Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

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

Job summary

An industry-leading legal firm is seeking a Senior Associate Corporate Lawyer to join their dynamic team in Brighton. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of corporate matters, including M&A, venture capital, and corporate governance. The ideal candidate will bring over five years of experience and a strong understanding of intellectual property law, particularly within the start-up ecosystem. With a flexible hybrid working model and a commitment to career progression, this position is perfect for a motivated lawyer looking to make a significant impact in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE as a qualified lawyer focused on corporate law.
• Experience in M&A, 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 process

Venture capital

Private equity investment

Corporate advisory work

Legal due diligence

Intellectual property law

Client communication

Education

Qualified lawyer

5+ years PQE

Job description

Job Title:

Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm, Brighton

Client:

CPL

Location:

Brighton, 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 for 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, focusing 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 prior experience in the following areas and be confident to handle transactions with partner support:

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

What’s on offer:

• An attractive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working
• Opportunities for career progression
• The chance to join a leading specialist legal firm

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