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About the Role
PwC is an independent member of the PwC international network of firms. Based in London and Manchester, we employ over 350 legal fee‑earners. We offer client‑focused legal advice and ongoing general counsel support across more than 85 countries. The Corporate practice is one of our largest practice groups, focusing on corporate and business structuring projects ranging from large cross‑territory reorganisation to smaller intra‑group reorganisation, M&A, private equity, LLPs and European company law.
What Your Days Will Look Like
- Dynamic and Varied Work: The successful candidate will handle a wide range of corporate matters, working closely with PwC teams across London, regional offices, and globally, ensuring exposure to diverse projects rather than repetitive deals.
- Technical Expertise and Transactional Knowledge: A high level of technical competence and understanding of corporate transactional mechanics is essential, along with strong organisational skills to manage significant responsibilities on transactions.
- Client and Internal Relationship Building: Candidates are encouraged to develop strong relationships with clients and PwC professionals, actively networking and collaborating across teams to support business growth.
- Autonomy with Supervision: You will run certain matters under the guidance of Corporate partners while working closely with other fee earners, requiring enthusiasm, adaptability, and the ability to take ownership of tasks.
This Role Is For You If
- Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or equivalent common law jurisdiction.
- Excellent academic background.
- A solid general corporate law background.
- Experience of intra‑group corporate and business structuring work.
- An interest in working in a variety of corporate areas.
- Strong client service skills.
- NQ to 3 years PQE.
- Primarily a team player but also able to work under own initiative.
What You’ll Receive From Us
No matter where you may be in your career or personal life, our benefits are designed to add value and support, recognising and rewarding you fairly for your contributions. We offer a range of benefits including empowered flexibility and a working week split between office, home and client site; private medical cover and 24/7 access to a qualified virtual GP; six volunteering days a year and much more.
