Corporate Associate 3-6PQE

BCL Legal Limited; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BCL Legal Limited is exclusively representing a leading international law firm seeking a Corporate Associate in London. The role focuses on UK public markets, private M&A and cross-border transactions within a renowned international practice.

With 3–6 years' PQE and a strong academic background, you will handle sophisticated corporate matters and work under supervising partners, aiming for high-quality client service and professional development.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years' post-qualification experience as a solicitor qualified in England & Wales.
• Strong experience in UK public markets and private M&A.
• Excellent technical legal knowledge.
• Ability to manage matters independently within a team.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising on and supporting corporate transactions with emphasis on UK public markets and private M&A.
• Manage client matters and transactions, delivering high-quality work.
• Provide clear, commercially focused legal advice in writing and orally.

Skills

UK corporate law

Public markets

M&A

Communication skills

Drafting skills

Cross-border work

Job description

Exclusive Off-Market Opportunity | Leading International Law Firm | London

PQE: 3–6 years

Location: London/Hybrid

Working Pattern: Full-time

Jurisdiction: England & Wales

An Exclusive Opportunity with a Leading International Law Firm

We are delighted to be exclusively representing a leading international law firm on a confidential, off-market search for a Corporate Associate to join its London practice.

This is a rare opportunity to explore a high-calibre corporate role that is not being openly advertised, offering the successful candidate the chance to join an established international practice with a strong focus on UK public markets and private mergers and acquisitions.

With a competitive salary of £140,000–£160,000, this position is suited to a commercially minded solicitor with approximately 3–6 years' post-qualification experience who is looking to build on their transactional expertise, work on sophisticated corporate matters and develop their career within an international legal environment.

The firm is seeking an ambitious, technically strong and proactive individual who can contribute to a varied corporate workload, manage client matters effectively and work closely with experienced supervising partners. Cross-border transactional experience would be particularly desirable, while experience in the energy and mining sectors is highly desirable, offering an excellent opportunity for candidates with relevant industry expertise to bring additional value to the practice.

The role also offers an attractive annual billable hours target of approximately 1,400–1,600 hours, making it particularly appealing to candidates seeking high-quality transactional work within an international firm alongside a more balanced approach to working hours.

As this is an exclusive, off-market mandate, further details will be shared confidentially with suitable candidates.

The Role

Working closely with supervising partners and the wider Corporate Department, you will be involved in a broad range of corporate matters, with responsibilities including:

• Advising on and supporting a variety of corporate transactions, with a particular emphasis on UK public markets and private mergers and acquisitions.
• Managing client matters and transactions efficiently, ensuring work is delivered to a high standard and in accordance with the firm's professional and operational requirements.
• Providing clear, commercially focused legal advice to clients, communicating complex matters effectively both orally and in writing.
• Working collaboratively with partners and colleagues to deliver exceptional client service and support the continued development of the corporate practice.
• Taking ownership of client files and contributing to the effective management and progression of transactions.
• Supporting colleagues and other fee earners where required, helping maintain a responsive and collaborative working environment.
• Keeping up to date with relevant legal and regulatory developments and sharing knowledge with colleagues where appropriate.
• Maintaining professional competence in accordance with Solicitors Regulation Authority requirements.
• Contributing to the wider needs of the department and undertaking other reasonable responsibilities as required.

About You

We are keen to speak with talented corporate solicitors who combine strong technical ability with commercial awareness, a proactive mindset and a genuine interest in working on complex transactions.

Essential Experience and Skills

• 3–6 years' post-qualification experience as a solicitor qualified in England and Wales.
• Strong experience in UK public markets and private M&A, which is essential for this position.
• A strong academic background and excellent technical legal knowledge.
• The ability to manage matters independently while working effectively as part of a wider team.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise and commercially focused advice.
• A practical, solutions-oriented approach and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.
• A commitment to professional development and maintaining up-to-date legal knowledge.
• Experience in the energy and mining sectors is highly desirable, particularly in connection with corporate transactions, public markets or private M&A.
• Experience in cross-border transactions, including working with international clients, counterparties and advisers.
• The ability and willingness to develop expertise in new areas in response to evolving client needs.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Exclusive, off-market mandate: An opportunity to explore a confidential position that is not being openly advertised.
• Competitive remuneration: A salary of £140,000–£160,000.
• Attractive billable hours target: Approximately 1,400–1,600 hours per annum.
• International platform: The opportunity to join a leading international law firm and contribute to its London corporate practice.
• High-quality transactional work: A role focused on UK public markets and private M&A, with cross-border experience and sector expertise particularly valued.
• Relevant sector exposure: The opportunity to apply experience in the energy and mining sectors within a sophisticated corporate practice.
• Career development: The opportunity to build on your existing expertise, take ownership of matters and work closely with experienced supervising partners.

Confidential Enquiries

If you are a Corporate Solicitor with experience in UK public markets and private M&A and are open to exploring your next career move, we would welcome a confidential conversation.