Senior Associate

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Senior Legal Associate

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Legal Associate to join our expanding team. This is a client-facing role suited for a commercially minded lawyer who is eager to help build and grow the office.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary point of contact for key clients, providing strategic legal advice across corporate and commercial matters.
• Identify opportunities to originate work and contribute to the firm's market presence.
• Lead and support on a wide range of corporate and commercial matters.
• Manage matters end-to-end to ensure delivery of high-quality, commercially focused work.
• Provide guidance, supervision, and mentorship to junior lawyers and trainees.
• Support the Partner in establishing a strong, collaborative team culture.

Requirements

• 8+ years PQE (or equivalent experience) in corporate/commercial law gained from a reputable law firm or in-house environment.
• Strong experience in structuring, commercial agreements, M&A, and/or private equity transactions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage client relationships and deliver high-quality legal work.
• Comfortable in a client-facing, entrepreneurial environment with an interest in originating business.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with a passion for mentoring junior team members.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Staffing and Recruiting

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