Corporate Associate/ Senior Associate Solicitor

QED Legal; Manchester; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious national law firm based in Nottingham seeks an experienced Corporate Associate or Senior Associate to join their expanding team. The role involves managing corporate transactions including M&A and private equity, advising a mix of clients from different sectors, and fostering long-term client relationships. Candidates should have over 4 years of PQE and strong communication skills. This position offers competitive pay, benefits, and clear career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual performance-based bonus

Extra holiday purchase

Healthcare

Pension

Cycle to work

Season ticket loan

Critical illness cover

Perks at Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced Corporate Solicitor with 4+ years PQE.
• Strong background in M&A and private equity.
• Confident managing transactions and supervising juniors.

Responsibilities

• Work on a wide range of corporate transactions.
• Advise clients across various sectors.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage complex deals.

Skills

M&A transactions

Private equity transactions

Managing transactions

Client communication

Supervising junior colleagues

Education

Solicitor qualification (4+ years PQE)

Job description

The Firm

My client is a well-established and highly respected national law firm, known for its forward-thinking approach, collaborative culture, and exceptional quality of work. Their national Corporate team includes over 70 lawyers, and they continue to be recognised by leading industry publications and directories. This award-winning firm has been commended in The Times Best Law Firms and won accolades such as Corporate Law Firm of the Year at the Insider Media Dealmakers Awards. With a focus on growth, innovation, and client service, they offer an ideal environment for ambitious solicitors to build and accelerate their careers. Could this be the opportunity to join a thriving, high-performing team at one of the most prestigious firms in the region?

The Role

The Nottingham office is looking to add a Corporate Associate or Senior Associate to its busy and expanding team. The successful candidate will:

• Work on a wide range of corporate transactions including M&A, private equity, capital markets, and cross-border deals
• Support on investment acquisitions, corporate structuring projects, and wider strategic matters
• Collaborate closely with the national Corporate team, gaining exposure to high-quality work across the UK
• Advise a broad mix of clients across sectors such as manufacturing, retail, education, and recruitment
• Play a key role in drafting, negotiating, and project managing complex deals
• Contribute to the continued growth and success of the Corporate team in Nottingham

You

The ideal candidate will:

• Be an experienced Corporate Solicitor with 4+ years PQE
• Have a strong background in M&A and private equity transactions
• Be confident managing transactions and supervising junior colleagues
• Enjoy working in a collaborative team environment with experienced dealmakers
• Be commercially minded, proactive, and solutions-driven
• Have the ambition to build long-term client relationships and support business development
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders at all levels

Are you ready to join a thriving corporate team where your work makes a real impact?

Benefits

The firm offers a competitive and flexible benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary and annual performance-based bonus
• Clear and supported career progression opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits through their “My Flex” scheme including:
• Extra holiday purchase
• Healthcare
• Pension
• Cycle to work
• Season ticket loan
• Critical illness cover and more
• Access to a wide range of learning and development resources
• Perks at Work scheme – including discounts, wellness tools, and online academy courses
• Supportive and modern working environment with a strong team culture
• Opportunities to get involved in firm-wide initiatives and recognition programs

If you are an experienced Corporate Solicitor looking for an Associate or Senior Associate role at a top Legal 200 firm in Nottingham, then apply online! Or contact Toby Ryan at QED Legal Recruitment today.