Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to become a key member of its dynamic legal team. This role offers the chance to work on diverse M&A transactions and corporate governance matters, particularly in the vibrant tech sector. With a flexible hybrid working environment and a commitment to career progression, this position is perfect for a qualified lawyer looking to make a significant impact in a supportive and collaborative setting. Seize this opportunity to advance your career in a leading legal firm!

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Opportunities for career progression

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE as a qualified lawyer with M&A experience.
• Ability to manage transactions with partner support.

Responsibilities

• Join a corporate team focusing on M&A, investment, and corporate governance.
• Handle client calls independently and draft necessary legal documents.

Skills

Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE

Experience with M&A processes

Venture capital and/or private equity investment processes

General corporate advisory work

Legal due diligence

Strong team player

Job description

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Client:

CPL

Location:

Portsmouth, Hampshire, 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 vital part of a hardworking, friendly, and supportive team, with opportunities to focus on M&A work, investment, and corporate governance, especially in intellectual property and tech law within the vibrant start-up community in NI.

What you'll need to succeed: The ideal candidate should have significant experience in the following areas and be confident to manage transactions with partner support:

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience with M&A processes
• Venture capital and/or private equity investment processes
• General corporate advisory work such as share issues, buy-backs, and reorganizations
• Producing shareholder agreements and bespoke articles of association
• Legal due diligence, including reports and solutions advice
• Reviewing disclosure letters or schedules
• Drafting ancillary documents for acquisitions or disposals
• Handling client calls independently; understanding of IP is an advantage
• 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.

Skills: lawyer, solicitor, senior associate