Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

JR United Kingdom; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An exceptional opportunity awaits you at a leading legal firm in Newcastle-upon-Tyne! As a Senior Associate Corporate Lawyer, you'll join a supportive team and focus on M&A processes, corporate governance, and intellectual property law. This role offers the chance to work with diverse clients, from start-ups to multinationals, and contribute to high-impact projects. With flexible hybrid working options and ongoing career progression opportunities, this position is perfect for a passionate legal professional looking to make a significant impact in the vibrant legal landscape of Northern Ireland.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working

Ongoing career progression opportunities

Attractive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Focus on M&A work and corporate governance.
• Drafting shareholder agreements and advising on solutions.

Skills

M&A processes

Venture capital

Private equity investment

Corporate governance

Intellectual property law

Client communication

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

Job Title:

Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Client:

CPL

Location:

Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Tyne and Wear, 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 friendly, supportive team and will have the opportunity to focus on M&A work, investment, 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 would have significant prior experience, including but not limited to:

• Qualified Lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience in M&A processes
• Venture capital and/or private equity investment experience
• General corporate advisory work such as share issues, buy-backs, and reorganisations
• Producing 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
• Strong team player with experience in high-performing, collaborative environments

What's on offer: An attractive salary and benefits package, flexible hybrid working, ongoing career progression opportunities, and 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.