Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm

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

Job summary

An industry-leading legal firm is seeking a Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) to join their dynamic team in Swindon. This role offers the opportunity to work on M&A transactions, venture capital investments, and corporate governance, particularly within the tech sector. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, providing essential legal guidance to a diverse clientele, from startups to multinational corporations. With an attractive salary and flexible hybrid working arrangements, this position is perfect for those looking to advance their legal career in a supportive and innovative setting.

Benefits

Attractive salary and benefits package

Flexible hybrid working

Ongoing career progression opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Handle transactions with partner support.
• Draft shareholder agreements and conduct legal due diligence.

Skills

M&A processes

Venture capital investment

Private equity investment

Corporate advisory work

Client communication skills

Education

Qualified lawyer (5+ years PQE)

Job description

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Corporate Lawyer (Senior Associate) - Leading Firm, Swindon, Wiltshire

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Client:

CPL

Location:

Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

02.05.2025

Expiry Date:

16.06.2025

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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 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 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: The ideal candidate should have significant experience and confidence to handle transactions with partner support, including:

• Qualified lawyer with 5+ years PQE
• Experience with M&A processes
• Venture capital and/or private equity investment experience
• General corporate advisory work such as share issues, buy-backs, and re-organisations
• Producing shareholder agreements and bespoke articles of association
• Legal due diligence and advising on solutions
• Handling disclosure processes and reviewing disclosure letters or schedules
• Drafting ancillary documents on 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
• The chance to join a leading specialist legal firm

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