Corporate Finance Managing Associate (4+ PQE)

An award-winning international law firm is looking to appoint a Senior Associate (4+ PQE) to its Corporate Finance team in London, as part of an ambitious growth strategy for its City offering. This is a rare opportunity to take a front-seat role advising on complex M&A, public takeovers, IPOs and UK capital markets transactions for an enviable roster of listed clients.

The Opportunity

This is an ideal platform for a technically strong and commercially savvy lawyer who enjoys high-stakes transactions and advising PLCs on their most strategic matters. You’ll be joining a collaborative, high-performing corporate team trusted by FTSE 100/250 boards, investment banks and international clients alike.

The Team

• One of the most active UK public company practices , advising on over a third of all takeovers in 2023.
• Longstanding relationships with corporates including bp, Diageo, JD Sports, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group, ABF and Entain .
• Over 200 transactions closed annually across 40+ jurisdictions – spanning public M&A, private M&A, ECM and advisory mandates.
• Recognised strength in capital markets and listed company advisory – with three partners having served at the Takeover Panel.

Key Work Areas

• Public M&A – extensive exposure to UK Takeover Code-driven transactions and high-profile cross-border deals.
• Equity Capital Markets – IPOs and secondary fundraisings for UK corporates and investment banks.
• Advisory – ESG, D&I, listing rules, governance and C-suite board advisory work.
• Strategic M&A – advising on transformational domestic and international deals across all sectors.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 4 years' PQE from a leading UK or international firm.
• Strong grounding in corporate finance – ideally with experience in UK ECM, takeovers and listed company advisory.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks including UK Listing Rules, Prospectus Regulation, MAR and the Takeover Code .
• Proven ability to lead workstreams, support client relationships and mentor junior team members.

What’s on Offer

• Be part of a corporate finance team with real momentum in the City , and a clear strategic mandate to grow.
• Early access to client relationships, business development and leadership opportunities.
• A supportive environment that prizes excellence, initiative and commercial impact.
• Competitive remuneration and access to high-profile mandates on a regular basis.