US Firm - Corporate M&A (2-6PQE) - London
An elite US law firm, is seeking a high-performing associate to join its London Mergers & Acquisitions practice.
The team advises leading private equity sponsors, multinational corporates, portfolio companies, founders, and financial institutions on a broad range of sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions. Associates within the group work closely with partners across London and the wider international platform on complex, high-value matters spanning multiple sectors.
This role offers the opportunity to work within a leanly staffed, high-performing team with significant client exposure and early responsibility.
Responsibilities
- Advising clients on domestic and cross-border private M&A transactions
- Assisting on public company transactions, strategic investments, joint ventures, and corporate restructurings
- Drafting and negotiating principal transaction documentation, including share purchase agreements, shareholders’ agreements, disclosure documentation, and ancillary agreements
- Managing transaction processes, due diligence exercises, and cross-border workstreams
- Coordinating with specialist teams across finance, tax, antitrust, employment, and regulatory matters
- Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship management
Qualifications
- England & Wales qualified solicitor with 2–6 years’ PQE
- Experience gained at a leading City, international, or US law firm
- Strong technical grounding in Corporate M&A
- Excellent drafting, organisational, and communication skills
- Commercially focused with the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced transactional environment
- Strong academic credentials
The Team
The London Corporate group is recognised for advising on high-profile and market-leading transactions across private equity, infrastructure, financial services, technology, and energy sectors. The practice operates as part of a fully integrated international platform and offers associates direct exposure to sophisticated cross-border work and leading market participants.
Compensation & Benefits
The firm offers market-leading compensation, a highly collaborative culture, and genuine opportunities for progression within a top-tier international platform.
All enquiries handled with complete discretion.