Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience as a senior corporate lawyer with a strong track record., Educational background in law, with relevant legal qualifications., Ability to work with large corporates and investment portfolios., Excellent client relationship management and bespoke advisory skills..

Key responsibilities:

Design and deliver bespoke corporate transaction services, including M&A and restructurings.

Work with clients to understand their challenges and provide tailored legal solutions.

Support business growth by building and maintaining client relationships.

Collaborate with internal teams and external law firms to support strategic corporate activities.

Job description

Job Title: Senior Corporate Lawyer

Ready to take your career to the next level?

We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.

* We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

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The role in 60 seconds

Role: Managing Associate/Legal Director/Principal Director
Team: Corporate
Location: Flexible across our office locations
Working Pattern: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible
Why this role matters: This is a pivotal opportunity to work as part of an innovative and collaborative team, with a focus on supporting Private Equity portfolios and Strategic Corporate clients on all elements of their Group Development including designing and delivering bespoke acquisition and disposal programs, associated restructurings and wider related work.

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What you’ll do

In this role, you’ll:

Play an active role in the continued success and growth of our team, alongside an impressive client list and ambition to continue building new and lasting client relationships
Work with large corporates and investment portfolios, General Counsel and law firms to design bespoke Business Transaction services to support multijurisdictional M&A and group restructurings, strategic growth/buy & build/divestment programmes and joint ventures.
Day to day, you will take a solution led approach, listening to clients' challenges and understanding their businesses in order to provide tailored advice and bespoke, premium solutions
Benefit from excellent career development opportunities. We offer a genuinely exciting and different proposition, as you will have real and supported scope to fast track your career within a team with a proven track record of developing and progressing its lawyers. We pride ourselves on our openness and transparency when it comes to promotions, so please ask us about our career framework for lawyers

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What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:

Experience as a high performing Senior Corporate Lawyer
Commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience in every interaction, and take pride in understanding your client's needs, challenges and expectations
Motivation to understand the bigger picture for our clients, and keen to play your part in realising their longer term business ambitions, moving beyond individual M&A transactions towards broader group development focussed activities
You’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

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Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
Employee sabbaticals
Enhanced parental leave policies.
Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
An open, flexible working environment.

Find out more about our benefits and work environment here

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Ready to apply?

Hit the "Apply Now" button.
- Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you.
- Our team will review your application and be in touch, whatever the outcome.
Invited for interview?
- With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews, our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
- We’re here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments, we’re more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview, we’ll contact you to discuss the themes we’ll cover and answer any questions you might have.
- If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

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