Senior Associate Corporate Law

Artemis Human Capital; Belfast; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate law team in Belfast is seeking a Senior Associate with significant corporate and transactional expertise. This role involves management of high-profile mergers and acquisitions, equity investments, and commercial governance. The ideal candidate should be a qualified solicitor with at least 5 years of experience, strong knowledge of UK law, and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary and a supportive team environment await, alongside great opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law.
• Strong technical knowledge of UK company law.
• Demonstrated ability to manage significant matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex corporate transactions.
• Provide commercially grounded advice to clients.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documentation.

Skills

Corporate law expertise

Transaction documentation drafting

Client relationship management

Team mentoring

Commercial mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Senior Associate – Corporate (Belfast)

A leading corporate law team in Belfast is seeking a Senior Associate with strong corporate and transactional experience to join its dynamic and busy department.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile mergers & acquisitions, private equity, joint ventures and other corporate matters for a diverse range of clients including growth businesses, investors, and multinational companies. The team works collaboratively across practice areas to deliver commercially focused, high-quality legal advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex corporate transactions, including M&A, restructurings, equity investments and commercial governance matters
• Provide commercially grounded advice to clients at all stages of the corporate lifecycle
• Draft and negotiate transaction documentation and related corporate governance documentation
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and support staff
• Build and maintain strong client relationships

Person Specification

• Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in corporate law, ideally within a commercial law firm context
• Strong technical knowledge of UK company law and corporate transactional work
• Demonstrated ability to manage significant matters independently and as part of a team
• Excellent drafting, communication and client relationship skills
• Commercial mindset and keen attention to detail

What’s on Offer

• Hands‑on involvement in market‑leading corporate work
• A collaborative and ambitious team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Competitive salary and benefits package

This is a compelling role for a lawyer looking to further their career in corporate law with exposure to sophisticated, high‑impact transactions. For more information, reach out to Ciara O’Connor at Artemis Human Capital.