Corporate Senior Associate / Legal Director (5 yrs+' PQE)

Actis Recruitment; Stoke-on-Trent; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Corporate Senior Associate / Legal Director to manage transactions and mentor junior staff. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE in corporate law, experience in handling mergers and acquisitions, and strong leadership skills. The firm offers hybrid working arrangements and a supportive work environment with competitive salary ranging from £65,000 to £90,000.

Benefits

Generous holidays

Career development opportunities

Health and wellbeing policies

Qualifications

• 5+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in corporate law.
• Experience in managing transactions and mentoring junior staff.
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and disposals.
• Support the head of department on complex legal matters.
• Provide banking and finance advice.

Job description

Corporate Senior Associate / Legal Director (5 yrs+' PQE)

Salary:
£65,000 - £90,000

Ref:
57560/3

Location:
Stoke Potteries, Lancashire, Greater Manchester, Cheshire, North West

Areas of Law:
Corporate/Corporate Finance

Job Type:
Permanent

Level:
6 years plus, 4-6 years qualified

Sector:
Private practice

Contact: 0345 300 3577

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Overview

This firm is an independent, highly successful and sought-after practice. Led by an innovative and talented management team, the culture is vibrant and engaging, providing a great environment to further develop your career.

You will manage transactions, mentor junior staff, and support the head of department on complex matters.

This well-established team serves an impressive client base, including PLCs, UK subsidiaries, large private limited companies, SMEs, OMBs, entrepreneurs, and partnerships.

Typical instructions include:

• Mergers, acquisitions, and disposals
• MBOs and MBIs
• Group, company, and share restructuring
• AIM listings
• Partnership and shareholder agreements
• Company formation
• Company secretarial and Companies House compliance
• Banking and finance advice

You will work with high-caliber lawyers and capable support staff, many of whom are recommended in legal directories.

The firm offers enhanced benefits, health and wellbeing policies, social and community events, generous holidays, career development opportunities, and promotes a healthy work-life balance. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements are in place.

This firm is highly regarded for its supportive environment, strong leadership, and a professional yet friendly and sociable atmosphere.

Actis Legal specializes in the North West legal market, providing tailored advice and confidential support for candidates considering career moves. We encourage applications from all suitable candidates.

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