Senior Associate – Corporate

Overview

As a Corporate Senior Associate, you will lead and manage mid-to-large cap M&A transactions for entrepreneurs and growing SMEs within a top-tier firm. You’ll work with highly regarded partners and help drive client relationships, business development, and the scale of the Corporate team. The role offers visibility, a clear progression toward partnership, and cross-referral exposure across litigation, private client, and property. This is a growth-focused opportunity at a firm known for strong support, modern Hybrid working, and a transparent career path. You’ll shape the practice and contribute to a collaborative, ambitious culture that backs its people.

Pay / Benefits

• hybrid working
• tech-enabled setup
• transparent partnership pathway
• high-quality work at scale
• collaborative culture
• supportive environment

Responsibilities

• Lead M&A transactions in the 5m-10m+ range with autonomy
• Develop and manage client relationships and drive business development
• Collaborate with Legal 500-ranked partners and Heads of Department
• Help shape and expand the Corporate team over time
• Access cross-functional work through a cross-referral network across litigation, private client, and property

Key requirements

• 6+ PQE in Corporate law with strong private company M&A experience
• Experience advising entrepreneurs, SMEs, and international clients
• Exposure to complementary areas (commercial, IP, banking, VC/PE)
• Ability to work independently in hybrid environments
• Strong business development and network-building ability
• Experience mentoring and developing junior lawyers

• business development
• network-building
• mentoring
• corporate law
• M&A for private companies
• transactional experience at 5m-10m+ scale

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