Corporate Associate - Legal 100 - Thames Valley We are actively seeking an ambitious Corporate Associate (2 PQE) to join a highly regarded Legal 100 firm based in the Thames Valley due to expansion in their top-tier team. This is a Chambers-rated corporate practice which offers excellent exposure to an impressive array of both regional, city and international clients. You can expect to assist on complex M&A; Private Equity and a diverse range of corporate matters from day one. The successful individual will have a background in corporate law and be looking to step-up to a heavyweight national firm working on a stellar roster of blue-chip clients in the UK and internationally. This position offers an exciting platform for career development as the successful individual will enjoy high visibility (both within and outside the firm), a key role in business development and full partner support. Among the clients are multi-national corporations, public companies, professional partnerships, banks and financial institutions as well as private individuals, owner managed businesses and start-ups. The positions offer the opportunity to work on a broad variety of matters. You will have experience of and typically be involved in the following: * M&A * Private Equity / Venture Capital * Capital markets listings / IPOs * Public company takeovers * JV's * Group restructurings * Corporate advisory matters The ideal candidate will be well organised with a keen eye for detail, proactive and, most importantly, a team player. This role would ideally suit an experienced Corporate Associate with 2-3 years’ plus PQE experience who is looking to grow their career at a leading national law firm where they will be supported and encouraged to play a leading role in advising large corporate clients (often international organisations), ambitious investee companies and high net worth individuals on M&A, early stage investments, reorganisations, shareholder arrangements, option schemes and other day-to-day corporate law matters. Skills / Experience Required You will have between 2 and 6 years' PQE and relevant corporate law experience gained with a recognised regional or London commercial firm. A proven track record or keen interest in business development and client relationship management is highly desirable as is a commercial approach. Personal qualities we seek include: * Strong technical expertise * Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate effectively at all levels * Commercial outlook * Dedication to exceptional client service delivery * Proactive style and ability to act on your own initiative * Dedication, determination and loyalty to colleagues, clients and communities * Collegiate and team-playing approach * Relationship-driven and people oriented * Solid relevant technical expertise and intellectual ability * Enthusiastic and committed to a career in clinical negligence work * Strong analytical skills * Excellent client care skills * Self-motivation and the ability to assume responsibility for your own matters The work of the team is high-quality and diverse and covers a broad range of corporate transactional and advisory work, including: Private M&A (both buy side and sell side) Private equity (principally management advisory and portfolio work) High growth companies / shareholders agreements and articles / equity fundraising Corporate rationalisations / reorganisations General corporate advisory Partnership law Inward investment and cross border An excellent knowledge of transactional processes is required and this opportunity requires excellent IT/keyboard skills, planning and organisational skills as well as a flexible and positive attitude to your work. You will be joining an established team therefore the ability to work as part of a team is equally important. This opportunity offers excellent long-term career development potential and the successful candidate will enjoy a collegiate team environment and generous financial package plus benefits. The firm provide excellent long-term career opportunities for ambitious candidates with market-leading salaries (outside London), and a comprehensive package of benefits. To apply, please submit your CV via the link below. Alternatively, contact ben@stonorlegal.com in strictest confidence.