Associate - Corporate

Browne Jacobson LLP; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Enhanced parental leave

Job summary

Browne Jacobson LLP in the United Kingdom seeks an associate with corporate law and transactional expertise to advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures and private equity deals. You will manage caseloads end-to-end and contribute to business development while developing your legal and commercial skills.

We value clear, pragmatic advice, strong drafting, and excellent communication. The role offers a hybrid working model with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to progress

Qualifications

• Experience in corporate law with transactional expertise.
• Strong drafting abilities and ability to deliver commercially viable solutions.
• Up-to-date with developments in corporate law.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Interest in business development and networking.

Responsibilities

• Deliver expert legal advice on corporate finance transactions.
• Manage caseloads according to client timelines and expectations.
• Contribute to business development through seminars, articles and events.
• Develop legal and commercial skills through targeted training and supervision.

Skills

Corporate law

Transactional experience

Drafting skills

Commercial viability

Legal developments

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Business development

Team player

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

We are seeking a talented associatewith 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.

What are we looking for?

We are keen to hear from talented corporatelawyers who are looking to develop their career within a forward-thinking and ambitious team.

• Demonstrable experience and technical expertise in advising clients on corporate law matters.
• Strong commercial awareness and a practical, common-sense approach to problem solving.
• The ability to provide clear, pragmatic and commercially focused advice to clients.
• Excellent communication skills and the confidence to build trusted client relationships.
• Strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to quickly assimilate complex information.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to tight deadlines.
• A proactive and inquisitive mindset, with a willingness to embrace new challenges and opportunities.
• An interest in business development and networking, including attendance at client, industry and firm events.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to develop strong relationships with colleagues across the firm.

Why Join Us?

We offer a flexible and hybrid working model. Our comprehensive benefits package includes private medical insurance, pension contributions, an employee assistance programme, and a range of wellbeing initiatives. Enhanced parental leave is also available, reflecting our commitment to supporting you through every stage of your career and life.

Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we’re open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, social economic background or age.

We’re a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.

Take a look at our candidate interview pack for information about reasonable adjustments, what you can expect during the interview process, and guidance to help you prepare.