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Associate - Corporate PQE: 2 – 4 PQE Term: Permanent Working hours: Full-time Practice area: Corporate Location: Hybrid, Guildford The Role We are seeking a technically strong and commercially minded Associate to join our corporate team. You’ll work on a broad range of matters including mid-market M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions, restructurings, and general corporate advisory work, supporting a diverse client base from FTSE 100 companies to high-growth businesses. This is a great opportunity to take on high-quality work in a collaborative, well-supported environment, with clear scope for career development and responsibility. The role is a full time, permanent role. As a firm we work flexibly and remote/hybrid working is available, with employees strongly encouraged to be in the office at least 2 days per week. The Team Our award-winning corporate team offers quality and strength in depth unusual outside the City. The leading independent directories consistently rank us in the top tier. We are committed to an active intelligent growth strategy, for the team and the whole firm, and it is with this in mind that we welcome applications for technically strong, commercially minded and ambitious lawyers. The corporate team is one of the top corporate practices in the South East and consists of eleven partners with a team of 40 in total supported by at least two dedicated knowledge lawyers. The work of the team is high-quality and diverse and covers a broad range of corporate transactional and advisory matters, including: • Private M&A (both buy side and sell side), • Private equity (principally management advisory and portfolio work), • Venture capital and other equity fundraisings, • Shareholders’ agreements and corporate joint ventures, • Corporate rationalisations / reorganisations, • General corporate advisory / partnership law, • Inward investment and cross border, • Share incentives (working closely with our excellent employment law and tax teams) The team is supported by the full range of specialists required to deliver high quality, fast -paced corporate transactional work - including tax, employment, immigration and pensions, real estate, banking and finance, regulatory and anti-trust, intellectual property and commercial. A large proportion of our clients are multinational, based overseas or have international business interests, and we frequently work with overseas law firms, including the major jurisdictions in Europe and the US. Our clients include household name FTSE 100 PLCs and other major national and international groups, mid-tier businesses (quoted, private equity and privately owned), management teams in private equity backed businesses, high-net-worth private clients and high growth companies. In the run-in to the first Labour government budget in November 2024, the corporate team closed 30 deals in 30 days with a total aggregate transaction value of just under £1 billion, demonstrating the team’s exceptional transactional capability. Examples of clients that you may experience working with are listed below and further information about our experience can be found on our website ___: Diploma plc, Bunzl, Philips, The Ardonagh Group, Specialist Risk Group, Davies Group, Bright Stars Nursery Group, Rock Rail, Optio Group, Nord-Lock International AB, Corus Dental, Vestey Holdings, BMT, Clinigen, Bright Path Sports Partners (investor in Ipswich Town Football Club), Wates Group, OCL Vision Group. Qualifications and Experience Candidates should have drive and an enthusiasm for a broad diet of corporate work but experience in all of the above areas is not required. Most team members have areas of greater specialisation and there are opportunities to become a “go-to” lawyer in areas or industry sectors of particular interest. An appetite to develop into a rounded and commercially focussed business adviser is a must. Successful candidates are also likely to be strong team players with good inter-personal skills, have strong academics and some relevant experience. You might have started your career with a major City or a leading national/regional practice or be ready for a step-up in terms of your exposure to more varied and challenging work in a supportive environment which is focused on bringing out the best in you. First-class support and learning and development opportunities are provided and early responsibility is offered for those ready and able to take it on. Essential Requirements: • Strong technical ability, drafting skills and attention to detail (commensurate with your level of experience);, • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate concisely and with confidence;, • Enthusiastic to learn;, • Highly motivated, responsive and reliable;, • The ability to work both independently and as part of a team;, • Able to manage a varied workload with a number of ongoing matters at any time;, • Dedicated to delivering client service to the highest standards and the skill to effectively manage and nurture client relationships;, • An interest in, and keenness to develop skills in, business development;, • Commercial awareness; and, • Strong academics. The Opportunity • Pension Scheme (5% employer contribution), • Discretionary profit share and performance related bonus scheme, • Private medical insurance, • Permanent health insurance, • Life assurance, • Contribution to travel costs or reimbursement of car parking costs, and option to apply for an interest free loan for a season ticket, • Enhanced maternity/paternity pay (after sufficient service), • Cash plan benefit enabling you to claim for everyday medical costs up to a maximum limit Comprehensive flexible benefits package including: • Critical illness insurance, • Buy/Sell holiday scheme, • Dental insurance, • Cycle to work schemes, • Taste card, • Fun pass, • Give as you earn, • Discounted gym memberships and shopping The Firm Stevens & Bolton – making a positive difference to your career You’ll work with people who listen, and who actively and willingly support one another within a collaborative and engaging environment. We genuinely care about our people and strive to build and maintain a diverse, inclusive and happy workforce. We are recognised as a top firm in The Times Best Law Firms 2025, shortlisted for “Law Firm of the Year: The Independents” at The Lawyer Awards 2025 and shortlisted for “Regional/Offshore Team of the Year” at the Legal Business Awards 2025. The Firm was recently named “Law firm of the year” at the 2025 Legal Cheek Awards, was shortlisted for “ESG Initiative of the Year” at the Women, Influence & Power in Law UK 2024 Awards and shortlisted for “UK Law Firm of the Year - Small/Mid-Sized Firm” at the British Legal Awards 2023. Our refurbished office has been awarded a RICS SKA silver certificate and a 2-star Fitwel accreditation. We’ve made excellence the hallmark of our firm: in the clear advice we give, in the enduring client relationships we build and in our proactive and highly responsive service. We seek to recruit people who will help us maintain and build on this, and in return we offer excellent long-term career and development opportunities. Diversity & Inclusion We have a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion (D&I). This drives a strategy which focuses on constant promotion of an inclusive culture that encourages everyone to realise their full potential and be themselves at work. In 2020 we were shortlisted for “Best D&I Initiative” at The HR Awards and for “Best Talent and Inclusion Initiative” at The Lawyer Awards.

