Senior Associate

Stockport Nub News; Stockport; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer pension contribution

Life assurance (4x salary)

Medical cashback scheme

Enhanced sick pay

24-hour GP access

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Stockport Nub News in Stockport is seeking an experienced Senior Associate - Corporate Solicitor (5+ PQE) to take the lead on high-value corporate transactions. The role offers hybrid working and the chance to advise a diverse client base on complex corporate matters.

You will work autonomously on M&A, private equity, shareholder agreements, and governance while developing long-term client relationships and contributing to business development. A competitive package awaits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in Corporate Law.
• Strong technical expertise in M&A and corporate matters.
• Experience handling transactions with minimal supervision.
• Commercial awareness and client-facing skills.
• Proactive business development approach.

Responsibilities

• Leading on a variety of corporate transactions, including M&A (buy-side and sell-side)
• Advising on private equity and investment transactions
• Drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements
• Managing group restructures and corporate governance matters
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships
• Running matters independently from instruction through to completion
• Contributing to the firm's business development and networking activities
• Achieving billing targets while maintaining exceptional client service

Skills

Corporate law

M&A

Client-facing

Business development

Relationship management

Job description

Where

Stockport

Legal

Type

Permanent

Salary

85000 Annual

Senior Associate - Corporate Solicitor (5+ PQE)

Stockport (Hybrid Working)

£65,000 - £85,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Full Time Permanent

Take the Lead on High-Value Corporate Transactions

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Corporate Solicitor (5+ PQE) to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Stockport. This role offers the chance to work on a broad range of high-quality corporate matters while enjoying genuine autonomy, strong career progression opportunities, and flexible hybrid working.

You’ll join a collaborative and ambitious team, advising a diverse client base on complex corporate transactions and strategic business matters.

The Role

You Will Be Responsible For

• Leading on a variety of corporate transactions, including M&A (buy-side and sell-side)
• Advising on private equity and investment transactions
• Drafting and negotiating shareholder agreements
• Managing group restructures and corporate governance matters
• Building and maintaining long-term client relationships
• Running matters independently from instruction through to completion
• Contributing to the firm's business development and networking activities
• Achieving billing targets while maintaining exceptional client service

About You

• A minimum of 5 years' PQE in Corporate Law
• Strong technical expertise across M&A and general corporate matters
• Experience managing transactions with minimal supervision
• Commercial awareness and excellent client-facing skills
• A proactive approach to business development
• The ability to build and maintain strong professional relationships

What's On Offer?

Salary & Benefits

• £65,000 - £85,000 basic salary
• Employer pension contribution
• Life assurance (4x salary)
• Medical cashback scheme
• Enhanced sick pay
• 24-hour GP access
• Employee Assistance Programme

Work-Life Balance

• Hybrid working arrangement
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays + 3 days for Christmas
• Birthday off every year