Remote-First Corporate Counsel — M&A & Growth Driver

Benedict Holding; England; Hybrid; GBP 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to £110,000 per annum

Discretionary bonus up to 10%

Significant autonomy and influence

Job summary

A fast-growing care group based in the UK seeks a full-time Legal Counsel to support corporate, M&A and investment activities. This remote-first role requires attendance at the head office once a month. Candidates should be UK-qualified solicitors with 4–6+ years of PQE and strong experience in private M&A transactions. The successful candidate will play a critical role in strategic decision-making and managing complex transactions within a dynamic environment. Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses offered.

Qualifications

• Proven success in a corporate lawyer environment.
• Experience with £100m+ transactions.
• A pragmatic approach with minimal supervision required.

Responsibilities

• Project-managing corporate and M&A transactions.
• Advising on transaction structure and drafting terms.
• Coordinating external advisers and managing due diligence.

Skills

UK-qualified solicitor with current practicing certificate

Strong private M&A experience

Confidence coordinating multiple stakeholders

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

Qualified solicitor (or equivalent)

Approximately 4-6+ years' PQE

Training from a top-tier corporate law firm

Job description

A fast-growing care group based in the UK seeks a full-time Legal Counsel to support corporate, M&A and investment activities. This remote-first role requires attendance at the head office once a month. Candidates should be UK-qualified solicitors with 4–6+ years of PQE and strong experience in private M&A transactions. The successful candidate will play a critical role in strategic decision-making and managing complex transactions within a dynamic environment. Competitive salary and discretionary bonuses offered.