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Corporate Solicitor 2 - 4 PQE - Cheltenham
Job summary
A leading law firm in Cheltenham seeks a Corporate Solicitor with 2-4 years PQE to join their dynamic team. This role offers exposure to high-profile transactions and the opportunity to work closely with experienced partners. The ideal candidate will possess strong commercial awareness and exceptional communication skills, contributing to client relationships and business development. The firm provides a market-leading salary and benefits package alongside genuine career development opportunities.
Benefits
Qualifications
- 2-4 PQE in corporate law.
- Strong understanding of corporate finance and private equity.
Responsibilities
- Advising clients on mergers, acquisitions, and IPOs.
- Drafting legal documents with precision.
- Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues.
Skills
Education
Corporate Solicitor 2 - 4 PQE - Cheltenham
Are you looking to advance your career in corporate law? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly regarded team at a Top 50 firm, advising clients at every stage of the business lifecycle. Working with experienced partners, you'll gain exposure to high-profile UK and cross-border transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, IPOs, and private placements.
The Role
As an Associate, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering expert legal advice while handling a varied and dynamic workload. Key responsibilities include:
- Advising clients on mergers, acquisitions, disposals, IPOs, and private placements
- Supporting private equity and investment transactions
- Managing cases across corporate finance, joint ventures, and securities offerings
- Drafting key legal documents with commercial precision and minimal supervision
- Developing strong relationships with clients, identifying opportunities for business growth
- Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues
Requirements
To be considered you will be an England and Wales qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with 2-4 PQE. The ideal candidate will have:
- A strong understanding of corporate finance, private equity, and transactional work
- Commercial awareness with exceptional communication skills
- A proactive approach, managing tasks efficiently under time pressures
- A collaborative mindset with confidence in working alongside senior professionals
- The ability to build lasting client relationships and drive business development
In return the firm are offering a market leading salary and benefits package as well as genuine opportunities for career development.
For confidential chat about this or the Cheltenham legal market in general, please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*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.*
* The salary benchmark is based on the target salaries of market leaders in their relevant sectors. It is intended to serve as a guide to help Premium Members assess open positions and to help in salary negotiations. The salary benchmark is not provided directly by the company, which could be significantly higher or lower.