Corporate Associate (3-4 PQE) - Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Strong benefits package

Clear progression pathways

Hybrid working

Opportunities for community initiatives

Job summary

A Top 100 national law firm in Exeter is seeking a Corporate Associate (3-4 PQE) to join their Tier 1 Corporate team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-quality corporate transactions for clients ranging from startups to major international organizations. Ideal candidates will have experience in M&A, venture capital, and private equity, along with strong technical skills and excellent client communication. The firm promotes a collaborative environment, hybrid working, and a healthy work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Trained with a reputable regional or City firm.
• Solid experience in M&A, venture capital, and private equity.
• Thrives under pressure on complex transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise on high-quality corporate transactions.
• Work with an impressive client base including startups and major organizations.
• Collaborate with experienced partners in the Corporate team.

Skills

M&A

Venture capital

Private equity

Strong technical skills

Detail-oriented

Clear client communication

Job description

Corporate Associate (3-4 PQE) - Exeter

The Role

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Corporate Associate (3-4 PQE) to join a Top 100 national law firm and their highly respected, Tier 1 Corporate team in Exeter. You'll work with an impressive client base ranging from entrepreneurial start ups to major international organisations, advising on a broad mix of high quality corporate transactions including:

• M&A
• Venture capital
• Private equity
• Cross border deals
• Joint ventures
• Corporate restructurings

You’ll be supported by Partners with significant City experience and encouraged to develop your expertise across multiple sectors. This is a standout chance to build your career in a team that genuinely competes with London firms for the quality and breadth of work. The Exeter office is ideally located for commuters, offering excellent transport links and a modern, collaborative working environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Has trained with a reputable regional or City firm
• Brings solid experience in M&A, venture capital and private equity
• Has strong technical skills and a keen eye for detail
• Communicates clearly and confidently with clients
• Thrives under pressure and enjoys working on complex, high value transactions

Why Join?

• Work within a friendly, collaborative and solutions focused Tier 1 Corporate team
• Access top tier work without the London commute
• Hybrid working and a healthy work life balance
• Competitive salary and a strong benefits package
• Clear progression pathways and genuine investment in your development
• Opportunities to get involved in responsible business initiatives, including charity, environmental and inclusion programmes

If you're looking to take the next step in your corporate career with a firm that values ambition, quality and growth, this is an opportunity not to miss.

Contact

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

t 0117 917 1929
m 07435 943574
e [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*