Corporate Solicitor (Hospitality & Leisure Sector)

Corporate Solicitor - Hospitality & Leisure Sector

Location: Basingstoke (Hybrid working available - 2-3 days in office) Job Type: Full-time Salary: £50-60,000 PA

Are you a confident and capable corporate solicitor looking to step into a role where your expertise will be valued and your autonomy respected? Due to continued growth and the winning of high-quality work from national clients, we're expanding our Corporate team and seeking a solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join us in Basingstoke.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of corporate matters, particularly within the hospitality and leisure sector, with no business development expectations. You'll be trusted to manage transactions independently and act as a key support for junior team members.

Join a Chambers-ranked team with a strong SME and hospitality sector focus!

What You'll Be Doing

Corporate Transactions & Advisory• Lead and manage M&A transactions, joint ventures, and restructures.• Advise clients on shareholder agreements, commercial contracts, and governance matters.• Provide strategic legal support to hospitality and leisure businesses.

Client & Team Support• Act as a go-to advisor for junior solicitors, offering guidance and oversight.• Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and reliable service.• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to deliver seamless client solutions.

General & Strategic Duties• Contribute to the development of internal processes and knowledge sharing.• Support the Head of Department and Partners as needed.• Ensure compliance and risk management across all matters.

What We're Looking For

• 2+ years PQE in corporate law, ideally with exposure to hospitality and leisure clients.• Proven ability to manage matters independently and confidently.• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.• A collaborative mindset and willingness to mentor junior colleagues.• Organised, commercially aware, and client-focused.

Ready to Apply?

If you're looking to join a forward-thinking firm where you'll work on exciting transactions and be part of a supportive, growing team, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.