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Corporate Associate

Reading
Posted about 13 hours ago
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A leading Thames Valley Legal 500 law firm are seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its corporate team in Reading.

Role

You will join a team who advise on all types of corporate law, specifically high value complex transactions. Work will include:

  • Mergers and acquisitions
  • Company restructures and reorganisations
  • Shareholder agreements
  • Joint ventures
  • Corporate governance matters
  • Share and asset sales and purchases
  • Private equity and investment transactions
  • General company law advice

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You will manage your own caseload while supporting on larger and more complex transactions, building strong client relationships and contributing to the continued success of the team.

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Please apply if you are an Associate or Senior Associate (4 years+ PQE) from a well regarded corporate department. You must have experience in a broad range of corporate matters including private company M&A.

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Why apply?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a team ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners.

The firm have a wide range of learning and development opportunities to help you progress your career. They also offer a comprehensive rewards package in addition to hybrid working.

For more information please contact Kate Albon at KMA Legal on 07594 726 928 or kate.albon@kmalegal.co.uk

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Skills

Corporate Law
Mergers and Acquisitions
Company Restructures
Shareholder Agreements
Joint Ventures
Corporate Governance
Share and Asset Sales
Private Equity
Investment Transactions
General Company Law
Caseload Management
Client Relationship Management

Location

Reading, England, United Kingdom

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