Associate - Corporate M&A

Iconic Resourcing; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working options

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Corporate Solicitor to work on high-value corporate transactions in Edinburgh. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of PQE in Corporate/M&A, excellent technical ability, and a proactive approach to client relationships. The firm offers a supportive culture, hybrid working options, and opportunities for career progression.

Qualifications

• Must have strong experience in Corporate/M&A work.
• Experience in a top-tier or highly regarded commercial firm is necessary.
• Excellent technical ability required.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of corporate transactions including M&A.
• Manage client relationships with increasing responsibility.
• Collaborate closely with partners across multiple offices.

Skills

Corporate/M&A experience

Attention to detail

Proactive communication

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (3-6 years PQE)

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Are you an ambitious Corporate Solicitor looking to join a market-leading team within one of the UK’s most dynamic and fast-growing national firms? This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-value corporate transactions across energy, infrastructure, and wider commercial sectors, within a firm that has established itself as a major player in the Scottish market.

The firm has grown to over one hundred professionals and continues to expand. The Corporate team sits at the heart of this success, advising on M&A, joint ventures, and private equity transactions for an impressive portfolio of UK and international clients.

You’ll be joining a collaborative, entrepreneurial team where partners are approachable, client relationships are shared, and career progression is actively supported. The Edinburgh office is viewed as a key part of the wider business, not a satellite, offering real autonomy and visibility within the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on a broad range of corporate transactions including M&A, joint ventures, and private equity deals
• Act for clients across energy, infrastructure, and broader commercial sectors
• Manage client relationships with increasing responsibility and autonomy
• Collaborate closely with partners and colleagues across multiple offices
• Contribute to business development and the continued growth of the Scottish corporate practice

Who We’re Looking For:

• Qualified Solicitor (3-6 years PQE) with strong experience in Corporate/M&A work
• Trained and/or currently working within a top-tier or highly regarded commercial firm
• Excellent technical ability, attention to detail, and commercial judgement
• Confident communicator with a proactive, relationship-driven approach
• Motivated, collaborative, and keen to be part of a growing and ambitious team

What’s on Offer:

• Exposure to high-quality, complex transactions with major national and international clients
• Supportive and progressive working culture with genuine career development
• Direct access to leading partners and opportunities to build your own client base
• Hybrid and flexible working options
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom