Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

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

Job summary

An industry-leading legal firm in Manchester is seeking a Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to enhance their corporate team. This role offers the chance to work on M&A processes, venture capital, and corporate governance, particularly within the vibrant start-up community. With a focus on collaboration and high performance, you'll be part of a friendly environment that values your expertise in intellectual property and tech law. This position promises attractive benefits and opportunities for career progression, making it an exciting step in your legal career.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE as a qualified lawyer.
• Experience in M&A, venture capital, and private equity.

Responsibilities

• Join a supportive team focusing on M&A and corporate governance.
• Handle client calls independently and produce legal documents.

Skills

M&A processes

Venture capital investments

Private equity investments

Corporate governance

Intellectual property law

Legal due diligence

Client communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

Job Title:

Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm, Manchester

Client:

CPL

Location:

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

What you'll need to succeed:

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience in M&A processes
• Experience in venture capital and/or private equity investments
• Knowledge of general corporate advisory work such as share issues, buy-backs, and reorganizations
• Experience producing shareholder agreements and articles of association
• Legal due diligence experience
• 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
• Opportunities for career progression
• The chance to join a leading legal firm

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