Corporate Solicitor 2-8PQE

Simpson Judge; Hounslow; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in the UK is seeking a skilled Corporate Solicitor with 2-8 years of PQE to join their dynamic team. The role offers flexible hybrid working arrangements and involves managing high-value corporate matters including mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate will be proactive, self-motivated, and committed to career progression. Competitive salary and generous benefits package including enhanced parental leave and private health insurance.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced employer pension contributions

Private medical and dental insurance

Qualifications

• 2-8 years of PQE in corporate law.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions.
• Proactive and self-motivated attitude.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex corporate matters like mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Advise on corporate governance and compliance.

Skills

Corporate governance

Commercial awareness

Drafting and negotiating agreements

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Overview

Corporate Solicitor 2-8 PQE. Salary: Up to £90,000. Location: Bristol | hybrid 2 in the office 3 from home flexible. Hours: Full time. Top Ranked Legal 500 firm.

We are seeking a skilled corporate solicitor to join a dynamic team handling high-value, complex corporate matters. This role offers exposure to a wide range of transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity deals, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings, with opportunities for professional growth, hands-on experience, and clear career progression in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide range of high-value, complex corporate matters, including mergers, acquisitions, takeovers, and restructurings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, providing strategic solutions for clients across joint ventures, financing, and shareholder arrangements.
• Advise on corporate governance, company secretarial matters, and compliance with regulatory and listing requirements.
• Support cross-border transactions and provide guidance on partnerships, LLPs, and professional practice structures.
• Gain hands-on experience with senior partners on high-value deals while following a clear career progression toward senior roles and potential partnership.
• Thrive in a dynamic, supportive team environment with mentorship, professional development, and flexible working arrangements.

Experience Required / Qualifications

• Qualifeid Solicitor or equivalent (England & Wales) with 2-8 years PQE in corporate law.
• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, corporate restructurings, or private equity transactions.
• Skilled in drafting and negotiating commercial agreements.
• Strong commercial awareness, communication skills, and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and committed to career progression.

Benefits

• Up to 27 days holiday + bank + option to buy and sell + special occasion leave (birthday/wedding etc).
• Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave.
• Enhanced employer pension contribution.
• Life assurance.
• Private medical and dental insurance + Healthcare cashplan + income protection.
• Various other perks and discounts including legal services, gym discounts, shops, season tickets etc.
• Many more.

If you are interested in hearing more about this opportunity or others available, apply below or email cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpson (url removed)