Corporate Solicitor (2-4PQE)

Michael Page (UK); England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Guildford is seeking a technically strong Associate to join their corporate team. The role involves advising a diverse client base on corporate transactions, including M&A and private equity deals. Candidates should have 2-4 years of PQE and strong drafting skills. The firm offers a supportive environment with excellent growth opportunities, including a pension contribution and performance bonus.

Benefits

5% employer pension contribution

Discretionary profit share and performance bonus

Private medical insurance

Permanent health and life assurance

Travel cost contribution or parking reimbursement

Enhanced parental pay

Cash plan for everyday medical costs

Qualifications

• 2-4 years PQE in corporate law.
• Experience with mid-market M&A and corporate advisory work.
• Strong academic background.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on corporate transactions.
• Support clients in venture capital deals and joint ventures.
• Engage in cross-border transactions and share incentives.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Commercial awareness

Strong communication

Team player

Education

Relevant legal qualifications

Job description

• Opportunity for growth and development
• Top tier work

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious, award-winning law firm recognised in The Times Best Law Firms 2025 and shortlisted for multiple national legal awards. Known for its excellence, inclusive culture, and high-quality work, the firm offers a rare combination of City-calibre transactions and regional lifestyle.

Job Description

We're seeking a technically strong and commercially minded Associate to join a leading corporate team in Guildford. You'll advise a diverse client base—from FTSE 100 companies to high-growth ventures—on a broad range of matters including:

• Mid-market M&A (buy and sell side)
• Private equity and venture capital deals
• Corporate restructurings and rationalisations
• Joint ventures and shareholder agreements
• General corporate advisory work
• Cross-border transactions and inward investment
• Share incentives (in collaboration with employment and tax teams)

You'll be supported by a full-service team including specialists in tax, employment, pensions, real estate, banking, IP, and regulatory law. The team recently closed 30 deals in 30 days with a combined value of nearly £1bn, showcasing its exceptional transactional capability.

The Successful Applicant

We welcome applications from lawyers with 2‑4 years' PQE who are:

• Technically strong with excellent drafting skills
• Commercially aware and client‑focused
• Enthusiastic about a broad corporate practice
• Strong communicators and team players
• Academically accomplished with relevant experience
• Whether you’re coming from a City firm or a leading regional practice, this is a chance to step up and take on varied, challenging work in a supportive environment.

What’s on Offer

• 5% employer pension contribution
• Discretionary profit share and performance bonus
• Private medical insurance
• Permanent health and life assurance
• Travel cost contribution or parking reimbursement
• Enhanced parental pay
• Cash plan for everyday medical costs