We are looking for a qualified corporate lawyer at senior associate level, ideally with 6+ years’ PQE. The ideal candidate will bring broad experience advising on private and/or public company mergers and acquisitions, investments, joint ventures and private equity transactions. You will be comfortable taking ownership of matters, working closely with clients and colleagues, and contributing to a collaborative team. The role involves advising on complex domestic and cross-border transactions for clients across a range of sectors, while building trusted client relationships and engaging with the wider corporate finance community. You will also help manage and develop junior lawyers, including delegating work and providing guidance. Strong commercial judgement, clear communication and a solutions-focused approach will help you thrive.
The Firm
Our client is a leading UK law firm with a substantial corporate practice and a broad mix of domestic and international work. Its clients include entrepreneurs, growing businesses, family-owned companies, multinational and public companies, private equity funds and other investors. The team advises on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity and equity capital markets transactions, working across sectors such as energy, healthcare, technology and defence.
The firm offers the opportunity to work on high-quality, complex matters alongside experienced corporate lawyers. Its collaborative culture values contributions from across the team and supports professional development and career progression. A flexible hybrid working model is available, and the firm places emphasis on sustainable work-life balance and creating an environment in which people can make a meaningful contribution.
Responsibilities
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Advise on domestic and international public and private mergers and acquisitions.
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Support clients on investments, joint ventures, private equity and equity capital markets transactions.
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Take ownership of matters, coordinating work and delivering clear, commercially focused advice.
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Build and maintain effective relationships with clients and members of the wider corporate finance community.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues and external advisers, including on cross-border transactions.
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Manage matters effectively, including financial management and the organisation of transaction workflows.
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Delegate work to junior lawyers, provide guidance and contribute to their professional development.
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Explain complex legal and transactional issues clearly to clients and help identify practical solutions.
Experience and Skills Sought
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Qualified as a lawyer with the SRA or the Law Society of Scotland, with broad corporate transactions experience.
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6+ PQE, reflecting the senior associate level; the precise PQE requirement is not specified.
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Strong commercial judgement, analytical and problem-solving skills, and clear client communication.
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Proactive and solutions-focused, with the confidence to lead matters and support junior colleagues.
Hours and Benefits
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Monday – Friday 09:15 – 17:15
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Hybrid and fleixble working arrangements
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Pension scheme
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Private medical insurance
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25 days holidays plus bank holidays
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Dental insurnce opt in
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Discounts for shopping, theatre trips, cinema plus more
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Yoga and pilates
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Sports clubs
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Life assurance
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Social events in and out of the office
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2 x volunteer days a year
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Annual eye test and contribution towards glasses
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Annual flu jab
Find Out More or Apply
To find out more about this role, or to have an informal, confidential and non-committal chat, please reach out to Katie at Aspiria Legal.