Senior Associate – Corporate Newcastle | Full-time | Corporate Team

We’re working with a progressive, full-service law firm in Newcastle, boasting a strong reputation for partner-led advice, exceptional client service and genuine client understanding. Their Corporate practice acts for dynamic businesses across sectors like technology, manufacturing, life sciences and finance. 

The Role As a Senior Associate in Corporate, you’ll join a growing team with national reach and regional roots. You will:

• Lead and drive complex corporate matters — from M&A, fundraising and joint-ventures to reorganisations, succession planning and capital structures. 
• Act for owner-managed businesses, entrepreneurs, corporates and VC/PE backed companies — providing commercial, practical and strategic advice.
• Take ownership of client relationships, lead on transactions end-to-end, and mentor junior fee-earners.
• Work within an entrepreneurial culture that values initiative, business development and real involvement across teams.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with c. 5+–7+ PQE (or equivalent) in corporate or commercial M&A work.
• Proven experience of handling transactions: e.g., M&A, investment deals, reorganisations, joint ventures or venture capital.
• Commercial mindset, strong drafting and negotiating skills, and confident client-facing ability.
• Motivated to build client relationships, contribute to business development and thrive in a collaborative yet ambitious environment.
• Based in (or willing to relocate/commute to) Newcastle and keen to play a strategic role in a well-regarded regional firm.

Why This Role Stands Out

• You’ll join a firm where quality of advice, client service and teamwork are at the heart of what they do — not just targets or billable hours.
• Strong growth trajectory: the corporate team is engaged in high-value work across sectors and the firm supports progression and visibility.
• You get genuine autonomy alongside strong firm infrastructure: you’ll be able to lead, drive and develop while supported by a respected team.
• Great regional base: in Newcastle, offering access to national-level work without sacrificing work-life balance.

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive salary — aligned with level and experience.
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements — supporting modern lifestyles.
• Comprehensive benefits package (incl. pension scheme, holiday allowance, professional development support).
• Opportunity to advance: real progression path from Senior Associate towards Partner, within a firm committed to your growth.
• Entrepreneurial and inclusive culture — focused on teamwork, value-added advice and high calibre client work.

Interested?
If you’re a corporate solicitor with ambition, transaction experience and a desire to be part of a growing, dynamic team in the North East — please reach out to Beth at QED Legal via the details provided for a confidential discussion.