Corporate Associate (Leeds)

Simpson Judge Ltd; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate law firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Corporate Associate or Senior Associate to join their dynamic team. In this hybrid role, you will lead corporate transactions and advise clients across various sectors, including M&A and private equity. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of post-qualification experience and excellent negotiation and communication skills. The position offers competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Generous holiday allowance

Comprehensive benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Strong knowledge in M&A and corporate structuring.
• Proven ability to work under pressure and manage projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage corporate transactions from start to finish.
• Support national-level corporate initiatives and cross-border deals.
• Supervise and mentor junior colleagues.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Project management

Commercial awareness

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Corporate Associate / Senior Associate - Leeds (Hybrid)

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Associate or Senior Associate to join a busy and highly regarded corporate team in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on a wide range of corporate transactions, including M&A, capital markets, cross-border investments, corporate structuring, and private equity deals. The successful candidate will also have exposure to national-level projects and collaboration with colleagues across the wider corporate network. The role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement, combining office-based and remote working.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage corporate transactions from start to finish, ensuring high-quality delivery.
• Support national-level corporate initiatives and assist on complex, cross-border deals.
• Advise clients across a variety of sectors, including manufacturing, retail, recruitment, and education.
• Supervise and mentor junior colleagues, sharing expertise and helping develop their skills.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship-building initiatives.

About You

• Qualified solicitor with 3+ years post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Strong technical knowledge across M&A, corporate structuring, and related corporate matters.
• Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and work under pressure.
• Professional, proactive, and client-focused with strong commercial awareness.
• Enthusiastic about business development and building long-term client relationships.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-related bonus opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangements with a hybrid approach.
• Generous holiday allowance with the option to purchase additional days.
• Comprehensive benefits including pension scheme, employee assistance programme, health care, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.
• Opportunities for career progression and continuous professional development through training and mentoring.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious corporate lawyer looking to join a supportive, dynamic team and gain exposure to complex national and international transactions. If the role is of interest to you please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge.