Solicitor - Corporate

  • Modus Talent
  • Bournemouth, Dorset
  • Feb 17, 2026
Full time Legal

Job Description

SOLICITOR (CORPORATE) Competitive Salary + Bonus Bournemouth Hybrid Working, Healthcare, Generous Holiday

The Job

A leading South Coast law firm is seeking a Solicitor (0 4 years PQE) to join its award-winning Corporate team as part of the launch and development of its new Bournemouth office.
This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in establishing and growing the firm s corporate presence in Bournemouth, supported by well-established teams in Winchester and Southampton. The role has a strong focus on transactional corporate work, offering exposure to high-quality matters and ambitious clients.
Key responsibilities include:
  • Supporting the team on corporate agreements, shareholders agreements and joint ventures
  • Advising on share option schemes, family investment companies and corporate reorganisations
  • Acting on acquisitions and disposals, including working with serial acquirers and private equity-backed businesses
  • Co-ordinating due diligence with specialist teams
  • Preparing company secretarial documentation and filings
  • Managing your own caseload (appropriate to experience)
  • Engaging in marketing and business development activities to help grow the Bournemouth office
  • Participating in technical training and keeping up to date with legal developments
This is a rare opportunity to combine high-quality transactional work with the chance to contribute to the growth of a new office.

The Candidate
  • 0 4 years PQE (guideline only)
  • Corporate experience advantageous but not essential
  • Commercially minded with a genuine interest in transactional work
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Highly organised with strong attention to detail
  • Accurate drafting and administrative skills
  • Proactive, flexible and accountable
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
  • A collaborative team player with ambition to develop

The Package
  • Competitive salary
  • Bonus scheme
  • Hybrid working
  • Clear career progression pathway
  • Generous holiday allowance
  • Healthcare provision
  • City centre office location
  • Active social and charity initiatives

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