Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

JR United Kingdom; Stevenage; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join its dynamic corporate team. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in M&A processes, venture capital, and corporate governance, especially within the vibrant start-up community. As part of a supportive and collaborative environment, you will work with a diverse array of clients, from innovative start-ups to multinational corporations. The firm promotes flexible hybrid working and provides excellent career progression opportunities, making it an exciting place to advance 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

• 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 investments

Corporate advisory work

Client communication

Understanding of IP law

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

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

Client: CPL

Location: Stevenage

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 the firm's specialist corporate team, working with a wide range of impressive clients from start-ups to multinationals.

About the role: The successful candidate will be a key part of a hardworking, friendly, and supportive team with the opportunity to focus on M&A work, investment, and corporate governance, particularly in intellectual property and tech law 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
• General corporate advisory work such as share issues, buy-backs, and re-organisations
• Drafting shareholder agreements and articles of association
• Legal due diligence and advising on solutions
• Handling disclosure processes and reviewing related documents
• Drafting ancillary documents for acquisitions or disposals
• Client communication skills
• Understanding of IP law 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
• Join a leading specialist legal firm

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