Corporate Associate

About Acuity Law We are a leading UK law firm renowned for our commitment to excellence, client service, and delivering innovative legal solutions. Our firm is recognised for its collaborative and dynamic working environment, offering high-quality legal advice to a diverse range of clients, from multinational corporations and financial institutions to SMEs, start-ups and high-net-worth individuals. We pride ourselves on fostering professional growth, encouraging innovation, and maintaining an inclusive and supportive culture. Job overview We are seeking an ambitious and commercially minded Corporate Associate (4+ PQE) to join our highly regarded Corporate team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a broad range of high-profile corporate transactions, advising a diverse client base, including private and public companies, investors, private equity firms, and entrepreneurs. As a key member of the team, you will play an integral role in delivering complex M&A transactions, private equity deals, joint ventures, corporate restructurings, and general corporate advisory matters. You will have direct client exposure, high levels of responsibility, and opportunities to develop your technical and business development skills in a collaborative and supportive environment. This role offers excellent career progression, high-quality work, and the chance to build strong client relationships while working alongside experienced partners and senior lawyers. About the team Our Corporate team is widely recognised for delivering commercially focused, high-quality legal advice on a wide range of corporate transactions. We work with a diverse client base, including entrepreneurs, owner-managed businesses, multinational corporations, private equity firms, and institutional investors. The team has extensive experience across M&A, private equity, venture capital, corporate finance, corporate governance, and regulatory compliance, regularly handling high-value and complex transactions across multiple sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and ambitious team that is committed to supporting your career development and professional growth. Key responsibilities Advising clients on M&A transactions, private equity deals, corporate restructurings, joint ventures, shareholder agreements, and general corporate governance. Managing and coordinating due diligence processes, drafting and negotiating key transaction documents, and advising on deal structuring. Working closely with clients, leading negotiations, and managing transactions from inception to completion. Providing strategic corporate advice to businesses across a variety of industries, ensuring compliance with corporate laws and regulations. Collaborating with specialists across tax, employment, banking, and real estate teams to deliver integrated legal solutions. Supporting business development initiatives, attending client events, networking, and contributing to thought leadership and marketing efforts. Mentoring and supervising junior lawyers and trainees, providing guidance on technical legal issues and best practices. Keeping up to date with legal and regulatory developments, ensuring clients receive proactive and commercially sound advice. About you We are looking for a talented and commercially astute corporate associate with at least 4 years PQE gained within a leading corporate team. You will have experience advising clients on a range of corporate transactions, strong technical skills, and a proactive approach to client management and business development. Personal specification 4+ years PQE in corporate law gained within a reputable UK law firm. Strong experience handling M&A transactions, private equity, corporate finance, and general corporate advisory matters. Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with a keen eye for detail. The ability to manage transactions from start to finish, working directly with clients and leading negotiations. Strong understanding of corporate law, regulatory requirements, and market trends. A commercial and solutions-focused approach, with the ability to provide strategic advice aligned with clients’ business objectives. Excellent client management and relationship-building skills, with a track record of developing and maintaining strong client connections. A proactive and team-oriented mindset, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple practice areas. Ambition to develop professionally, take on increasing responsibility, and contribute to the growth of the corporate team. Next steps If you are a motivated corporate associate looking for an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a dynamic and highly regarded UK law firm, we would love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion, please contact our recruitment team. We look forward to welcoming a talented professional to our growing team. #J-18808-Ljbffr Acuity Law