Associate - Corporate

Browne Jacobson LLP; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Birmingham is looking for an Associate - Corporate. You will provide expert legal advice on corporate finance transactions, manage cases from inception to completion, and contribute to business development efforts. Ideal candidates will have strong experience in corporate law, excellent legal drafting skills, and be team players who can foster relationships both within the firm and with clients. This role offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Solid experience in general corporate law, especially in transactional work.
• Ability to provide clear and commercially viable legal solutions.
• Up-to-date with legal developments and eager to take on challenging work.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert legal advice on corporate finance transactions.
• Manage and prioritize caseloads according to client expectations.
• Participate in business development activities like seminars and client engagement.
• Continuously develop legal and commercial skills through targeted training.

Skills

Expertise in corporate law

Transactional experience

Legal drafting abilities

Excellent communication

Job description

Birmingham, Cardiff, Manchester, Nottingham

Reference number LD0408

Job title Associate - Corporate

Team Corporate

Vacancy owner Linzi Durham

We are seeking a talented solicitor with expertise in corporate law and transactional experience to help advise our clients on various matters and contribute to our business development efforts.

About the Role:

As a key member of our corporate team, you will advise our diverse client base on a variety of corporate finance transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and private equity deals. Your role will be crucial in managing cases from inception to completion, ensuring that all client needs are met with the highest standard of legal service.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver expert legal advice on a range of corporate finance transactions.
• Efficiently manage and prioritize caseloads according to client timelines and expectations.
• Contribute to the firm’s business development activities by participating in seminars, writing articles, and engaging with clients at events.
• Continuously develop your legal and commercial skills through targeted training and supervision.

Who We Are Looking For:

• Solicitors with solid experience in general corporate law and specific expertise in transactional work.
• Individuals with excellent legal drafting abilities and a knack for providing clear, concise, and commercially viable solutions.
• Professionals who are up-to-date with legal developments and eager to take on challenging work in a supportive environment.
• Team players who are excellent communicators, capable of fostering strong relationships both within the firm and with external clients and partners.