Corporate Associate / Senior Associate

Location: Leeds / Sheffield (Hybrid working with modern, flexible options)

Role Level: Associate or Senior Associate (3+ PQE)

About the Team & Firm

• Join a large, national corporate practice advising across the UK on mid-market to high-value transactions.
• Nationally recognised for excellence in Company & Commercial and Banking & Finance.
• Work in a partner-led, collaborative environment, supported by a structured national corporate team.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a variety of corporate transactions.
• Project-manage deals, ensuring efficient execution and client satisfaction.
• Develop strong client relationships with mid-market businesses and high-growth corporates.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers, nurturing their development.
• Play an active role in business development and marketing within professional networks.

Candidate Profile

• Experience: 3+ years PQE in corporate/M&A transactional work.
• Strong technical ability and independent deal management skills.
• Client-focused, personable, and confident, capable of working across internal and external stakeholders.
• Ambitious and proactive, with interest in BD and supervising junior lawyers.

What You’ll Gain

• High-calibre deal exposure with national/regional clients across sectors like manufacturing, retail, education, and recruitment.
• Clear path to progression, with coaching, feedback, and visibility among leadership.
• Robust rewards: salary + annual bonus + flexible benefits (e.g. enhanced holiday, healthcare, learning budgets).
• A supportive, forward-thinking culture that values diversity, inclusivity, autonomy, and team spirit.

Ideal For You If You:

• Are looking to take the next step in a high-performing, well-connected corporate team.
• Thrive in a structured, national platform with likelihood to work on cross-office transactions.
• Want to take on responsibility for deals and people early in your career, with strong support.
• Are driven by client impact, business growth, and becoming a recognised corporate lawyer.

To apply (confidentially):

For further information on this and other exciting opportunities, or to discuss your situation in complete confidence, please contact Richard at Bygott Biggs on richard@bygott-biggs.co.uk or 07875525328.

At Bygott Biggs our aim has always been to provide a more personal service and everyone here believes that recruitment should be about building long-term relationships with clients and candidates alike. Our reputation has been built on the fact that we provide an efficient and professional service but are not afraid to give straight forward, straight talking advice.

The above PQE is expressed as a guideline only. We are happy to hear from anyone who can demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge in order to fulfil this role.