KMA Legal Recruitment
Corporate Associate

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A leading UK Top 100 law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate Associate to join their busy team in Guildford, South of London.
Role
You will join the firm's specialist corporate team who are recognised in the Legal 500 for their expertise. The team work with a wide range of clients including entrepreneurs and mid-market enterprises.
You’ll work on a broad range of matters including corporate restructures, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, shareholder and board advisory matters, and general corporate governance. You will manage your own caseload taking the lead on various transactions as well as assisting Partners on more complex higher value matters.
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Candidate
You must have between 2-4 years PQE in corporate law from a well regarded private practice firm. It is essential you have a solid technical understanding of corporate law.


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Why apply?
This role will offer you a high level of responsibility as well as excellent opportunities for professional growth and development.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a friendly supportive team that genuinely emphasises work-life balance whilst still attracting an outstanding quality of work.
For more information please contact Kate Albon at KMA Legal or apply as directed.
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