Corporate Lawyer (App: abc7-)

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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.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Legal

Industries

Legal Services, Law Practice, Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals

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