Corporate Solicitor (1-4 PQE)

Corporate Solicitor (1-4 PQE)

Full-Time 45000 - 55000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support corporate transactions and gain hands-on experience in a dynamic legal environment.
  • Company: Join a forward-thinking firm with a collaborative culture and high-quality work.
  • Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, generous holidays, competitive salary, and healthcare benefits.
  • Other info: Opportunities for career growth and involvement in community initiatives.
  • Why this job: Make an impact in corporate law while developing your skills alongside experienced professionals.
  • Qualifications: Newly qualified Solicitor with a keen interest in corporate law and strong communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.

Your new role

This is an excellent opportunity for a Corporate Solicitor (around NQ-4 years' PQE, though this is flexible) to join a high‑performing corporate team based in the South. You will work alongside experienced Partners and fee‑earners, gaining exposure to a strong pipeline of transactional work and a diverse range of corporate matters. The role will involve supporting on share and asset acquisitions and disposals, shareholder and corporate governance arrangements, joint ventures, share options, reorganisations, and general company law matters. You will help coordinate due diligence, prepare company secretarial documents and filings, and provide support on both transactional and non‑transactional advisory work. As you develop within the team, you will take increasing ownership of your own matters and contribute to business development initiatives.

What you'll need to succeed

  • You will be a newly qualified Solicitor with experience or genuine interest in corporate law.
  • Prior exposure to corporate transactions is advantageous but not essential.
  • You will bring excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to stay organised in a fast‑paced environment.
  • A commercially minded approach, confidence using technology and enthusiasm for learning will be key.
  • You should be comfortable managing elements of your own workload while collaborating closely with colleagues across the department.
  • The team is looking for someone who is proactive, adaptable, and committed to delivering a high‑quality service.
  • A willingness to participate in marketing and business development activities will also be beneficial.

What you'll get in return

You will join a supportive and forward‑thinking firm that offers high‑quality work, genuine career development and a collaborative team environment. The firm promotes hybrid working, provides generous holiday allowances, and offers a competitive salary and bonus scheme, as well as healthcare benefits, social activities and opportunities to get involved in community and charitable initiatives.

What you need to do now

If you are interested in this opportunity or would like to discuss it further, please get in touch for a confidential conversation. If this role isn't quite right for you but you're exploring new opportunities in corporate law, we would still be happy to hear from you. We anticipate that a lawyer with 1-4 years' PQE will have the level of experience suited to this position, but we welcome applications from candidates outside this range who can demonstrate the necessary skills and potential.

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We think you need these skills to ace Corporate Solicitor (1-4 PQE)

Corporate Law
Transactional Work
Due Diligence
Company Secretarial Documents
Shareholder Arrangements
Corporate Governance
Joint Ventures