Associate Lawyer – Corporate & Commercial

About the Role

As an Associate Lawyer operating in close collaboration with the Partner, you will act as the primary legal support engaging closely in all aspects of client advisory and transactional work and frequently collaborating with colleagues across multiple legal departments. This position requires a high level of discretion, exceptional attention to detail, a proactive mindset, and the ability to balance legal research, drafting, and case management with day-to-day operational support, and within a fast-moving, multifaceted environment. You will work alongside the Partner on a frequent basis, assisting in both client-facing and internal matters, and ensuring that all tasks — legal, administrative, or strategic — are handled efficiently and to the firm's high standards.

What is expected of you?

• Shadow the Partner in all professional matters, providing direct legal and operational support on a wide variety of cases and transactions
• Provide legal and business advisory services to clients, ensuring their best interests are met in line with the firm's high standards of practice
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements and documentation across multiple practice areas, including Corporate, Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Tax, Intellectual Property, IT, and Gaming
• Handle company law matters, including company formations, corporate governance, and company secretarial duties when required
• Support the Partner in investment-related work, including insider trading, audit and accounts explanations, compliance, and due diligence processes
• Liaise with regulators, auditors, and external counsel, coordinating submissions, filings, and communications as required
• Undertake legal research and briefing, preparing concise notes, summaries, and recommendations across diverse and often overlapping legal domains
• Manage and streamline the Partner's administrative and organisational tasks, including scheduling, document management, follow-ups, and project tracking
• Assist in regulatory and gaming compliance matters, including licence reviews, policy implementation, and communications with authorities
• Participate in client meetings, preparing documentation, and managing follow-up actions
• Maintain a proactive awareness of ongoing matters, deadlines, and client needs, ensuring the Partner is always supported with timely, accurate information

What are you expected to bring?

• A Degree in Law
• A minimum of two years' experience in Corporate and Commercial law, or a related area
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills in English
• Exceptional organisational and communication skills, with the ability to anticipate needs and operate with discretion and precision
• Strong drafting and research ability, adaptable across multiple practice areas
• Comfortable handling both high-level legal work and practical administrative duties
• Self-directed, detail-oriented, and able to maintain composure in a demanding and fast-paced environment
• The ability to manage multiple tasks, work independently, and meet tight deadlines effectively

What's in it for you?

• Hybrid working: 2 days WFH, 3 days in office
• Performance Bonus and Introductions Bonus
• Study leave allowance
• Health insurance and pension scheme
• Company events