Senior Corporate Solicitor/Legal Director

Chadwick Nott; Reading; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Reading is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Solicitor/Legal Director to join its market-leading corporate team. The role involves advising on M&A and restructuring transactions, with a strong emphasis on client management and cross-departmental collaboration. Candidates should have 8+ years PQE in corporate law, offering a fantastic opportunity for progression within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Experience in M&A and restructuring transactions.
• Strong client management and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Join a leading regional firm as a Corporate Solicitor.
• Advise on M&A and restructuring transactions.
• Collaborate with highly regarded colleagues across departments.

Skills

Corporate Law

M&A transactions

Restructuring

Client management

Job description

Overview

Job title: Senior Corporate Solicitor/Legal Director

Location: Reading

Salary: £75k-£95k - depending on experience

PQE Level: 8+

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: Full-time

A great opportunity has arisen for a highly experienced Corporate Solicitor to join a leading regional firm and its market-leading corporate team.

The corporate practice is widely recognised for its expertise in M&A and restructuring transactions, typically valued between £3m and £30m, with the capability to advise on both smaller and larger projects across the UK and internationally. Clients range from owner-managed businesses through to large corporates, with instructions generated from a long-established network of referrals, recommendations, and professional contacts.

Working alongside highly regarded colleagues, you will benefit from genuine cross-departmental collaboration, ensuring clients receive a seamless and commercially focused service. The firm offers both flexibility and work-life balance, while providing a platform for progression and autonomy. Overall, for a senior lawyer seeking to make a role their own within a respected, ambitious practice, this represents a standout opportunity.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Berkshire or the Southeast in general, please do get in touch with Will Webster at Chadwick Nott:

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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, 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.