Corporate Solicitor

Company: Simpson Judge
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Job Title: Corporate Solicitor

Salary: circa £50,000 – £85,000 DOE & PQE + bonus.

Hours: Full time

Location: Southampton, hybrid after probation.

Job Reference: CWS453

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Handle a broad range of corporate transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, disposals, private equity investments, company reorganisations, and shareholder arrangements.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate corporate documents including share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, articles of association, and commercial contracts.
  • Provide advice on corporate governance and compliance matters.
  • Prepare and review loan documentation and security agreements, including personal guarantees.
  • Conduct due diligence exercises and prepare reports to assist clients with transactional decisions.
  • Support company secretarial matters such as share allotments, transfers, and filings.
  • Manage multiple client matters with attention to detail and to agreed deadlines.
  • Collaborate effectively within the team and engage with clients to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

  • Qualified solicitor with 2+ years post-qualification (England & Wales) experience in corporate law.
  • Experience in M&A, private equity transactions, and general corporate matters.
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills across a variety of corporate documents.
  • Ability to provide pragmatic advice tailored to client business needs.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Strong organisational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
  • Proactive approach and comfortable working independently and collaboratively.

IN RETURN

  • Hybrid working options to support flexibility and work-life balance.
  • Endless professional and personal development.
  • Modern law firm recognised for fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture with a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and employee wellbeing through innovative and holistic health initiatives.
  • Up to 30 days holiday + bank.
  • Private health.
  • Life assurance.
  • Discounted retail, health and professional services.
  • Many more.

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Posted: January 27th, 2026