At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on venture capital investments and M&A transactions for high-growth companies.
- Company: Leading international law firm with a top-tier corporate team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, excellent training, and clear progression opportunities.
- Other info: Supportive culture with significant client exposure and entrepreneurial spirit.
- Why this job: Join a fast-paced environment and work on exciting, high-value transactions.
- Qualifications: 4+ years PQE in venture capital and corporate M&A transactions.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
Taylor Root is delighted to be working with a leading international law firm in search of an ambitious Corporate - Venture Capital Senior Associate to join its top-tier team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a market-leading team that advises high-growth companies, founders, investors, venture capital funds and private equity sponsors on a broad range of complex and high-value transactions. The team is recognised for its work across the technology, consumer and life sciences sectors, supporting businesses throughout their lifecycle from early-stage investment through to growth, acquisitions and exit events.
The Role
- You will advise on:
- Venture capital and growth equity investments
- Series A through to later-stage funding rounds
- M&A transactions, both domestic and cross-border
- Founders, management teams and investors on strategic transactions
- General corporate advisory work for emerging and growth-stage businesses
The Candidate
- Applications are welcomed from lawyers who:
- Have 4+ years' PQE gained at a leading UK or international law firm
- Possess strong experience in venture capital, growth equity and corporate M&A transactions
- Have exposure to technology, consumer, fintech or life sciences clients
- Enjoy direct client contact and business development opportunities
- Are commercially minded, collaborative and entrepreneurial in approach
What's on Offer?
- Top-tier quality work with innovative, high-growth clients
- A genuinely entrepreneurial and fast-paced environment
- Significant client exposure and responsibility
- Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
- Supportive culture with excellent training and mentoring
- Competitive remuneration and benefits package
This role would suit a lawyer looking to build their venture capital and growth company practice within a highly respected team acting on some of the market's most exciting transactions.
Venture Capital Lawyer | Senior Associate in London employer: Taylor Root
As a leading global insurance firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. With a strong emphasis on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and encourage collaboration across multidisciplinary teams, ensuring that every team member's contributions are valued. Located in a vibrant area, our firm not only provides competitive benefits but also promotes a healthy work-life balance, making it an excellent employer for those seeking meaningful and rewarding careers in the legal field.
