Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

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

Job summary

An industry-leading legal firm is on the lookout for a seasoned Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join their vibrant team in Bradford. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on M&A processes, venture capital, and corporate governance while engaging with a diverse client base from start-ups to multinationals. The firm offers a flexible hybrid working environment, attractive salary, and significant opportunities for career progression. If you have over 5 years of PQE and a passion for corporate law, this role could be your next big career move.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunities for career progression

Joining a leading specialist legal firm

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE as a corporate lawyer with M&A experience.
• Expertise in venture capital and private equity processes.

Responsibilities

• Handle M&A transactions with partner support.
• Draft shareholder agreements and conduct legal due diligence.

Skills

M&A processes

Venture capital investment

Private equity investment

Corporate advisory work

Drafting shareholder agreements

Legal due diligence

Client communication

Intellectual property knowledge

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm, Bradford

Client: CPL

Location: Bradford, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 2

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 the 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 friendly, supportive team and will focus on M&A work, investment, and corporate governance, with particular expertise in intellectual property and tech law, especially within the vibrant start-up community in Northern Ireland.

What you'll need to succeed: The ideal candidate will have significant experience in the following areas and be confident to handle transactions with partner support:

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience in M&A processes
• Venture capital and/or private equity investment processes
• General corporate advisory work such as share issues, buy-backs, and reorganizations
• Drafting shareholder agreements and articles of association
• Legal due diligence and advising on solutions
• Handling disclosure processes and reviewing disclosure documents
• Drafting ancillary documents for acquisitions or disposals
• Communicating with clients independently; knowledge of IP is advantageous
• Strong team player with experience in collaborative environments

What's on offer:

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

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