Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate Corporate Lawyer to join their vibrant team in Coventry. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on M&A, investment, and corporate governance for a diverse clientele, ranging from innovative startups to multinational corporations. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, contributing to high-stakes legal processes while enjoying flexible hybrid working arrangements. If you are a qualified lawyer with a passion for corporate law and a desire for career progression, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Opportunities for career progression

Joining a leading specialist legal firm

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with over 5 years of post-qualification experience.
• Experience in M&A, corporate governance, and intellectual property law.

Responsibilities

• Join a specialist corporate team focusing on M&A and investment.
• Handle legal due diligence and produce shareholder agreements.

Skills

M&A processes

Intellectual property law

Corporate governance

Venture capital knowledge

Private equity investments

Legal due diligence

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified lawyer (5+ years PQE)

Job description

Job Title: Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm, Coventry

Client: CPL

Location: Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Details

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 a specialist corporate team working with a diverse range of clients, from start-ups to multinationals.

About the role: The successful candidate will be an integral part of a friendly, supportive, and hardworking team, focusing on M&A, investment, and corporate governance, with particular expertise in intellectual property and technology law, especially within the vibrant startup community in Northern Ireland.

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience in M&A processes
• Knowledge of venture capital and private equity investments
• Experience in corporate advisory work such as share issues, buy-backs, and reorganizations
• Ability to produce shareholder agreements and bespoke articles of association
• Legal due diligence experience, including reports and advising on solutions
• Experience with disclosure processes and reviewing disclosure letters or schedules
• Drafting ancillary documents for acquisitions or disposals
• Ability to handle client calls independently; understanding of IP is advantageous
• Strong team player with experience in high-performing, collaborative environments

What’s on Offer

• Attractive salary and benefits package
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements
• 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.