Corporate Lawyer (App: bec41) in Brighton

Referment is working with a high-growth, VC-focused law firm to hire a junior corporate lawyer to join their expanding venture practice.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a genuinely VC-native environment where you’ll work directly with founders and investors from day one - not filter through layers of associates.
The Role
You’ll advise venture-backed startups from pre-seed through Series A+, working on:

• Venture fundraising rounds (£500k–£10m+)
• Term sheets, investment agreements & shareholder agreements
• Convertible instruments
• Corporate governance & restructurings
• Due diligence & data rooms
• Board and statutory matters
  

The firm works with tech-enabled businesses across AI, fintech, deep tech, gaming, defence, fashion, aerospace, and crypto.
You’ll work closely with a senior VC lawyer trained at top international firms and rapidly take ownership of live deals.
Experience
Who We’re Looking For

• 1–3 years PQE in corporate law
• Trained at an international firm, boutique, or strong regional practice
• Strong drafting skills and commercial awareness
• VC/startup exposure helpful but not essential
  

Mindset

• Ambitious and progression-driven
• Curious about startups and venture capital
• Comfortable with ambiguity and responsibility
• Commercial and founder-minded
• Self-directed and accountable
  

Not suitable if you prefer rigid structures, narrowly-defined roles, or slow progression.
Why This Opportunity?
If You’re In Big Law

• Faster promotion curve, earlier deal leadership, real client exposure
  

If You’re In a Boutique/regional Firm

• Higher quality deals, real VC focus, better trajectory
  

For Everyone

• Work with tier-1 investors
• Specialise deeply in venture law
• Build a name in the VC ecosystem
• Develop client relationships from the ground up
  

If you’re an ambitious corporate lawyer looking to build a serious VC career, this opportunity gives you the platform to do it properly.
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