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Job Title: Corporate SolicitorSalary: circa £50,000 – £85,000 DOE & PQE + bonus.Hours: Full timeLocation: Southampton, hybrid after probation.Job Reference: CWS453Join a top tier law firm based in Southampton with a strong corporate team advising a wide range of clients, including owner-managed businesses, SMEs, private equity investors, and larger organisations. They are seeking a skilled Corporate Solicitor to join their team to work on varied corporate and commercial transactions, including M&A, private equity deals, reorganisations, and corporate governance matters.RESPONSIBILITIES* Handle a broad range of corporate transactions such as mergers and acquisitions, disposals, private equity investments, company reorganisations, and shareholder arrangements.* Draft, review, and negotiate corporate documents including share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, articles of association, and commercial contracts.* Provide advice on corporate governance and compliance matters.* Prepare and review loan documentation and security agreements, including personal guarantees.* Conduct due diligence exercises and prepare reports to assist clients with transactional decisions.* Support company secretarial matters such as share allotments, transfers, and filings.* Manage multiple client matters with attention to detail and to agreed deadlines.* Collaborate effectively within the team and engage with clients to provide practical, business-focused legal advice.REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:* Qualified solicitor with 2+ years post-qualification (England & Wales) experience in corporate law* Experience in M&A, private equity transactions, and general corporate matters.* Strong drafting and negotiation skills across a variety of corporate documents.* Ability to provide pragmatic advice tailored to client business needs.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.* Strong organisational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple cases simultaneously.* Proactive approach and comfortable working independently and collaboratively.IN RETURN:* Hybrid working options to support flexibility and work-life balance.* Endless professional and personal development* Modern Law firm recognised for fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture with a strong commitment to diversity, equality, and employee wellbeing through innovative and holistic health initiatives.* Up to 30 days holiday + bank.* Private health* Life assurance* Discounted retail, health and professional services* Many moreFor more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk