Corporate Senior Associate / Legal Director

Corporate Senior Associate / Legal Director 7+ PQE Leading National Law Firm Hybrid Working Leeds

BCL Legal is pleased to be partnering with a prominent national law firm on the appointment of a Corporate Senior Associate or Legal Director to join its established and growing Corporate team in Leeds.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced corporate lawyer to join a highly respected practice that acts for a diverse client base spanning both the public and private sectors. The team advises on a broad range of corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, private equity investments and governance issues.

The firm has experienced significant growth in recent years and continues to invest in the expansion of its regional teams. With an excellent reputation in the market, it offers access to high-quality work, strong career development prospects and a genuinely collaborative culture.

The Opportunity

As a senior member of the team, you will play a key role in advising clients on a wide range of corporate transactions and strategic matters. Responsibilities will include:

• Leading and supporting complex corporate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures and reorganisations.
• Advising on company law, corporate governance and shareholder matters.
• Working closely with partners and other senior stakeholders on significant client mandates.
• Developing and maintaining long term client relationships across a broad range of sectors.
• Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers within the team.
• Collaborating with colleagues across complementary practice areas to deliver a seamless client experience.
• Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to the continued growth of the Corporate practice.

The team acts for an impressive client base including large corporates, owner managed businesses, investors, lenders, housing associations, public sector organisations and fast growing companies.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of 7 years' PQE gained within a recognised corporate practice.
• Strong experience advising on M&A transactions, joint ventures, restructurings and general corporate matters.
• Experience working with clients in the housing, healthcare or public sectors would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Excellent technical ability coupled with strong commercial judgement.
• Previous experience supervising, mentoring and developing junior team members.
• A proactive approach to client relationship management and business development.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build credibility with clients and colleagues alike.
• A collaborative and team oriented mindset.

The Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Exposure to high quality and varied corporate work.
• Clear progression opportunities at Senior Associate and Legal Director level.
• A supportive, inclusive and forward thinking culture.
• Generous holiday entitlement with the option to purchase additional leave.
• Private medical insurance, pension provision, life assurance and wellbeing benefits.
• Excellent training and professional development opportunities.

The Firm

This award winning national practice is recognised for its strength across a number of key sectors and continues to receive strong rankings in the legal directories. Known for its people first approach, the firm places a genuine emphasis on collaboration, inclusion, wellbeing and professional development.

The successful candidate will join a highly regarded Corporate team that combines first class work with a supportive and approachable culture, making it an excellent platform for ambitious lawyers looking to further their careers.

BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.