guildford.

The Role:

As a member of the Corporate team, you will advise clients on a broad range of commercial and corporate law matters. The client base ranges from start-ups and high-growth businesses through to established companies, including international organisations and venture capital-backed businesses. You will work across a diverse range of sectors and gain exposure to high-quality, varied work.

Key Duties:

• Manage a busy caseload of corporate matters, working closely with partners, peers and junior lawyers across a full range of transactions.
• Advise on high-value and complex matters, including M&A transactions, venture capital investments and general corporate advisory work.
• Play an active role in business development initiatives, including client pitches, networking events and relationship management.

Skills and Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor with 4-8 years' PQE.
• Strong corporate law experience gained within a reputable practice.
• Experience advising on M&A transactions and venture capital matters.

This firm offers an excellent opportunity to gain increased responsibility within a nationally recognised Top 50 practice, working on an interesting and highly desirable caseload. The culture is friendly, collaborative and flexible, with clear opportunities for progression and long-term career development.

In return, the firm offers a competitive salary, bonus scheme and comprehensive benefits package, available in full on request. They place a strong emphasis on work/life balance and offer excellent hybrid working arrangements, with flexibility tailored to the individual.