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Senior Corporate Associate/Lawyer

Rutherford Search

London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Corporate Associate to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects in the Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure sector, where you will lead complex corporate transactions and provide strategic guidance to a diverse client base. The firm is known for its collaborative environment, allowing you to develop junior lawyers while building strong client relationships. If you are a proactive legal professional with a strong track record in corporate law, this is your chance to make a significant impact in a supportive setting.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years' experience in corporate law within an international or national firm.
  • Strong background in Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure sector.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage complex corporate transactions in the relevant sector.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents with precision.

Skills

Corporate Law
Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
Negotiation Skills
Client Relationship Management
Legal Document Drafting

Education

Law Degree
Post-Qualification Experience (5+ years)

Job description

Our Client

Our client, an international law firm with a strong reputation in the Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure sector, is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Associate for their London office. Known for handling complex, multijurisdictional transactions, the firm's practice spans construction, project development, acquisitions, and financing for prominent clients. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile projects within a supportive and collaborative team.

Position Overview

As a Senior Corporate Associate, you will play a key role in the firm's Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure practice, working on a broad range of transactions, including M&A, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse client base, including corporates, investment funds, development finance institutions, governments, and commercial banks, on both UK and international matters.

Main Duties

Key responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

  1. Lead and manage complex corporate transactions in the Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure sector, coordinating with a wider team of specialists.
  2. Advise clients on a broad mix of asset classes, providing commercial and strategic guidance.
  3. Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, ensuring attention to detail and accuracy.
  4. Contribute to the development of junior lawyers through training and knowledge sharing.
  5. Build and maintain strong client relationships, delivering exceptional service and value.
Your Profile
  1. 5+ years' post-qualification experience gained within an international or national firm.
  2. Strong corporate experience in the Energy, Natural Resources & Infrastructure sector, with a track record of leading deals.
  3. Strong academic record and excellent communication skills.
  4. Proactive and commercial approach, with a 'one team' mentality.

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Rebecca Collins.
Email: rebecca@rutherfordsearch.com
Phone: 020 3778 0846
Reference Code: 36910

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