Corporate Senior Associate (M&A)
Location: Manchester (Hybrid)
Salary: £75,000 to £95,000 + bonus
Experience: Around 6 years’ PQE (or equivalent)
Our client is looking to recruit a Corporate Senior Associate into its Manchester team, with a strong focus on M&A.
This is a standout time to join. The business is going through an exciting period of transition and significant investment, which is driving a strong pipeline of new work and creating genuine opportunities for career development and progression as the team grows.
What You’ll Be Doing
* Advising on a broad range of corporate matters, with a particular emphasis on mergers and acquisitions
* Managing transactions from initial instruction through to completion, working efficiently and commercially
* Drafting, reviewing and negotiating key corporate documents and ancillary agreements
* Supporting due diligence exercises and coordinating input from other specialist teams where required
* Building trusted relationships with clients and delivering a high standard of client care
* Supporting the wider team with supervision and matter management as appropriate for level
* Contributing to business development and helping to grow client relationships over time
What We’re Looking For
* Qualified solicitor with around 6 years’ PQE (or equivalent) in corporate law
* Strong, hands-on M&A experience and confidence running transactions with appropriate support
* Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with strong attention to detail
* Commercial mindset and a practical approach to problem-solving
* Strong organisation and the ability to manage competing deadlines
* Confident communicator who works well with colleagues and clients
What’s On Offer
* Salary of £75,000 to £95,000 (dependent on experience) plus bonus
* High-quality corporate work with a strong M&A focus
* Clear development opportunities as the business grows and investment continues
* Hybrid working: 2 days per week from home
* Supportive team environment with scope to take on responsibility at senior associate level
Working Arrangements
* Manchester
* Hybrid working available (2 days per week from home),
* Full-time, permanent
Next Steps
Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.
All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.
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