Corporate Solicitor 2-8PQE

Simpson Judge; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A top law firm in Bristol is seeking a Corporate Solicitor with 2-8 years PQE to join their dynamic team. This role offers the chance to work on high-value corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, with opportunities for professional growth and flexible working arrangements. Ideal candidates will be proactive, with strong drafting skills and a commitment to career progression.

Benefits

Up to 27 days holiday

Enhanced maternity and paternity leave

Life assurance

Private medical and dental insurance

Gym discounts

Qualifications

• 2-8 years PQE in corporate law.
• Experience with high-value transactions.
• Proactive and self-motivated for career progression.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-value corporate matters including M&A and restructurings.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Advise on governance and compliance matters.
• Support cross-border transactions.
• Gain hands-on experience with senior partners.

Skills

Mergers and acquisitions

Corporate governance

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Drafting and negotiating agreements

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

• 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

BENEFITS - one of the best on the market
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 (url removed)