Corporate Associate – Private Equity (3–5 PQE) in London

Corporate Associate – Private Equity (3–5 PQE) in London

London Full-Time 56250 - 68750 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Advise on high-value private equity transactions and manage due diligence processes.
  • Company: Leading London law firm with a highly regarded Private Equity team.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, clear progression pathway, and a collaborative work environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity for genuine responsibility and long-term career development.
  • Why this job: Gain exposure to sophisticated deals and build strong client relationships.
  • Qualifications: 3–5 years’ PQE in Corporate M&A or Private Equity with strong communication skills.

The predicted salary is between 56250 - 68750 £ per year.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Corporate Associate (3–5 PQE) to join a highly regarded Private Equity team at a leading London law firm. You’ll work on high-value, complex transactions for a premium client base, gaining exposure to some of the most sophisticated deals in the market.

Key Responsibilities

  • Advising on private equity transactions, including buyouts, investments, and exits
  • Supporting on M&A deals from inception through to completion
  • Drafting and negotiating key transaction documents
  • Managing due diligence processes and coordinating with specialist teams
  • Building strong relationships with clients, investors, and stakeholders

About You

  • 3–5 years’ PQE in Corporate M&A / Private Equity
  • Trained at a well-regarded law firm with strong technical grounding
  • Experience working on private equity transactions (sponsor-side preferred but not essential)
  • Confident communicator with strong commercial awareness
  • Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple work-streams

What’s on Offer

  • Exposure to market-leading Private Equity work
  • A collaborative, high-performing team environment
  • Genuine responsibility and client-facing opportunities
  • Clear progression pathway and long-term career development
  • Competitive salary and benefits package

Corporate Associate – Private Equity (3–5 PQE) in London employer: Wicker Hamilton Limited

Join a leading London law firm renowned for its collaborative and high-performing culture, where you will have the opportunity to work on market-leading Private Equity transactions. With a focus on employee growth, you will benefit from genuine responsibility, client-facing opportunities, and a clear progression pathway, all while enjoying a competitive salary and benefits package in one of the world's most dynamic legal markets.

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Contact Details:

Wicker Hamilton Limited Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Corporate Associate – Private Equity (3–5 PQE) in London

Corporate M&A
Private Equity Transactions
Drafting and Negotiating Transaction Documents
Due Diligence Management
Client Relationship Management
Strong Commercial Awareness
Organisational Skills