Corporate Associate

We are working with a highly regarded international law firm with a long-established reputation for advising entrepreneurs, private capital, family businesses and growth companies at key moments in their lifecycle. The firm is known for its collaborative culture, high performance standards and genuinely partner-led approach to client service. Rather than operating in silos, teams work closely together across offices and practice areas, giving lawyers broad exposure, real responsibility and direct client contact from day one. The Team The Corporate team advises a diverse client base including founders, privately owned and family businesses, investors, management teams and institutions. The practice combines transactional M&A expertise with ongoing strategic and advisory work, often acting as trusted counsel to clients across their day-to-day operations, investments and long-term growth plans. Work spans multiple sectors and international private capital. You can expect a mix of: Mid-market and cross-border M&A Private investments and shareholder arrangements General corporate advisory Governance and restructuring matters Ongoing outside general counsel support to entrepreneurial and investor-backed businesses The Role This is a key hire into a close-knit, high-performing team. You will play an active role in leading transactions, managing client relationships and mentoring juniors, with genuine responsibility and visibility from the outset. Typical responsibilities include: Drafting and negotiating share and asset purchase agreements Shareholders' and investment agreements Articles of association and related constitutional documents Managing due diligence and transaction processes Supporting negotiations and running matters day-to-day Acting as a trusted adviser to clients on strategic and commercial issues About You 5-8 years' PQE gained within a well-regarded Corporate/M&A team Strong technical drafting and transaction management skills Confident leading workstreams and client contact independently Commercial, pragmatic and solutions-focused Enjoys working closely with clients and building long-term relationships Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset International or cross-border experience beneficial but not essential What's on Offer High quality, varied work with entrepreneurial and private capital clients Early responsibility and genuine client exposure Supportive, non-hierarchical culture Hybrid working Competitive salary and benefits package Clear progression path If you're looking to move into a team where you can take ownership of your work, build meaningful client relationships and be part of a collaborative, forward-thinking firm, we'd love to hear from you