Full job descriptionRole Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Corporate Associate to join a fast-growing and highly regarded corporate team in Leeds. This role offers exposure to a broad range of high-quality corporate transactions, with a particular focus on mergers and acquisitions.

The successful candidate will join a nationally recognised team advising a diverse client base on a wide range of corporate matters.

This position would suit an ambitious lawyer looking to accelerate their career development while working on complex and high-value transactions alongside experienced corporate specialists. The role offers early client exposure and the opportunity to take on increasing levels of responsibility from the outset.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with between 2 and 4 years’ PQE and experience in corporate law, particularly M&A transactions.

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

*Experience advising on mergers, acquisitions and corporate transactions
*Strong technical legal skills and commercial awareness
*The ability to manage workstreams independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider team
*Excellent communication and client relationship skills
*Strong drafting and negotiation abilities
*Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
*Experience providing pragmatic and commercially focused advice
*An understanding of client needs and expectations
*A proactive approach and willingness to learn
*Flexibility and the ability to work to transaction deadlines when required
Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have involvement in:
*Supporting and leading on mergers, acquisitions and disposal transactions
*Advising on the acquisition and disposal of businesses, assets and shares
*Assisting with public company transactions, including IPOs and equity fundraisings
*Managing and supporting due diligence exercises, data room reviews and disclosure processes
*Preparing and finalising disclosure letters and supporting documentation
*Assisting with investment documentation on private equity-backed transactions
*Drafting and negotiating ancillary transaction documents
*Advising on wider corporate matters including restructurings, shareholders’ agreements, joint ventures and LLP agreements
*Supporting business development initiatives, pitches and tenders
*Building and maintaining strong client relationships
*Working closely with colleagues across a national corporate practice on a variety of complex matters
What’s on Offer*Opportunity to join a rapidly growing corporate team
*High-quality M&A and transactional work
*Exposure to a national client base and cross-office matters
*Early client contact and responsibility
*Clear opportunities for progression and career development
*Supportive and collaborative team environment
*Broad exposure to M&A, private equity, equity capital markets and corporate advisory work
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This is an excellent opportunity for a Corporate Solicitor looking to develop their career within a growing and ambitious corporate team handling high-quality transactional work.

To be considered for this opportunity, please apply with an up-to-date CV.