Corporate Associate; NQ

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PQE: 0–4 years

The Opportunity

A leading UK law firm is looking to expand its Independent Healthcare Team with the addition of a Corporate Solicitor. The successful candidate will join a highly regarded national corporate practice known for advising clients throughout the business life cycle – from start-ups and scale-ups to well-established corporates.

The firm is proud of its collaborative, forward-thinking culture, and has been recognised among the best law firms to work for in the UK. It places a strong emphasis on diversity, ESG initiatives, and delivering a high level of support to its people through flexible working, career progression, and personal development.

The Team

This dedicated healthcare team forms part of a wider corporate department, comprising over 50 fee earners and 20 partners – many of whom are recommended in leading legal directories.

With significant sector expertise, the team supports a diverse client base including:

• Care home operators and domiciliary care providers
• Private GP and dental practices, opticians, and pharmacies
• Allied healthcare professionals and clinics
• Medical device companies and healthcare staffing agencies

The Role

You’ll work closely with partners and senior lawyers to deliver high-quality legal services to clients in the independent healthcare space.

Key responsibilities include:

• Advising on M&A transactions, joint ventures, disposals, and restructures
• Drafting and negotiating corporate transaction documents
• Supporting regulatory compliance, corporate governance, and risk management
• Collaborating with specialists in employment, real estate, and litigation
• Building and managing client relationships with a commercial and proactive mindset
• Contributing to business development activity and thought leadership

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor (NQ–4 years’ PQE)
• Strong grounding in corporate law, ideally with exposure to healthcare or other regulated sectors
• Exceptional drafting, communication, and negotiation skills
• Client-focused, commercially minded, and solutions-driven
• Comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team

What’s on Offer

This is a genuinely supportive and people-first environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Performance bonuses and profit share schemes
• Electric car scheme and subsidised gym membership
• Enhanced parental leave, CSR day, and long service awards

Flexible Working

The firm offers a hybrid working model and welcomes applications from candidates seeking part-time, flexible, or agile working arrangements.

Ready to take the next step in your corporate law career within a growing sector?

Apply now or contact Ellie Sedgwick at IDEX Consulting

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• Seniority level Associate

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

• Job function Legal
• Industries Staffing and Recruiting

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