Senior Lawyer – Commercial / Corporate / M&A (5–8 PQE)Ascenta is a boutique corporate, commercial, and M&A firm advising founders, SMEs, financial services groups, and mid‐market companies on deals typically$1m–$50m. We're a young, open‐minded business with approachable leadership, strong systems, and a culture that's intentionally modern, supportive, and enjoyable.This is a private practice role for someone who genuinely enjoys deal work and wants meaningful autonomy, without ego or bureaucracy.About the Role You'll lead matters and major workstreams across M&A and commercial work, supported by strong operational and client‐experience systems that keep workflow tight and clients informed.ResponsibilitiesBusiness sales and acquisitions (SME and mid‐market)Share sale, business sale, shareholder and commercial agreementsCorporate structuring, governance, and risk adviceManaging due diligence and transaction progression with structured checklists and version controlUsing a practice management system to keep time recording and workflow disciplinedUsingAI toolsappropriately to improve drafting efficiency and quality (we like smart operators)Marketing & Business Development (important)Managing staffContributing insights/content (short updates, articles, deal learnings)Supporting broker/client relationships and eventsHelping sharpen our service offering and client experienceWhat You Bring5–8 PQE in commercial, corporate, or M&AStrong drafting and negotiation capabilityExperience running deals or major workstreams with confident client contactPractical, commercially minded approach — you make things clear and move them forwardA continuous improvement mindset: you notice friction, propose better ways, and help implement themLow ego, not overly formal, and enjoys being part of a modern boutique cultureHow to Apply Send your CV plus a short note answering:Your best deal/workstream example and what you ledOne marketing/BD activity you'd enjoy contributing to (writing, events, relationships, etc.)Direct applicants only. We are not accepting recruiter or agency submissions.#J-18808-Ljbffr