Corporate Solicitor

Corporate Lawyer (NQ - 5+ PQE) Legal 500 Firm Thames Valley

Location: Thames Valley (Newbury or Swindon)

Salary: Starting from £50,000 + benefits

Working Pattern: Full-time Hybrid (after initial onboarding)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Lawyer (NQ - 5+ PQE) to join a highly regarded Legal 500-ranked Corporate team within a growing and ambitious law firm in the Thames Valley.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a lawyer looking to gain strong exposure to high-quality corporate work, working closely with experienced partners on a broad mix of M&A transactions, management buyouts, company sales, shareholder agreements, equity fundraisings, and corporate reorganisations.

The team acts for a diverse client base ranging from start-ups and owner-managed businesses to listed companies, particularly across sectors including technology, IT and life sciences.

The role

You will play a key role within the Corporate team, advising clients on a wide range of corporate transactions and strategic matters. Responsibilities will include:

• Advising on M&A transactions, acquisitions and disposals
• Supporting management buyouts, founder exits and shareholder arrangements
• Working on joint ventures, investments (early stage through to private equity) and group reorganisations
• Assisting with corporate governance matters and partnership agreements
• Managing your own caseload while supporting senior lawyers on larger transactions
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to business development initiatives

This role offers genuine career progression, with opportunities to develop specialist expertise, increase responsibility and play a role in the continued growth of the firm's Business Team.

About you

• NQ - 5+ years' PQE with experience in corporate law
• Experience or exposure to M&A and corporate transactions
• Strong analytical, drafting and negotiation skills
• A proactive, detail-oriented approach
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced transactional environment

The opportunity

You will join a friendly, collaborative and ambitious team that places strong emphasis on mentoring, professional development and long-term career growth. The firm is known for its supportive culture and commitment to developing talented lawyers.

Benefits

• Competitive salary (starting from £50,000)
• Flexible leave policy
• Pension and life assurance
• Medical health cash plan
• Discount portal with Virtual GP and wellbeing tools
• Hybrid working available once established in the role
• Ongoing training and mentoring from experienced partners

If you're a Corporate Solicitor looking for stronger deal exposure within a Legal 500 team, this is an excellent opportunity to progress your career within a growing and highly regarded practice.

For a confidential discussion, get in touch to learn more.