Corporate Solicitor - 1+ PQE

2025; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic law firm is seeking a Corporate Lawyer with 2+ years of PQE to join their Business Team. Candidates will handle corporate law matters, including M&A and private equity transactions, in a collaborative environment. The role offers a competitive salary, flexible office location options, and a comprehensive benefits package, including a flexible leave policy and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible leave policy

Pension scheme

Life assurance

Medical health cash plan

Discount portal with Virtual GP & wellbeing tools

Qualifications

• A qualified solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE in corporate law.
• Experience in handling M&A, private equity transactions, and corporate governance matters.
• Strong technical skills with excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Advise business owners on corporate law matters.
• Manage own caseload and support senior team members.
• Engage in business development activities.

Skills

Corporate law expertise

Mergers and acquisitions

Private equity transactions

Corporate governance

Business development

Education

Qualified solicitor

Minimum 2 years’ PQE

Job description

Corporate Lawyer – Thriving Thames Valley Firm

Are you a Corporate Lawyer looking to take the next step in your career? A dynamic and award-winning law firm, with a strong presence across the Thames Valley, is seeking a talented Corporate Solicitor to join its highly regarded Business Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a driven individual with 2+ years’ PQE to work on high-quality corporate matters while enjoying a supportive and forward-thinking environment.

The Firm: Recognised for its innovative and client-focused approach, this firm has been expanding significantly in recent years. Recently awarded “2024 Law Firm of the Year” by LawNet, it provides high-calibre legal services to businesses and individuals across a range of practice areas, including Corporate, Commercial, Real Estate, Litigation, Family, Wills, Probate & Estate Planning, and Conveyancing.

The Role: As part of a collaborative and ambitious team, you will advise business owners, corporates, and entrepreneurs on a wide range of corporate law matters. Your work will span across various sectors, including IT, technology, and life sciences, handling matters such as:

• Mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including buying and selling businesses
• Management buyouts and founder exits
• Shareholders’ agreements and joint ventures
• Early-stage investments to private equity deals
• Group reorganisations and corporate governance
• Partnership agreements

You will be expected to manage your own caseload, support senior team members on complex transactions, and actively engage in business development to grow both your own and the firm’s network.

The Candidate:

• A qualified solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE in corporate law
• Experience in handling M&A, private equity transactions, and corporate governance matters
• Strong technical skills with excellent attention to detail
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong team player with the ability to build lasting relationships with clients and colleagues
• Confident in business development and eager to contribute to the growth of the firm

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Choice of office location: Newbury, Maidenhead, or Swindon
• Standard working hours: 9.00am - 5.30pm
• Excellent benefits package, including:
• Flexible leave policy
• Pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Medical health cash plan
• Discount portal with Virtual GP & wellbeing tools

This firm is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. If you’re looking to join a firm that values collaboration, innovation, and professional development, we’d love to hear from you.

Don’t miss this chance to join a forward-thinking firm and take your corporate law career to the next level!