Corporate Associate (5-8 PQE)

Corporate Associate (5-8 PQE) – International Law Firm

Our client, a highly respected international law firm, is seeking a talented Corporate Associate with 5-8 years of PQE to join their thriving Corporate team in London on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a key hire within a busy and growing practice, offering the opportunity to work on high-profile, cross-border corporate transactions.

About the Firm

This prestigious firm is recognised for its work with successful families, entrepreneurs, their businesses and wealth management structures, as well as the institutions investing in them. The firm is particularly active across sectors such as luxury brands, sports & entertainment, retail, hotels and leisure, and is known for its collaborative and forward-thinking culture.

The Team & Opportunity

The successful candidate will join a dynamic and well-established Corporate team, working alongside experienced and respected partners. The role offers exposure to a wide range of corporate matters, including:

• Mergers & acquisitions
• Investment transactions
• Corporate advisory work
• Drafting and negotiating SPAs, shareholder and investment agreements, articles of association, and related documents
• Leading negotiations and managing mandates from start to finish

Role Requirements

The ideal candidate will be:

• A UK-qualified solicitor with 5-8 years of PQE, ideally gained at a leading UK or international firm
• Experienced in handling a broad range of corporate matters, with excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Commercially minded, with the ability to think creatively and strategically
• Comfortable working on international transactions and liaising with cross-border clients
• Experience in partnership/LLP law, share incentives, or capital markets is beneficial but not essential

Why Join?

This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a market-leading team at one of the most respected firms in the City. With a competitive salary, a strong benefits package, and a clear path for progression, this role offers a fantastic platform to advance your career in a high-performing and supportive environment.

To find out more about this exciting new role and to apply, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

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