Corporate M&A Associate / Senior Associate - Nottingham

The Role

A strong opportunity has arisen for an experienced Associate or Senior Associate to join a high-performing Corporate team based in Nottingham. The role involves working across a broad range of M&A and private equity transactions, along with exposure to national workstreams including cross-border matters, investment deals, capital markets projects, and corporate restructuring assignments.

You'll be part of a thriving corporate practice with access to a diverse and busy transactional pipeline, offering genuine scope to broaden your skills and play an integral part in delivering complex deals.

The Team

You'll join a well-established national corporate group known for its expertise, commercial approach, and strong market reputation. The wider team advises on a full range of corporate activity and has a proven track record of working with an impressive client base across sectors such as manufacturing, retail, education, and specialist industries.

The Nottingham office offers a supportive and collaborative environment, with a strong emphasis on professional development, long-term progression, and knowledge sharing. The team is known for its proactive approach, deal-making expertise, and focus on building long-term client relationships.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

4+ years' PQE in corporate law, with solid experience in M&A transactions (private equity experience is advantageous).

The ability to deliver high-quality technical work and supervise junior team members where needed.

A confident, engaging approach when dealing with clients and colleagues.

Strong communication, drafting, and negotiation skills.

Motivation to participate in business development, networking, and relationship-building.

A collaborative mindset and the resilience to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

This position suits someone who is ambitious, personable, and keen to play an active role within a growing and respected team.

What's on Offer

You will benefit from:

A competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.

A comprehensive benefits package including options to buy additional annual leave, cycle-to-work scheme, healthcare benefits, pension, employee support services, travel support schemes, and more (role-dependent).

A wide range of training resources to support your ongoing development and career progression.

Access to wellbeing initiatives, flexible working arrangements, and a balanced approach to office and home working.

Additional lifestyle and retail benefits, plus access to free online learning programmes covering everything from fitness to languages.

Our Culture

You'll be joining a forward-thinking organisation with a strong emphasis on collaboration, openness, and professional excellence. The firm values initiative, accountability, and teamwork, and recognises individuals who demonstrate commitment and embody its core values.

A commitment to diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing sits at the heart of the organisation. Applications are welcomed from individuals of all backgrounds, and flexible working requests are encouraged.

If you're an experienced corporate lawyer seeking a dynamic environment and long-term career potential, please contact Steph at Simpson Judge for a confidential conversation