A well-established and ambitious South East law firm is seeking a high-calibre Corporate Senior Associate (5+ PQE) to join its growing team in Kent.

This is a strategic growth hire within a sizeable and well-resourced Corporate group (c.20 lawyers), advising on mid-market M&A and broader corporate transactions for a predominantly London-based client base, alongside some international work.

The Role
You will:
*Lead and support on mid-market M&A transactions
*Advise owner-managed businesses, corporates and investors
*Take ownership of matters with appropriate partner supervision
*Supervise junior lawyers and play an active role in team development
The workflow is established and consistent — this is not a "build from scratch" position.

The Profile
*5+ PQE Corporate lawyer (City or strong regional background)
*Solid M&A and general corporate experience
*Commercially minded and confident managing client relationships
*Ambitious, with an interest in longer-term progression
No following is required, though portable relationships would be welcomed.

The Proposition
*Clear pathway to Partnership (no legal director layer)
*Strong mid-market M&A platform
*Structured and supportive team environment
*Realistic billing expectations
*Discretionary annual bonus
*Competitive South East salary with flexibility for strong profiles
This will particularly appeal to 5-8 PQE lawyers seeking high-quality work without the City intensity, and those facing partnership bottlenecks in London.