Hybrid Corporate Associate | M&A & Private Equity

Executive Network Legal Limited; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

Executive Network Legal Limited in Cheltenham is seeking a Corporate Associate to join a well-regarded national law firm. The role offers exposure to high-quality corporate matters and close work with Partners, developing client relationships and taking increasing responsibility over time.

The successful candidate will bring 2–5 years' PQE with strong experience in corporate transactions and superb drafting/negotiation skills, in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Around 2–5 years' PQE, with expectation of strong corporate exposure.
• Strong experience across a range of corporate transactions.
• Excellent technical and commercial ability.
• Confidence to deal directly with clients and stakeholders.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Genuine interest in business and developing long-term client relationships.
• Ambition to progress within a leading corporate practice.

Responsibilities

• Work on mergers, acquisitions and private equity transactions.
• Assist with corporate reorganisations, restructurings and governance.
• Contribute to joint ventures, share sales and acquisitions, and general advisory work.
• Collaborate with Partners and senior lawyers on complex matters.
• Develop client relationships and manage own matters over time.

Skills

Corporate transactions experience

Drafting and negotiation skills

Client relationship development

Career progression ambitions

Education

Solicitor admission (UK)

Job description

Executive Network Legal Limited in Cheltenham is seeking a Corporate Associate to join a well-regarded national law firm. The role offers exposure to high-quality corporate matters and close work with Partners, developing client relationships and taking increasing responsibility over time.

The successful candidate will bring 2–5 years' PQE with strong experience in corporate transactions and superb drafting/negotiation skills, in a dynamic and collaborative environment.