Corporate Solicitor (NQ +), Southampton £60,000+

Motus; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Southampton is seeking a Corporate Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE) to join its esteemed corporate team. This role offers high-quality city-level work with exposure to complex transactions like M&A and private equity. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors or junior solicitors with ambition to develop within a strong team. Enjoy an accelerated career path while benefiting from a regional base. Contact Joe Davy-Taylor for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with a corporate seat.
• Ambition to develop within a high-performing team.
• Drive to take responsibility early.

Responsibilities

• Involvement in complex, high-value transactions.
• Advising on mid-market M&A and private equity.
• Working closely with a Legal 500-ranked partner.

Skills

Corporate law knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

Corporate Solicitor (NQ–2 PQE+)

Southampton

****City-Quality Corporate Work in the Regions****

A new opportunity for an ambitious newly qualified or junior corporate solicitor looking to build a first-class corporate career outside London, without compromising on the quality of work, training, or deal exposure.

This leading law firm is home to one of the most highly regarded corporate teams on the South Coast and is now looking to strengthen its Southampton practice. The team delivers city-quality transactions, advising on sophisticated deals for clients ranging from high-growth start-ups to established national and international businesses, with transaction values frequently reaching £20m+.

The Work

You will be exposed early to complex, high-value transactions across:

• Mid-market M&A
• Private equity and growth capital
• Management buy-outs and buy-ins
• Joint ventures and restructurings
• Corporate finance
• Strategic advisory work

The role offers hands‑on involvement from day one, working closely with a Legal 500‑ranked partner and a technically strong, collaborative team that places real emphasis on developing junior lawyers.

You

This role will suit:

• A qualified solicitor with at least one corporate seat,
• or a junior corporate solicitor up to c.2 PQE,
• Applications from strong candidates outside these parameters will be considered.
• Clear ambition to develop as a corporate lawyer within a high‑performing team
• The drive to take responsibility early and progress quickly

This is an excellent platform for a driven junior solicitor looking to accelerate their corporate career while enjoying the benefits of a regional base.

For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Joe Davy‑Taylor on 07808 522 727 or email [e-mail].