Corporate Lawyer

Rolf Berryman; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed legal firm is seeking a Senior Associate, Corporate M&A in London. This position offers the chance to manage high-value transactions and engage closely with clients. Candidates should have at least 4+ years of PQE from a leading firm, with excellent technical skills and the ability to mentor junior lawyers. The role provides significant client exposure and contributions to strategic deal execution. Full-time employment and a mid-senior level role within the legal function focus on corporate law.

Qualifications

• 4+ years' post-qualification experience in a leading law firm with corporate M&A.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex transactions.
• Strong technical skills demonstrated through successful deal execution.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted client relationships.
• Experience of supervising and mentoring junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Advise on public and private M&A transactions and strategic investments.
• Manage transactions from inception to completion, including drafting documents.
• Lead and supervise junior associates and trainees.
• Provide practical, commercial advice to partners and clients.
• Contribute to business development and client relationship initiatives.

Skills

Complex transaction management

Strong communication skills

Client relationship management

Mentoring junior lawyers

Education

Typical 4+ PQE in corporate M&A

Job description

Senior Associate, Corporate M&A – London

We are seeking a talented and commercially minded Senior Associate to join a highly regarded Corporate M&A team in London.

It is an excellent opportunity for an experienced corporate lawyer to work on a broad range of complex and high‑value domestic and cross‑border transactions, advising leading corporates, private equity sponsors, and management teams across a variety of sectors.

The Role

You will play a key role on sophisticated M&A matters, taking responsibility for running transactions, managing junior team members, and maintaining close client relationships. The role offers significant client exposure and the opportunity to contribute strategically to deal structuring and execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on public and private M&A transactions, joint ventures, disposals, and strategic investments
• Managing transactions from inception to completion, including drafting and negotiating transaction documents
• Leading and supervising junior associates and trainees
• Working closely with partners and clients to deliver practical, commercial advice
• Contributing to business development initiatives and client relationship management

Candidate Profile

• Typically 4+ PQE with strong experience in corporate M&A gained at a leading City, international, or top‑tier firm
• Excellent technical skills with a proven track record on complex transactions
• Commercial, proactive, and able to manage multiple matters effectively
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build trusted client relationships
• Experience of supervising and mentoring junior lawyers

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Law Practice and Legal Services