Senior Corporate Solicitor – Guildford

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is recruiting a Senior Corporate Solicitor for a UK Top 50 firm in Guildford. You will handle high-value corporate work, including M&A, private equity and capital markets, with exposure to blue-chip clients and SMEs.

You will progress within a supportive team, benefit from strong formal development, and work on sophisticated matters that drive growth in the Southeast.

Qualifications

• PQE of 5+ years in corporate law.
• Experience handling high-value M&A transactions, private equity and capital markets.
• Ability to manage own matters and support experienced partners.

Responsibilities

• Advise on mid-to-high value corporate transactions including M&A, PE and public/private market work.
• Manage own matters end-to-end and coordinate with partners on complex deals.
• Collaborate with blue-chip clients and growing businesses to deliver top-tier outcomes.

Skills

M&A

Private equity

Capital markets

Job description

Job title: Senior Corporate Solicitor
Location: Guildford
Salary: £80k-£120k – depending on experience
PQE Level: 5+
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

Our client is a UK Top 50 firm with an outstanding reputation across the UK. This opportunity sits within a forward-thinking and highly regarded corporate team, offering exposure to a broad range of work including M&A, private equity, and capital markets.

This role presents an excellent platform for career development, providing the chance to advise a diverse client base spanning blue-chip organisations, SMEs, and high-growth businesses. You will be involved in complex, high-value transactions, managing your own matters while also supporting experienced partners.

The firm offers strong support, clear progression prospects, a competitive salary and benefits package, and the opportunity to work and collaborate on some of the highest-quality matters in the Southeast.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £80000 – £120000 per annum
Location: Guildford, Surrey