Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Associate Corporate Lawyer to join its dynamic team in Ipswich. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on M&A processes and corporate governance, catering to a diverse clientele from startups to multinational corporations. The ideal candidate will possess over five years of post-qualification experience and a strong background in venture capital and private equity investments. With attractive salary packages, flexible hybrid working arrangements, and clear career progression pathways, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their legal careers in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary

Flexible hybrid working

Career progression opportunities

Joining a leading legal firm

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE and experience in M&A processes.
• Expertise in corporate governance and intellectual property law.

Responsibilities

• Focus on M&A work, investment, and corporate governance.
• Drafting shareholder agreements and conducting legal due diligence.

Skills

M&A processes

Venture capital

Private equity investment

Corporate advisory work

Client communication

Intellectual property law

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

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

Client: CPL

Location: Ipswich

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

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience in M&A processes
• Venture capital and/or private equity investment experience
• General corporate advisory work (share issues, buy-backs, re-organisations)
• 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
• Client communication skills; understanding of IP is advantageous
• Team player with experience in high-performing environments

What’s on offer:

• Attractive salary and benefits
• Flexible hybrid working
• Career progression opportunities
• Joining a leading legal firm

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