About Greenwoods
At Greenwoods Legal Services, we do things differently. We believe legal advice should be clear, practical and genuinely useful, so our Corporate & Commercial team works as an extension of our clients' businesses to deliver commercially focused solutions.
We act for a diverse client base from PLCs and large private organisations to owner-managed businesses and high-growth start-ups across sectors including technology, media, FMCG, food, education, charities and manufacturing. Supporting clients at every stage of their journey, we provide both strategic transactional advice and day-to-day commercial support.
We're proud to have been recognised at the Cambridgeshire Legal Excellence Awards, winning Firm of the Year, with our Corporate & Commercial team Highly Commended for Business Law Team of the Year, alongside individual recognition with Francesca Jus-Burke, Managing Associate in the Corporate & Commercial team, winning Rising Star Award.
About the role
We are looking for an Senior Associate to join our growing Corporate & Commercial team.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-quality matters, build strong client relationships and play a key role in the continued growth of the team.
Key responsibilities
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Corporate & Commercial work
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Lead and support on corporate transactions including mergers & acquisitions, reorganisations, demergers and MBOs.
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Advise on a wide range of commercial contracts and business matters.
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Provide guidance on broader commercial issues including regulatory and compliance matters.
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Manage your own caseload while supporting senior colleagues on complex matters.
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Deliver clear, pragmatic and commercially focused advice.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and referrers.
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Act as a trusted advisor with a deep understanding of client businesses.
Business development
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Contribute to networking, profile-raising and relationship-building activities.
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Play an active role in growing the team and identifying new opportunities.
Team contribution
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Work collaboratively across teams and offices.
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Support and mentor junior colleagues (Senior Associate level).
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Contribute to a positive, collegiate and high-performing team culture.
Experience and qualities
This role requires a qualified Corporate & Commercial solicitor with 6+ years PQE (Senior Associate), gained within a reputable commercial law firm. You will be someone who:
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Has strong technical expertise across a broad range of Corporate & Commercial matters, including experience of transactions and commercial contracts.
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Is confident managing your own caseload, while also contributing effectively to wider team matters.
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Has excellent drafting, negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, practical advice.
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Has a strong level of commercial awareness and a genuine interest in understanding clients' businesses, sectors and strategic objectives.
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Can build and maintain strong relationships with clients, colleagues and professional contacts.
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Takes a proactive, collaborative approach, with a willingness to contribute to team success and business development activities.
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Is committed to delivering high-quality work and excellent client service in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
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Has the drive and ambition to continue developing your skills and progressing your career within a supportive and growing team.
Why join Greenwoods
You'll have the opportunity to work on high-quality, varied client matters within a collaborative and supportive team environment, with clear pathways for career progression and development while being part of a firm recognised for its success at the Cambridgeshire Legal Excellence Awards.
