Corporate M&A Associate Lawyer

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Our client, one of the countries leading law firms, are seeking an experienced Corporate M&A Associate looking work on high quality files alongside industry experts on a daily basis.

About the Role:

• Engage in high-quality corporate M&A and private equity transactions.
• Achieve personal goals aligned with firm objectives and contribute to junior colleagues development.
• Understand client needs, lead CRM efforts, and actively network for business growth.
  
  

The Team:

• Market-leading corporate lawyers shaping the commercial landscape.
• One of the largest Corporate M&A teams outside London.
• Involved in complex public/private mergers, acquisitions, private equity, and equity capital markets transactions.
  
  

Qualifications:

• Relevant experience in corporate M&A and PE transactions.
• Strong team player with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Effective management of a complex workload.
• Self-motivated and willing to learn.
• Experience leading others to develop their skills.
• SRA or Law Society of Scotland registered lawyer.
  
  

The Firm:

• Professional yet progressive working environment.
• Emphasis on work-life balance.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Open to discussing flexible working arrangements.
  
  

McKie Recruit is dedicated to finding the right candidate, and applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities are encouraged. As a Disability Confident employer, the company ensures a fully accessible recruitment process.

Requirements

Financial Delivery:

• 1. Achieve or exceed personal benchmarks for Chargeable Hours and Investment Time.
• 2. Contribute to departmental budgets, deliver objectives, and manage personal billing.
• 3. Implement best practices in matter management to optimize revenue and profit.
• Effective Matter Management:
• 1. Optimise revenue through best practice matter management from inception to closure.
• 2. Manage work of others with matter executive responsibility, ensuring adherence to standards.
• 3. Plan, price, and deliver work within agreed deadlines, complying with risk procedures.
• Business Development:
• 1. Contribute to developing new client relationships and achieving profitable revenue growth.
• 2. Understand departmental BD strategy, participate in events, and build a personal business plan.
• 3. Network with clients, professionals, and contribute to the firms brand through social media.
• Client Relationships:
• 1. Protect and enhance existing client relationships, understand client businesses, and deliver high-quality services.
• 2. Actively participate in department initiatives, address client queries, and cross-refer work.
• Developing Others:
• 1. Improve technical and commercial skills of junior lawyers, provide constructive feedback.
• 2. Contribute to team development, share knowledge, and actively engage in training activities.
• Personal Development:
• 1. Manage personal and career development, deepen technical skills, and stay updated with legal developments.
• 2. Build a professional profile, participate in relevant professional bodies, and attain necessary qualifications.
• Building The Culture:
• 1. Act as a best practice role model, uphold firm values, and contribute to a positive working culture.
• 2. Support the firms commitment to market leadership, responsible business practices, and diversity & inclusion.
  

Benefits

• Salaries are highly competitive and are amongst the highest in the legal sector outside London.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Extra days awarded after three, six, and then years of service.
• Company pension scheme
• Fantastic Family Friendly Benefits- Maternity, Paternity, Shared parental leave and adoption leave.
• Private health insurance
• Income protection Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Flexible Working
• Continual training and development- personal and professional
• Outstanding offices
• Social opportunities
• Travel perks