Job Title: 3-5 PQE Corporate Solicitor – Top-Tier Corporate Law Team
Location: Birmingham (Local candidates or those willing to relocate)
Salary: Competitive + Benefits
Our Client: We are working on behalf of a leading national law firm that is renowned for its top-tier Corporate team. Our client is seeking a driven and talented Corporate Solicitor with 3-5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to join its highly respected Corporate department. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor seeking to work on high-value, complex M&A transactions, reorganisations, and private equity (PE) work, with a focus on high-profile and cross-border matters.
The Role: As a Corporate Solicitor in this prestigious team, you will have the opportunity to handle a wide range of high-value corporate transactions. You will be joining a team that are working on deals with values approaching £1 billion and assisting on matters with values starting at £3.5 million.
You will be entrusted with a mix of work, allowing you to build a strong skill set across all aspects of corporate law. Your duties will include supporting senior lawyers on complex transactions and also handling more “straightforward” matters autonomously. The firm is looking for someone who is ambitious, commercially aware, and capable of achieving 1500 billable hours per year.
The Ideal Candidate:
* 3-5 years PQE with experience gained within a national or international corporate team.
* Excellent technical skills, with experience in M&A, reorganisations, and private equity work.
* Proven ability to handle high-value matters, both independently and as part of a team.
* Strong client management and relationship-building skills.
* Ability to achieve 1500 billable hours per year.
* Based locally in the Birmingham area or willing to relocate.
* Looking for a long-term career in Birmingham and not seeking to move to London in the near future.
Why Join This Firm?
* Work with a highly regarded corporate team on cutting-edge matters.
* Exceptional training and development opportunities.
* High level of responsibility, including client contact and leading transactions.
* Fantastic work-life balance and competitive salary.
* Clear career progression within a firm that values long-term growth and stability.
If you’re a dynamic and driven Corporate Solicitor looking to progress your career within a leading national firm, we would love to hear from you.
To Apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience to Stephan.kuhn@simpsonjudge.co.uk and then be ready for a call to progress your application further if you match the criteria above.
This is a rare opportunity for a highly motivated corporate lawyer to build their career within a supportive and dynamic environment. If you are looking to work on high-value corporate deals while enjoying the lifestyle and benefits of being based in Birmingham, apply today!