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William James Recruitment

Corporate Senior Associate

Birmingham
£120k/yr
Posted about 14 hours ago
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Corporate Senior Associate - Birmingham - Up to £120,000

A leading commercial law firm is seeking an ambitious Corporate Senior Associate to join its growing Corporate team in Birmingham.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior corporate lawyer looking to take the next step in their career within a high-performing and entrepreneurial team. The role offers exposure to a broad mix of UK and international transactions, the opportunity to take ownership of complex matters and a clear pathway towards future leadership and progression.

Working closely with experienced partners and corporate specialists, you will advise a diverse client base including listed companies, investors, financial institutions, brokers and growth businesses across a wide range of sectors.

The Role:

  • Advise on a wide range of Equity Capital Markets transactions, including IPOs, secondary fundraisings, placings, subscriptions and other capital raising exercises
  • Work on public company matters, public M&A transactions and corporate governance issues
  • Lead and manage transactions from instruction through to completion, taking ownership of client relationships and deal execution
  • Advise listed companies, financial institutions, investors and corporate clients on regulatory and transactional matters
  • Support clients operating across a variety of sectors including technology, healthcare, life sciences, financial services, manufacturing, real estate and consumer markets
  • Gain exposure to cross-border transactions involving international stakeholders and overseas jurisdictions
  • Work closely with partners on larger and strategically important matters
  • Assist with the supervision, mentoring and development of junior lawyers
  • Play an active role in business development, networking and profile-raising activities
  • Build strong, long-term relationships with clients and key industry contacts

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About You:

  • Qualified Solicitor ideally with 6+ years' PQE
  • Strong experience in Equity Capital Markets, public company work and/or public M&A transactions
  • Excellent technical legal skills and a strong understanding of corporate transactional work
  • Experience managing transactions and taking responsibility for client relationships
  • Strong commercial awareness and the ability to provide practical, business-focused advice
  • Experience mentoring or supervising junior team members
  • Excellent negotiation, communication and stakeholder management skills
  • A proactive and ambitious approach to career development
  • An interest in networking, business development and contributing to the continued success of the team

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The Benefits:

  • Salary of up to £120,000 depending on experience
  • Generous annual leave plus the option to buy extra days
  • Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
  • Private healthcare and wellbeing support
  • Enhanced pension scheme
  • Life and critical illness cover
  • Employee assistance programme
  • Season ticket and cycle-to-work schemes
  • Comprehensive learning and development programmes

Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone.

Contact: Declan Young (Corporate & Commercial Specialist)

  • Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
  • Mobile: 07931 998 526
  • Email: declan.young@williamjamesrecruitment.com

More About William James Recruitment

William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with a range of highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.

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