Corporate Solicitor

William James Recruitment; Newport; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £85,000

Bonus

Benefits package

Flexible working

Career progression

Job summary

William James Recruitment is seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join its Bristol office. With 2-6 years' PQE in corporate transactional work, you will advise on M&A, private equity and VC, draft shareholder agreements and help with growth advisory for ambitious clients.

This role offers up to £85,000 plus bonus and benefits, a modern flexible working environment, progression opportunities, and exposure to high-quality deal-driven work for tech, media and life sciences clients.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years' PQE in corporate transactional work
• Strong technical and commercial awareness
• Client-focused communicator with entrepreneurial mindset

Responsibilities

• Advising on a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A transactions
• Supporting on private equity and venture capital investments
• Drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements and joint venture arrangements
• Providing strategic corporate and growth advisory support to clients
• Managing matters from instruction through to completion, with appropriate supervision
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supporting business development activity and contributing to the growth of the Bristol team

Skills

Corporate transactions

Client relationship management

Business development

Team player

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Corporate Solicitor - Up to £85,000 + Bonus + Benefits - Bristol

A highly regarded regional law firm with a strong reputation for advising high-growth and entrepreneurial businesses is seeking a Corporate Solicitor to join its expanding Bristol office. With a focus on sectors including technology, media, life sciences and early-stage investment, this is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and dynamic practice.

The firm is recognised for working with ambitious founders, investors and fast-growth companies, offering exposure to high-quality, deal-driven work within a collaborative and modern environment.

The Role:

• Advising on a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A transactions
• Supporting on private equity and venture capital investments
• Drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements and joint venture arrangements
• Providing strategic corporate and growth advisory support to clients
• Managing matters from instruction through to completion, with appropriate supervision
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Supporting business development activity and contributing to the growth of the Bristol team

About You:

• 2-6 years' PQE Solicitor with solid experience in corporate transactional work
• Strong technical skills and commercial awareness
• Confident communicator with a client-focused approach
• Entrepreneurial mindset with an interest in business development
• Collaborative and proactive team player

Benefits:

• Salary up to £85,000 depending on experience
• Competitive overall benefits package
• High-quality, engaging work with entrepreneurial clients
• Supportive, modern and flexible working environment
• Clear opportunities for progression and career development