Corporate Solicitor 3 PQE - Guildford

Corporate Solicitor Opportunity
Location: Guildford
Firm: Top-Tier Law Firm
Role: Corporate Solicitor
Experience Level: 3+ PQE

About the Firm:
This award-winning law firm is known for its high-quality Corporate team, offering top-tier expertise and depth of service that rivals City firms. Recognized consistently in leading independent directories, the firm is dedicated to continuous growth and welcomes applications from ambitious, personable, and technically skilled corporate lawyers throughout the year. The Corporate team is one of the premier practices in the South East outside of London, comprising eight partners and a strong team of over twenty experienced lawyers, including two professional support lawyers.

The Role and Responsibilities:
The Corporate team handles a diverse range of high-quality transactional and advisory work, including:

• Private M&A (both buy side and sell side)
• Private Equity (including management advisory and portfolio work)
• High-Growth Companies (shareholders agreements, articles, and equity fundraising)
• Corporate Reorganizations
• General Corporate Advisory Work
• Partnership Law
• Inward Investment and Cross-Border Transactions

Supported by a full spectrum of in-house specialists, including tax, employment, immigration, real estate, banking, regulatory, and intellectual property professionals, the Corporate team frequently collaborates on matters with international law firms, especially in Europe and the US. This enables them to serve a substantial client base that includes multinational corporations, household-name PLCs, mid-tier businesses, high-net-worth private clients, and high-growth companies. In the past year alone, the team has advised on transactions valued at approximately £3 billion.

Ideal Candidate:
The firm is interested in applications from solicitors who possess strong technical expertise, effective communication skills, and a client-centric approach. This role suits those who thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment and are eager to advance their careers with a leading regional firm.

Why Apply?
This position offers a competitive salary, exposure to complex corporate transactions, and significant client interaction. Joining this highly regarded Corporate team provides opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive, collaborative culture.

How to Apply:
Please apply as directed or confidentially contact Aidan McAvinue at Search Legal for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working a variety of other corporate opportunities with ranked teams in Surrey so would be interested to talk to any corporate lawyer.