Ready to shape the future of AI-powered enterprise technology? We're seeking a bright, ambitious Legal Counsel / Lawyer (interested in tech) to join the award-winning in-house Legal team at Content Guru - one of the world's leading cloud communications and Customer Experience technology providers. As Europe's top Customer Experience as a Service (CXaaS) platform, Content Guru powers seamless customer engagement in over 150 countries — and we're scaling fast. This is your opportunity to make a genuine impact in a high-growth SaaS environment where innovation, collaboration, and technology drive everything we do. The role would suit an ambitious lawyer who wishes to develop/grow within an established legal function. The Role at a Glance In-House Legal Counsel / Commercial Lawyer Bracknell Hybrid Working – 3 days per week in office (trains from London & Reading) £60,000 - £75,000 DOE Plus Benefits Package. Service / Product: global provider of enterprise cloud Customer Experience (CX) and contact centre solutions Pedigree: The Gartner® 2025 Magic Quadrant™ for Contact Center as a Service. 2025 Gartner® Voice of the Customer for CCaaS Reporting to: Senior Commercial Legal Counsel Your Skills: Commercial Law. Contract Negotiation. Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. Able to own caseload independently. SaaS, IT, Commercial background. Who We Are: At Content Guru , we help the world's biggest brands - from healthcare and government to retail and finance deliver exceptional, always-on customer experiences through our storm® cloud platform . Recognised by Gartner and industry analysts worldwide, we combine cloud, AI, and automation to redefine how businesses connect with customers. Our culture is ambitious, inclusive, and technology-driven - we're building the future of customer experience, and we want people who are ready to make their mark. The Legal Counsel Role: An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented Legal Counsel to join our dynamic and expanding in-house Legal team at the heart of a global technology success story. Working in close partnership with, and reporting directly to, the Head of Legal, you'll play a pivotal role in providing pragmatic, commercially astute legal guidance across a fast-moving, innovation-driven SaaS environment. This is a role for those who want to do more than just advise; it's for someone who wants to shape, influence, and enable growth. You'll be supporting strategic projects that span multiple international markets, advising on complex commercial agreements, and helping to steer the legal strategy of a company that's transforming how the world connects through cloud and AI technologies. It's the perfect platform for a law firm-trained or in-house solicitor who's ready to take ownership of their own caseload, build strong partnerships across the business, and make a tangible impact from day one. With a strong emphasis on commercial contracting, tender processes, and technology-focused initiatives, this role offers genuine scope for professional growth and the chance to thrive in a team that values curiosity, collaboration, and ambition. What Your Day Might Look Like: • Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of complex commercial agreements – including MSAs, EULAs, DPAs, software licensing, and partner/supplier contracts. • Provide legal input across enterprise and public sector tenders, ensuring compliance and commercial edge. • Deliver clear, business-enabling advice that empowers teams to move fast, confidently and compliantly. • Enhance and evolve contracting processes, playbooks, and templates for scalability and efficiency. • Support strategic corporate, company secretarial, IP, M&A, and data projects as the company continues its global expansion. About You: • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) – ideally 1–3 years' PQE • Strong academic background • Trained at a top law firm or qualified in-house within a tech-focused organisation • Excellent knowledge of commercial contracts • Ability to manage a caseload independently • Strong communication, drafting, and stakeholder management skills • Genuine interest in technology, AI, and intellectual property • Pragmatic, proactive, and eager to grow in a high-performance team Why Join Content Guru? Join a company that's transforming how the world communicates. At Content Guru, you'll work with some of the brightest minds in cloud technology, advising on cutting-edge projects that shape global customer experiences. Your voice will matter, your ideas will count, and your career will accelerate in an environment built on innovation, trust, and opportunity. Ready to make your mark? If you're a tech-savvy, ambitious lawyer with a passion for innovation, this is your chance to help shape the legal backbone of a global technology success story. Apply now for a fast-track path to the Hiring Manager and start building a career where the future of tech meets the future of law. Application notice... We take your privacy seriously. When you apply, we shall process your details and pass your application to our client for review for this vacancy only. As you might expect you may be contacted by email, text or telephone. Your data is processed on the basis of our legitimate interests in fulfilling the recruitment process. Please refer to our Data Privacy Policy & Notice on our website for further details. If you have any pre-application questions please contact us first quoting the job title & ref. Good luck, Team RR. TPBN1_UKTJ

