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Social network you want to login/join with:Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.Senior Associate / Legal Director, Chelmsfordcol-narrow-leftClient:BirkettsLocation:Job Category:Other-EU work permit required:Yescol-narrow-rightJob Reference:b842f74991c3Job Views:4Posted:23.05.2025Expiry Date:07.07.2025col-wideJob Description:Purpose of jobTo advise higher and further education institutions, training providers, independent schools, academies, and local authorities on a broad range of corporate law, charity law, governance, regulatory, and funding issues.The role involves advising universities and other education institutions on commercial issues and large corporate projects, including:Transactions involving private education institutions, such as share and asset sales of private higher education companies, private tertiary colleges, nurseries, and schools.Legal due diligence, drafting and reviewing transaction documents, disclosure exercises, and ancillary documents.Pre- and post-sale reorganisations of private education groups with complex structures.Partnerships and collaborations, including franchise, study abroad, and dual award agreements.Setting up subsidiary companies and advising on intragroup arrangements.Governance advice and constitutional reviews for education bodies, including obtaining necessary consents.Mergers of education institutions.Coordinating banking, finance, real estate, and statutory dissolution processes.Advising on procurement disputes and registration applications with regulatory bodies.The candidateThe successful candidate will possess excellent legal knowledge, commercial and analytical thinking skills, and the ability to provide practical advice under pressure. They should be active in marketing and practice development, delivering high-quality client service.Birketts offers a structured career path, with promotion based on performance, competency, and achievements. The role is a strategic appointment with significant career progression potential, including options from Senior Associate to Legal Director or Partner.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to join a successful, friendly team within a reputable firm.Qualifications/ExperienceQualified Solicitor with at least 8 years PQEStrong academic backgroundExperience in the education sectorInterest in business developmentEqual opportunitiesBirketts values diversity and offers a competitive rewards package, including salary, benefits, and a supportive work environment. Benefits include:30 days holiday plus Bank HolidaysLong Service holiday awardPrivate Healthcare, Pension Scheme, Profit Share, Life Assurance, and moreWellbeing and mental health support, flexible working, and study support#J-18808-Ljbffr