Corporate Senior Associate - Exeter

Corporate Senior Associate - Exeter

Top 100 National Firm

The Opportunity

A fantastic opening has emerged for a Corporate Senior Associate to join a highly regarded national firm with a strong presence in the South West. Working from the Exeter office, you'll become part of a Legal 500‑recognised corporate team known for delivering sophisticated, high‑value transactional work across a broad client base. You'll play a key role in driving a varied portfolio of complex corporate matters, including:

• M&A transactions
• Venture capital deals
• Private equity investments
• Cross‑border projects
• Joint ventures
• Corporate reorganisations and restructures

This is a senior, hands‑on position where you'll take ownership of major client relationships, guide and mentor junior colleagues, and help shape the strategic direction of the team. You'll collaborate closely with Partners who bring deep City and international expertise, giving you access to top‑tier work while enjoying the quality of life Exeter is known for.

About You

You'll be an accomplished corporate lawyer with:

• 5-7 years' PQE from a respected regional or City corporate practice
• Experience leading complex transactions with confidence and commercial awareness
• Strong technical skills and a solid grounding in corporate law

What's on Offer

This is an excellent chance to step into a senior role within a progressive, supportive and ambitious team. You'll enjoy:

• High‑quality work for national and international clients
• A genuinely positive culture with a strong emphasis on balance and wellbeing
• Clear progression opportunities and involvement in shaping business development
• Continued investment in your professional growth and sector knowledge
• A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• The opportunity to build your profile within a growing and well‑respected Exeter team

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

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*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*