Senior Property Litigation Solicitor. This role offers a chance to handle a broad range of property litigation matters, representing both commercial and private clients.

Commercial Property Solicitor – Guildford. Have excellent experience in commercial property/real estate.

Our client, a Top 100 UK law firm, is seeking a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its thriving Commercial Property team. Commercial Property Solicitor – NQ – 4 PQE. NQ – 4 PQE with a seat in Commercial Property/Real Estate.

The work covers contentious residential and commercial property matters including landlord and tenant disputes, development issues, boundary and rights of way cases, and high-value litigation. Property Litigation Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE in property disputes. Property Litigation Associate | Guil

Are you an experienced Project Manager with a background in smoke ventilation? Do you thrive in an environment where you are responsible for driving projects forward and taking complete ownership? If so, this Smoke Ventilation Project Manager is for you! This Smoke Ventilation Project Manager role is working for a smoke control systems company in Surrey .While professional experience and qualifications are key for this role, make sure to check you have the preferable soft skills before applying if required.The role is a Monday to Friday working week .The role is paying between £55,000- £65,000 depending on experience .The role also comes with a vehicle/allowance, phone, laptop, share scheme and development opportunities.The Project Manager will take full responsibility for delivering smoke ventilation projects from design coordination through to completion, ensuring they meet programme, budget and compliance requirements.This includes managing all commercial aspects such as valuations, variations, risk management and cost control, while maintaining the highest technical and safety standards.The role requires developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients, suppliers and subcontractors, overseeing procurement and logistics and coordinating site resources effectively.The successful candidate will promote best practices, ensure rigorous health and safety compliance, and carry out regular quality audits.Operating between office and site environments across the South East, theyll take a hands-on approach to leadership and problem-solving.This position suits a proactive and organised professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, communicates clearly and takes pride in delivering reliable systems that safeguard people and property.You will need: Proven experience managing smoke vent, mechanical or electrical projects SMSTS certificate (Valid ECS card or higher, or working towards) Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously, up to £1million in value Experience with SimPro software, and drawing tools such as AutoCAD or Bluebeam Full Clean Driving License required If you are interested in this role and think you have the skills and experience this company are looking for then APPLY NOW.Alternatively, please call Tom Jones at Kingdom People on .Kingdom People is acting within the capacity of a Recruitment Agency for their clientd02fcfcb-6df4-40ee-95cf-3eb059ce3173

Job title: Real Estate Solicitor. Working in the real estate team you can expect to work on managing an agreed caseload, working and learning alongside senior individuals on complex and rewarding matters across the full spectrum of commercial property law. Manage an agreed caseload within the real e