Corporate Associate

For Corporate solicitors looking for an opportunity to progress their career with a business whose profile is on the rise, this Legal 500 firm is on an ambitious growth trajectory

With high-quality work which is locally and nationally rooted as well as a friendly and supportive culture, this is a prime opportunity to join a distinguished corporate team as an Associate (4+ PQE) and take the next step in your career journey.

The Firm

Consistently recognised for its innovative and forward-looking approach this Big 4 leading Scottish firm is known for going above and beyond to invest in its people. This is a firm that will empower you to become the best version of yourself, develop new skills and make definitive steps forward in your career.

They have been recognised for developing industry-leading expertise across a range of practice areas, and have received numerous Legal 500 and Chambers and Partner rankings. Further, the quality of the work and legal talent at the firm has resulted in many of the lawyers gaining individual recognition within their chosen areas of expertise.

You will be given responsibility from day one and progression is actively encouraged from the top down. This, alongside the firm's ambitious growth plans, means you can expect a clear and fast-track progression pathway.

As a full-service and independent law firm, the business is one of only a handful in Scotland to cater to such a broad range of clients. From local families and high net-worth individuals all the way up to global conglomerates, you will gain exposure to the holistic spectrum of clientele and work.

Last but not least, this firm has an award-winning culture which continues to permeate the business as it executes an impressive growth plan.

The Role

Working with this Legal 500 recognised Corporate team, you will gain exposure to high-quality work with a diverse range of clients. Dealing with SMEs, FTSE100 companies and entrepreneurs, you will assist with the full range of Corporate activity.

M&A, scale-ups, funding, commercial contracts, equity investments, restructuring; you will have the freedom to manage your own client base and assist with the full life-cycle of corporate transactions.

You will work alongside Partners who have received individual independent recognition as leaders in their field, and as such, this is an unmatched opportunity to learn from some of the best Corporate lawyers in the country.

The successful candidate will be in a strong position to develop market-leading expertise in Corporate and take a real step forward in their career.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has 4+ years PQE in Corporate law
• Strong commercial awareness and good general knowledge of company law and corporate transactions
• Excellent verbal and written communicator
• Has strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and team members alike
• Have a proactive, innovative and value-adding mindset

What's on offer

• An opportunity to work with a friendly firm with an enviable reputation
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work
• First-rate career development opportunities
• Flexible and hybrid working
• Competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package

Apply now for immediate consideration or call Jules Grieve on 0131 460 7747 for a confidential conversation.