Corporate Solicitor – Hospitality & Leisure Sector
?? Location: Basingstoke (Hybrid working available – 2-3 days in office)

?? Job Type: Full-time

?? Salary: £50-60,000 PA
Are you a confident and capable corporate solicitor looking to step into a role where your expertise will be valued and your autonomy respected? Due to continued growth and the winning of high-quality work from national clients, we’re expanding our Corporate team and seeking a solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join us in Basingstoke.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a broad range of corporate matters, particularly within the hospitality and leisure sector, with no business development expectations. You’ll be trusted to manage transactions independently and act as a key support for junior team members.
Join a Chambers-ranked team with a strong SME and hospitality sector focus!
What You’ll Be Doing
Corporate Transactions & Advisory

• Lead and manage M&A transactions, joint ventures, and restructures.

• Advise clients on shareholder agreements, commercial contracts, and governance matters.

• Provide strategic legal support to hospitality and leisure businesses.
Client & Team Support

• Act as a go-to advisor for junior solicitors, offering guidance and oversight.

• Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication and reliable service.

• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to deliver seamless client solutions.
General & Strategic Duties

• Contribute to the development of internal processes and knowledge sharing.

• Support the Head of Department and Partners as needed.

• Ensure compliance and risk management across all matters.
What We’re Looking For
• 2+ years PQE in corporate law, ideally with exposure to hospitality and leisure clients.

• Proven ability to manage matters independently and confidently.

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to mentor junior colleagues.

• Organised, commercially aware, and client-focused.
Ready to Apply?
If you’re looking to join a forward-thinking firm where you’ll work on exciting transactions and be part of a supportive, growing team, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the role.