At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-profile corporate transactions and mentor junior lawyers in a dynamic team.
- Company: Join a top-tier regional law firm with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, hybrid working, and 25 days holiday.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and involvement in diverse initiatives.
- Why this job: Make an impact in corporate law while enjoying a strong work/life balance.
- Qualifications: 5-7 years PQE in corporate law with excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 80000 - 100000 £ per year.
A leading regional law firm is seeking an experienced and ambitious Senior Associate (5-7 PQE) to join its highly ranked Corporate team in Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to take a senior role within a Legal 500 Tier 1 practice, working on high calibre transactions alongside partners with significant City experience – all while enjoying a supportive culture and strong work/life balance.
You’ll join a collaborative, solutions focused team that works with clients ranging from entrepreneurial start ups to major international organisations. The work is varied, complex and commercially significant, offering exposure to transactions that rival those of London firms.
The Role
You will play a key role in the continued growth and development of the Corporate team, taking the lead on a wide range of matters including:
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Venture capital investments
- Cross border transactions
- Private equity deals
- Joint ventures
- Corporate restructurings
In this senior position, you will:
- Manage and deepen client relationships
- Supervise and mentor junior lawyers
- Contribute to the strategic development of the practice
- Build sector expertise across private equity, venture capital and corporate finance
- Support business development and profile raising initiatives
This is an ideal opportunity for someone seeking high quality work, strong progression prospects and a positive, modern working environment.
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a Senior Associate who can demonstrate:
- 5-7 years’ PQE in a high performing corporate team
- Strong technical ability and commercial judgment
- Confidence managing complex transactions with autonomy
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine interest in the corporate landscape, including M&A, private equity and venture capital
- The ability to build long lasting client relationships
- A proactive, ambitious and collaborative approach
You will bring enthusiasm for corporate law, awareness of market trends and the ability to provide commercially informed advice in a fast moving environment.
Career Development
The firm is committed to supporting your progression, offering:
- Opportunities to deepen sector knowledge
- Access to business development initiatives
- Support to build your professional profile
- A culture centred around openness, teamwork, growth and making a difference
You’ll be encouraged to develop your career in a way that aligns with your goals, supported by a forward thinking and people focused environment.
Benefits
The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Competitive salary with annual review
- Hybrid working and strong work/life balance
- 25 days’ holiday (increasing with service)
- Private medical insurance
- A wide range of wellbeing and lifestyle benefits
- Opportunities to get involved in responsible business initiatives, charity work and D&I groups
How to Apply
For a confidential discussion or to apply, please contact: Olivia Reed
