Overview
Corporate Senior Associate or Partner – Bournemouth
Chadwick Nott are delighted to be assisting an award-winning firm who are seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Associate Solicitor or Partner to spearhead the development of their corporate team in their new Bournemouth. With support from the established offices nearby, this is a unique opportunity to contribute to one of the South Coast’s leading corporate law practices, known for its award-winning team and client-focused approach.
Your Responsibilities
In this pivotal role, you will:
- Lead the development of the corporate practice at the Bournemouth office.
- Focus on transactional corporate work, including acquisitions, often within PE-backed buy-and-build strategies, and handling disposals.
- Advise on corporate matters such as shareholder agreements, share options, restructurings, and governance frameworks.
- Manage your caseload while collaborating with colleagues on complex projects.
- Coordinate due diligence efforts with input from other specialist teams.
- Provide high-quality legal advice to a diverse client base
- Drive business development and marketing initiatives to grow the practice.
Candidate Requirements
Our client are seeking a professional who is:
- Experienced in corporate law with a track record in business development.
- Highly organised, proactive, and capable of balancing a varied caseload.
- A strong team player with excellent communication skills and flexible approach.
Why Join?
- A competitive salary
- A performance-based incentive scheme.
- Generous holiday entitlement (starting at 26 days, with the potential to increase).
- Hybrid working options to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
- Private medical insurance, life assurance, wellbeing initiatives and group income protection (eligibility applies).
- Opportunities for professional growth through training, mentoring, and career progression pathways.
- Perks such as discounted legal fees, shopping discounts, and regular social events to be involved in.
If you’re an experienced senior corporate solicitor seeking a role where you can make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. This is a fantastic opportunity to build a thriving corporate practice in Bournemouth, supported by a dedicated and talented team.
For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.
(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: Negotiable
Location: Bournemouth, Dorset
