Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer – Interim Contract (7-8+ PQE)

The Stephen James Partnership; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer for a 2-month interim role. This fully remote position offers the chance to work on high-value transactions within the renewable energy sector. Ideal candidates will have 7-8+ years of PQE and a strong background in corporate law, particularly in M&A. This is an excellent opportunity to engage in high-quality transactional work while contributing to a growing strategic sector. If you're ready to take on challenging projects and collaborate with top professionals, this role is for you.

Benefits

Fully remote working model

Optional office access

High-quality transactional work

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with significant experience in M&A transactions.
• Background in a top 50 UK law firm is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead on complex UK and cross-border M&A transactions.
• Draft and negotiate key corporate documents.

Skills

M&A Transactions

Corporate Law

Negotiation Skills

Joint Ventures

Education

Solicitor Qualification

7-8+ years' PQE

Job description

About the job

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer to join its team on a 2 month interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior associate to work on high-value transactions in the renewable energy sector, within a fully remote setup.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support on complex UK and cross-border M&A transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate key corporate documents (e.g., SPAs, shareholder agreements)
• Advise on strategic matters related to joint ventures and investments in the renewables space
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external advisors to manage deal execution

About You

• England & Wales qualified solicitor with 7-8+ years' PQE
• Background at a top 50 UK law firm
• Strong experience running large-scale M&A transactions
• Exposure to or strong interest in the renewables or energy sectors

What's on Offer

• Fully remote working model with optional office access
• High-quality transactional work in a growing strategic sector
• Competitive salary