Associate - Corporate M&A (2-5PQE)

Taylor Root; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root is seeking an experienced M&A solicitor to join a leading corporate team advising on domestic and cross-border transactions, including private equity and growth capital. The role offers close partner exposure from day one and meaningful responsibility within a collegiate, high-performing environment.

The successful candidate will have 2–5 PQE in M&A with strong technical ability and excellent communication skills, and will thrive as a proactive, collaborative team player delivering

Qualifications

• 2–5 PQE as a solicitor with demonstrable M&A experience.
• Exposure to private equity or venture capital is advantageous.
• Excellent technical ability and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Enthusiastic team player with a commitment to delivering client excellence.

Responsibilities

• Advise on domestic and cross-border M&A, private equity investments, and growth capital transactions.
• Collaborate closely with partners and teams in a collegiate, high-performing environment.

Skills

M&A experience

Private equity exposure

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Job description

The Role

You will join a leading corporate team advising on high-quality domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and growth capital transactions. The role offers close partner exposure, meaningful responsibility from the outset, and the chance to work with fast-growing businesses and investors in a collegiate, high-performing environment.

What They’re Looking For

• 2–5 PQE qualified solicitor with demonstrable M&A experience
• Exposure to private equity or venture capital is advantageous
• Excellent technical ability and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Enthusiastic team player with a commitment to delivering client excellence

Why Apply?

The firm offers strong market remuneration, an attractive bonus scheme, and hands-on exposure to complex corporate transactions across diverse sectors. You will benefit from working directly with senior partners in a collaborative environment that values professional growth and client relationships.