Corporate Solicitor

Job Title: Corporate Solicitor (1-4 years PQE)Location: Southampton

Join Our Award-Winning Corporate Team.

We are seeking a talented Corporate Solicitor to join our dynamic Corporate team in Southampton. As part of our prestigious Corporate, Commercial & Finance department, you will be supported by a collaborative group of 10 fee earners, including four Partners, one Senior Associate, one Associate, and four Assistant Solicitors, alongside trainee support across our offices. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of one of the largest corporate law practises on the South Coast, renowned for its transactional work.

Why Join Us?

Our Corporate, Commercial & Finance department has been recognised as the Law Firm of the Year in the region and has recently been named one of The Times' Best Law Firms 2026. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our focus on delivering high-quality legal services to our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the team with various corporate matters, including corporate agreements, shareholders agreements, joint venture arrangements, share option work, family investment companies, and corporate reorganisations.
• Engage in a strong transactional focus, acting for serial acquirers, including private equity-backed firms, and participating in corporate disposals.
• Provide advice on non-transactional matters and coordinate due diligence input from specialist teams.
• Prepare company secretarial paperwork and manage relevant filings.
• Handle your own caseload while collaborating with team members on more complex matters.
• Participate in marketing and business development initiatives to enhance the department's visibility.
• Uphold the highest standards of professionalism, complying with the Office Manual and Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) requirements.
• Stay updated on legal developments and contribute to regular technical sessions within the team.

The Ideal Candidate:

• 1-4 years PQE in a corporate environment is preferred but not essential.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organised with a proactive and flexible approach.
• Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Commercially-minded with a keen interest in business dynamics.
• Accurate typing and data entry skills.
• A true team player willing to take ownership of tasks and be accountable for your work.

Rewards and Benefits:

At our organisation, we believe in supporting your growth and well-being, both professionally and personally. We offer a range of benefits designed to help you thrive and be the best version of yourself.

Ready to Make an Impact?

If you are a motivated Corporate Solicitor looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a supportive and high-performing environment, we want to hear from you.

Apply now to take the next step in your career and be part of our award-winning team.

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Join us and contribute to shaping the future of corporate law.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.