Senior Associate

Description:

A prestigious Legal 100 national law firm is seeking a Senior Corporate Associate (5+ PQE) to join its established and growing corporate team in Birmingham. This opportunity offers a flexible hybrid working model (three days in the office, two days remote), a competitive salary of £85,000+, plus a bonus of up to 20%, dependent on experience and performance.

The role is predominantly transactional and would suit an experienced corporate solicitor with strong exposure to mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and commercial contracts. The firm is keen to speak with individuals who are ambitious, commercially astute, and motivated to continue developing their practice while contributing to the wider growth of the team.

The successful candidate will:

Be a strong team player with excellent client management and relationship-building skills
Demonstrate strong technical ability, excellent drafting skills, and commercial awareness
Be proactive, organised, and confident managing complex matters
Enjoy collaborating with colleagues and supporting the development of junior lawyers

Key responsibilities include:

Delivering high-quality client service and managing matters proactively
Working collaboratively across teams
Building and maintaining strong client and referrer relationships
Supporting the continued growth and development of the corporate practice
Participating in training, mentoring, and professional development initiatives

Why this role stands out:

The firm is recognised for its high-quality work, supportive culture, and commitment to work-life balance, alongside an excellent benefits package including:

27 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
Hybrid working
Pension scheme
Paid parking
Life assurance and group income protection
Health cash plan with family cover, digital GP, and wellbeing support
Employee Assistance Programme with confidential counselling

This role is open to full-time or part-time candidates, offering genuine flexibility within a collaborative and nationally recognised corporate team.

If you are ambitious, client-focused, and ready to take the next step in your career, please get in touch: