Senior Corporate M&A Leader — Hybrid & Growth Path

JMC Legal Recruitment Limited; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Award-winning progression programme

Wellbeing and work-life balance

Job summary

JMC Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking a Senior Associate for a leading Corporate M&A team outside London. You will lead high-value transactions, manage workstreams, and mentor juniors while building strong client relationships.

You will benefit from a structured progression programme, supportive culture, and hybrid working in the West of England. The role offers exposure to complex deals and international work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' PQE in Corporate M&A and private equity
• Strong drafting and technical skills
• Commercial, client-focused with high-profile clients
• Experience supervising juniors and managing workstreams
• Ambition and collaborative, balanced environment

Responsibilities

• Lead on M&A and private equity transactions across full deal lifecycle
• Manage workstreams and supervise junior lawyers
• Build direct client relationships and contribute to BD
• Participate in development programmes and leadership training
• Collaborate with team to deliver market-leading advice

Skills

5+ years' PQE in Corporate M&A

Private equity experience

Strong drafting skills

Client relationship management

Mentoring juniors

Job description

JMC Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking a Senior Associate for a leading Corporate M&A team outside London. You will lead high-value transactions, manage workstreams, and mentor juniors while building strong client relationships.

You will benefit from a structured progression programme, supportive culture, and hybrid working in the West of England. The role offers exposure to complex deals and international work.