Corporate Senior Associate

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Corporate Senior Associate to join its growing London Corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Corporate Senior Associate with 6+ years'' PQE to take a leading role on high-value corporate transactions while working with an impressive client base that includes private companies, investors, entrepreneurs and multinational businesses.

The successful Corporate Senior Associate will join a progressive law firm recognised for delivering commercial legal advice across a broad range of sectors. The Corporate team advises on M&A, private equity, corporate finance and corporate governance, offering high-quality work, genuine career progression and a collaborative working environment.

As the Corporate Senior Associate you will lead complex corporate transactions while managing client relationships and supporting the development of junior lawyers.

The role will include:

* Leading M&A transactions, private equity deals and corporate restructurings
* Drafting and negotiating share purchase agreements, investment agreements and shareholder agreements
* Managing due diligence processes and coordinating with specialist teams
* Advising clients on corporate governance and strategic commercial matters
* Acting as the primary client contact throughout transactions
* Supporting business development and growing client relationships
* Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and trainees
* Keeping clients informed of legal and regulatory developments

You will be a commercially focused solicitor with strong corporate transactional experience and a passion for delivering excellent client service.

The Corporate Senior Associate must have:

* 6+ years'' PQE in Corporate Law
* Strong experience advising on M&A, private equity and corporate finance matters
* Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
* Experience managing transactions from inception to completion
* Strong client relationship and business development skills
* Experience mentoring junior lawyers
* Commercial approach with excellent communication skills
* Ability to work collaboratively within a high-performing team

* -60,000 - -70,000 salary
* High-quality corporate transactions and national client base
* London office location with hybrid working
* Clear pathway towards Partnership
* Ongoing professional development and mentoring
* Supportive and collaborative team culture
* Comprehensive benefits package

If you are a Corporate Senior Associate considering your next career move, please contact Chris van Aurich at Brandon James on (phone number removed) for a confidential discussion.