Job Title: Corporate Solicitor ~ 10PQE
Salary: £95,000 - £120,000 DOE
Hours: Full Time
Location: Bristol | hybrid | 3 days in the office a week

Job Reference: CWS555

We are seeking a senior corporate solicitor with 10+ years’ PQE to join our boutique law firm’s corporate transactions team. This role is ideal for an ambitious solicitor ready to step into a director-level position, with a clear path toward partnership in the near future. You will work on high-value M&A, private equity, joint ventures, and complex corporate restructurings, providing hands-on advice while developing leadership and business development skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES
* Lead and manage corporate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, and private equity investments.
* Draft, negotiate, and review transaction documents, including share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, and subscription agreements.
* Advise clients on strategic, commercial, and corporate governance matters, translating business objectives into practical legal solutions.
* Mentor and support junior lawyers, contributing to their professional development.
* Work closely with senior partners and external specialists to deliver high-quality, client-focused advice.
* Build client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives, preparing for a future leadership role.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:
* Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with 10+ years’ PQE in corporate law.
* Strong experience in M&A, private equity, joint ventures, or complex corporate transactions.
* Proven track record in leading deals, managing clients, and mentoring junior lawyers.
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and commercial advisory skills.
* Ambitious and motivated to progress into a director or partner role in the near future.
* Strong business development and networking capabilities.

For more details please contact: cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk or apply below