Simpson Judge
Corporate NQ/Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate
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Corporate NQ/Solicitor/Associate/Senior Associate
Corporate NQ / Solicitor / Associate / Senior Associate – Corporate Location: Southampton
A leading UK law firm with a strong reputation in the mid-market is seeking a talented Corporate NQ/Solicitor/Associate/ Senior Associate to join its growing Corporate & Commercial team in Southampton. The firm is known for delivering high-quality legal advice across a wide range of practice areas, combining technical excellence with a collaborative and client-focused approach.
The Corporate & Commercial team advises a diverse portfolio of UK and international clients, ranging from high-growth start-ups and scale-ups to established and listed companies. Many members of the team bring experience from leading city firms, offering top-tier work within a supportive, friendly, and collegiate environment.
The Role
This position offers exposure to a varied and high-quality workload, including: Private company mergers and acquisitions Private equity and venture capital transactions Management buyouts (MBOs) and buy-ins (MBIs) Joint ventures and shareholder/investment agreements Drafting articles of association and other constitutional documents Corporate reorganisations, reconstructions, and demergers
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You will also have the opportunity to work on more complex and high-value matters such as: Public company transactions, including flotations and takeovers Commercial lending, security arrangements, and business financing/refinancing
The team works with a broad client base, including acquirers, private equity and venture capital funds, founders, management teams, and lenders, and has a strong track record advising on significant regional transactions.
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This opportunity would suit a Solicitor, Associate, or Senior Associate who is: Qualified in England & Wales Strong academically (2:1 degree or above preferred) Ideally 1–3 years’ PQE, although high-calibre candidates outside this range will be considered including candidates at NQ level or at a more senior level. Experienced within a corporate team and confident across a wide range of corporate matters Commercially aware, proactive, and keen to develop their career within a high-performing team
This role is particularly well suited to candidates seeking a move from a larger regional or national firm, or those looking to relocate to Southampton and work on high-quality transactions within a supportive and ambitious environment.
Please contact Sam Higgins at Simpson Judge for further information about this role.
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