Corporate (M&A / UK Practice) Junior to Mid-Level Associate

Corporate M&A Associate - Junior to Mid Level

Corporate (M&A / UK Practice), London

Main information

Junior to Mid Level

Term type:

Permanent

Department:

Corporate (M&A / UK Practice)

Location:

London

The department

Skadden has one of the leading M&A practices in London, reflecting the firm’s recognition as one of the top global M&A advisers. We are ranked Tier 1 for UK M&A by IFLR1000 and are recognised for having particular expertise in UK public takeovers.

The UK M&A team advises on complex, cross-border transactions (both inbound and outbound) and covers all aspects of public & private M&A. We have a broad range of clients including UK listed companies, multinational organisations and financial sponsors who operate across a range of sectors including tech, consumer, finance, fintech, pharma, natural resources, crypto, media and industrials. The work we do is high-profile and involves structuring and executing the most complicated M&A deals in the market.

Clients we have advised on recent matters include International Paper (on the largest UK public takeover in the previous 3 years), News Corp, Spirit AeroSystems, Electronic Arts, Apax Global Alpha and Netflix.

We are proud of our strong culture, collaborative approach to work and our ability to retain and promote our exceptional quality lawyers. We are looking to grow our team and seek the right candidate to join us during this exciting time.

Person Specification

The successful candidate will join the UK M&A practice in London. We are looking for an individual with 2-4 years' relevant UK post qualification experience ideally in the London market.

Key Requirements:

• Extensive experience in complex M&A transactions and cross-border deal management
• Proven ability to work on complex, high-profile, cross-border transactions, advising clients on all aspects of public and private M&A
• Demonstrated experience executing transactions from inception to completion
• Experience in corporate M&A at a top tier law firm
• Confident, commercially-minded, and capable of managing sophisticated clients and transactions
• Track record of delivering exceptional client service and building strong client relationships
• Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers and / or trainees
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent academic credentials and technical skills
• Professionalism and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
• We are looking for a candidate who is proactive, collaborative, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, environment.

We pay generous rates and provide our lawyers with a highly competitive benefits package. The package includes:

• Discretionary year-end bonus
• Technology allowance
• 22 days holiday and 3 personal days
• Enhanced family leave
• Private medical insurance
• Permanent health insurance
• Life insurance
• Interest-free season ticket loan
• Travel insurance

Mentoring and Hybrid Working

Associates who join Skadden laterally participate in our mentor program, Skadden Integration+, which specifically focuses on the unique needs experienced attorneys face during professional transitions.

The program, along with ourprofessional development and other Skadden benefits and hybrid work model – consisting of working Monday through Thursday in the office (for full-time attorneys) – underscores Skadden's long-standing commitment to investing in its people and culture.

Training and Development

Skadden has a sophisticated training program that includes both in-house and external seminars and training sessions. We also pride ourselves on providing our lawyers with "on-the-job" training and constructive "real-time" partner feedback. The formal training program includes:

• Regular know-how meetings and specific high yield know-how and training program.
• Weekly and monthly training seminars and workshops for all levels covering legal topics relevant to the firm’s practice areas and skills. These are presented by partners and associates and external specialists, KCs and other professionals.
• Live video-links to seminars presented across Skadden’s network of offices.

Pro bono is a core aspect of Skadden culture, and the firm dedicates approximately 3-5% of its total billable hours to pro bono matters. Our lawyers have an opportunity to get involved in a range of pro bono matters under the supervision of charities, on topics including family, welfare benefits, housing, and immigration, as well as corporate pro bono opportunities.

EEO Statement

Skadden is an Equal Opportunities Employer. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees in relation to any protected characteristic including, but not limited to, race, color, religion or belief, nationality, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender status, pregnancy, childbirth, adoption or disability.

Ahead of making your application, if you have any adjustments which you would like to make us aware of, please contact Daisy.Adams@skadden.com directly.