Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

JR United Kingdom; Bolton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry-leading legal firm is seeking a Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to enhance their specialist corporate team. This is a unique opportunity to engage in M&A processes and corporate governance within a vibrant start-up community. The ideal candidate will bring over 5 years of PQE and expertise in venture capital and private equity investments. With attractive salary packages and flexible hybrid working options, this role promises significant career progression in a supportive environment. Join a leading firm and make a meaningful impact in the legal landscape.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in corporate law with a focus on M&A.
• Experience in producing shareholder agreements and articles of association.

Responsibilities

• Join a collaborative team focusing on M&A, investment, and corporate governance.
• Handle client calls independently and perform legal due diligence.

Skills

M&A processes

Venture capital investment

Private equity investment

Legal due diligence

Corporate advisory work

Intellectual property law

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm, Bolton, Greater Manchester

Client: CPL

Location: Bolton, Greater Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

The opportunity: CPL is actively recruiting an experienced Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join an industry-leading legal firm with offices in Belfast City. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced lawyer to join this firm's specialist corporate team, working with a wide range of clients from start-ups to multinationals.

About the role: The successful candidate will be a key part of a hardworking, friendly, and supportive team, with the opportunity to focus on M&A work, investment, and corporate governance, particularly in intellectual property and tech law within the vibrant start-up community in Northern Ireland.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience in M&A processes
• Venture capital and/or private equity investment experience
• General corporate advisory work, including share issues, buy-backs, and reorganisations
• Experience in producing shareholder agreements and bespoke articles of association
• Legal due diligence skills
• Ability to handle client calls independently
• Understanding of intellectual property law is an advantage
• Strong team player with experience in high-performing, collaborative environments

What’s on offer:

• Attractive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working
• Opportunities for career progression
• Join a leading specialist legal firm

To apply, send your CV via the provided link or contact Emma Braniff at CPL for further information.