Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join their dynamic team in Luton. This role offers the opportunity to work on exciting M&A transactions and corporate governance matters, particularly within the vibrant startup community in Northern Ireland. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with a diverse clientele, ranging from innovative startups to multinational corporations. With attractive salary and flexible hybrid working arrangements, this position is perfect for a motivated lawyer looking to advance their career in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits

Flexible hybrid working arrangements

Opportunities for career progression

Joining a leading specialist legal firm

Qualifications

• Qualified Lawyer with 5+ years PQE required.
• Experience in M&A and corporate advisory work is essential.

Responsibilities

• Focus on M&A, investment, corporate governance, and IP law.
• Handle client calls independently and perform legal due diligence.

Skills

M&A processes

Venture capital knowledge

Corporate advisory work

Drafting shareholder agreements

Legal due diligence

Understanding of IP law

Collaboration skills

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

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

We are seeking an experienced Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join a leading legal firm with offices in Belfast City. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned lawyer to work within the firm's specialist corporate team, serving a diverse clientele ranging from start-ups to multinational corporations.

Location:

Luton, Bedfordshire, United Kingdom

Client:

CPL

Job Category:

Other

EU Work Permit Required:

Yes

Job Views:

2

Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be a key member of a collaborative, supportive team, focusing on M&A, investment, corporate governance, and intellectual property and tech 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, including share issues, buy-backs, and reorganizations
• Proficiency in drafting shareholder agreements and articles of association
• Legal due diligence and reporting
• Handling client calls independently
• Understanding of IP law is advantageous
• Strong team player with high performance and collaboration skills

What’s on Offer:

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

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