Corporate Associate (2-4 PQE)

Yorkshire Pie Company; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Yorkshire-based national law firm invites an ambitious Corporate Associate to join its Leeds office. You will work with partners and senior lawyers on a broad range of transactions, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions and exposure to private equity, restructurings and equity capital markets work.

Key responsibilities include advising on mergers, acquisitions and disposals, leading business acquisitions, handling private equity investments, due diligence, drafting and negotiating documents,

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' post-qualification corporate experience.
• Experience advising on corporate transactions including M&A, private equity or restructurings.
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Advising on mergers, acquisitions and corporate disposals.
• Leading and supporting business and asset acquisitions and share sales.
• Assisting with private equity investments and management buy-outs.
• Undertaking due diligence exercises, data room reviews and disclosure processes.
• Drafting and negotiating transaction documents and ancillary corporate paperwork.
• Supporting client relationships and business development activities.

Skills

M&A experience

Drafting and negotiation

Commercial awareness

Client relationship management

Collaborative mindset

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Your new company

This is an exciting opportunity to join the growing corporate team of a highly regarded national law firm with a strong presence across the UK. The team advises a broad range of businesses, investors and management teams on a wide variety of corporate transactions and is recognised for delivering commercially focused advice on complex and high-value matters.

The Leeds office continues to experience significant growth, creating an excellent opportunity for an ambitious Corporate Associate looking to accelerate their career within a collaborative and supportive environment.

Your new role

You will join a busy and well-established corporate practice, working closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers on a diverse range of transactions. The role will have a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions, while also providing exposure to private equity, corporate restructurings and equity capital markets work.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Advising on mergers, acquisitions and corporate disposals.
• Supporting and leading business and asset acquisitions, share sales and strategic transactions.
• Assisting with private equity investments and management buy-outs.
• Undertaking and managing due diligence exercises, data room reviews and disclosure processes.
• Drafting and negotiating transaction documents and ancillary corporate documentation.
• Preparing disclosure letters and supporting documentation.
• Advising on shareholder agreements, joint ventures, LLP agreements and corporate reorganisations.
• Supporting public company transactions, including IPOs and equity fundraising.
• Building strong client relationships and gaining early exposure to clients and referrers.
• Contributing to business development initiatives, tenders and networking activities.

What you'll need to succeed

Applications are welcomed from qualified solicitors with between 2 and 4 years' post-qualification experience gained within a recognised corporate team.

You should also demonstrate:

• Strong experience advising on corporate transactions, particularly M&A matters.
• Excellent technical drafting and negotiation skills.
• The ability to confidently manage matters and client relationships with an appropriate level of supervision.
• Strong commercial awareness and pragmatic problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach and desire to contribute to a growing team.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A genuine ambition to progress your career within a successful national practice.

What you'll get in return

In return, you will join a thriving corporate team offering high-quality national work, genuine opportunities for progression and early responsibility on significant transactions. You will benefit from ongoing professional development, close partner interaction and a supportive culture that encourages career progression and business development.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious corporate lawyer seeking to take the next step within a leading national firm with a growing presence in Leeds.