Corporate Associate Lawyer (3-7 PQE)

The Opportunity

A top-tier international law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate (3-7 PQE) to join its London Corporate team. This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious M&A and corporate governance specialist to work on high-value, cross-border transactions across a broad range of sectors.

The firm has a strong reputation in corporate law, ranking consistently in the top 10 for UK M&A deal volume and acting for an impressive roster of public and private clients. This role offers exposure to strategic corporate transactions, including M&A (public and private), IPOs, private equity, fundraisings, and joint ventures.

The Role

The successful candidate will play a key role in complex corporate transactions, advising on a range of matters, including:

• M&A (public and private) – advising on share and asset sales, acquisitions, and disposals.
• Corporate governance and board advisory work – advising public and private businesses on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Equity capital markets and private equity transactions – experience in these areas would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Joint ventures, restructurings, and strategic partnerships across multiple sectors.
• Supporting business development initiatives to help grow the corporate practice in the City.

The London Corporate team is well-established, with 16 partners and legal directors supporting an ambitious growth strategy. The firm is investing heavily in lateral hires and strategic expansion to enhance its City presence further.

Key Requirements

• 3-5 years’ PQE with experience gained in a top-tier City or large regional law firm.
• Strong technical expertise in M&A (public or private) and corporate governance.
• Exposure to equity capital markets or private equity transactions is beneficial but not essential.
• A commercially focused approach, with an interest in business development.
• Excellent client management skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships.
• A strong academic background with excellent communication and organisational skills.

Why Join?

• Be part of a leading international firm with an ambitious growth strategy in London.
• Work on high-value, cross-border transactions for top-tier clients across multiple sectors.
• A high-performing, collaborative, and supportive team that fosters professional growth.
• A strong platform for career progression, with opportunities to develop sector expertise.
• A competitive salary and benefits package in a market-leading firm.