Senior Corporate Associate (Lawyer)

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a Senior Associate with over 5 years PQE in corporate law. The role involves delivering high-quality legal advice, managing projects, and supervising junior associates. A supportive environment offers opportunities for career growth, and a hybrid working model is available, promoting work-life balance.

Benefits

Hybrid working model

Opportunities for travel

Transparent career progression

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in corporate law.
• Experience in a private practice corporate team.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal advice across multiple corporate transactions.
• Lead and manage transactional projects with minimal supervision.
• Supervise junior fee-earners and coordinate with external experts.
• Run due diligence processes and manage virtual data rooms.
• Draft and negotiate key transaction documents.

Skills

UK-qualified solicitor

Experience in corporate law

Project management skills

Client-focused

Job description

• Leading work with a top tier firm
• Opportunity for growth and development

About Our Client

Our client is a progressive, top 100 UK law firm with a strong presence across London, the South West, and Thames Valley. With over 36 specialist areas, the firm offers a dynamic and supportive environment for ambitious legal professionals to thrive.

Job Description

A leading law firm is seeking a talented and experienced Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join its growing Corporate Team in London. This is a key role within a high-performing team of 30 fee-earners, including 14 partners, spread across multiple offices. The team advises a diverse client base ranging from entrepreneurial start-ups and high-growth companies to large private and listed entities.

You'll be instrumental in supporting partners, managing junior associates, and strengthening client relationships across a broad range of corporate matters including:

• M&A transactions
• Equity fundraisings (Venture Capital & Private Equity)
• Joint ventures, partnerships & shareholder agreements
• Corporate restructuring & governance
• Employee share schemes

Key responsibilities include:

• Deliver high-quality, commercially focused legal advice across multiple corporate transactions
• Lead and manage transactional projects with minimal supervision
• Supervise junior fee-earners and coordinate with external experts
• Run due diligence processes and manage virtual data rooms
• Draft and negotiate key transaction documents including SPAs, investment agreements, and disclosure letters
• Oversee signing and completion processes
• Contribute to strategic goals and business development initiatives
• Build and maintain strong client and referrer relationships

The Successful Applicant

• UK-qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE in corporate law
• Proven experience in a private practice corporate team
• Commercially astute and client-focused
• Strong project management and organisational skills
• Ambitious and proactive in career development

What's on Offer

• Hybrid working model: 3 days in-office, 2 days remote (subject to business needs)
• Opportunities for travel to other UK offices
• Transparent career progression framework
• Inclusive and supportive culture
• Commitment to reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities