At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on private M&A transactions and support strategic corporate projects.
- Company: FTSE-listed international business leading in digital learning and workforce development.
- Benefits: Collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Fast-paced role with significant impact across multiple jurisdictions.
- Why this job: Influence transaction strategy and drive deals to completion in a dynamic setting.
- Qualifications: 1-5 PQE solicitor with strong corporate transactional experience.
Interim Junior Legal Counsel (Corporate Private M&A)
MLA is partnering with a FTSE-listed international business at the forefront of digital learning, assessment and workforce development to appoint an Interim Junior Legal Counsel.
This is a highly commercial role sitting within a collaborative in-house legal team, supporting a significant pipeline of strategic transactions and corporate projects. The successful candidate will play a key role advising on private M&A activity across multiple jurisdictions, partnering closely with corporate development, finance and senior business stakeholders.
This opportunity would suit a lawyer who enjoys being close to decision-making, influencing transaction strategy and driving deals through to completion.
Key Responsibilities
- Advising on domestic and cross-border private M&A transactions.
- Leading and supporting acquisitions, investments, disposals and joint ventures.
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating transaction documentation.
- Coordinating legal due diligence exercises and managing risk assessments.
- Working closely with external counsel and internal stakeholders throughout the deal lifecycle.
- Supporting broader corporate and strategic initiatives across the business.
About You
- 1 – 5 PQE England & Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent).
- Strong corporate transactional experience gained within a leading law firm and/or sophisticated in-house legal team.
- Significant experience advising on private M&A transactions.
- Commercially minded with excellent stakeholder management skills.
- Comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-paced environment.
Interim Corporate Legal Counsel (Private M) employer: Major, Lindsey & Africa
Major, Lindsey & Africa is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic work culture in Belfast, where employees are empowered to engage with complex transactions and navigate evolving regulatory landscapes. With a strong emphasis on professional development, the company offers ample opportunities for growth and collaboration within its global teams, making it an ideal place for experienced legal professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
Contact Details:
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruitment Team
