Organising Institution / Firm
Simpson Judge
Rolling Basis (Official)
Southampton, England, United Kingdom
Not Specified
Qualified solicitor in England & Wales; 2‑5 years post‑qualification experience (PQE) in corporate work (high‑calibre candidates outside this range may be considered); 2:1 degree or above preferred; experience across a wide range of corporate matters; commercially aware and proactive.
Contextual Overview
Simpson Judge, a mid‑market UK law firm, is hiring a Corporate Solicitor (Associate / Senior Associate) for its Southampton office. The role involves advising a diverse portfolio of UK and international corporate clients on a broad range of transactions.
Key Eligibility Criteria
- Qualified solicitor in England & Wales.
- 2‑5 years PQE in corporate work (exceptionally strong candidates outside this range may be considered).
- 2:1 degree or higher preferred.
- Demonstrated experience across corporate matters such as M&A, private equity, joint ventures, and corporate reorganisations.
Responsibilities & Scope of Work
- Private company mergers and acquisitions.
- Private equity and venture‑capital transactions.
- Management buy‑outs (MBOs) and buy‑ins (MBIs).
- Joint ventures and shareholder/investment agreements.
- Drafting articles of association and other constitutional documents.
- Corporate reorganisations, reconstructions, and de‑mergers.
- Public company transactions, including flotations and takeovers.
- Commercial lending, security arrangements, and business financing/refinancing.
Stipend, Compensation & Mode
Generous salary package with a market‑leading bonus scheme. Exact remuneration not disclosed.
Application Procedure & Required Documents
- Contact Sam Higgins directly (phone: ; email: ).
- Q: Is relocation to Southampton mandatory? A: The role is based in Southampton; candidates relocating are encouraged.
- Q: Can candidates with more than 5 years PQE apply? A: High‑calibre candidates outside the 2‑5 year range may be considered, potentially at a more senior level.
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