Corporate Associate

Taylor Root; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading London law firm seeks a Corporate Associate with 3-6 years PQE in private company M&A. This role offers a supportive, team-focused environment, genuine work-life balance, and exposure to high-profile corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will manage transactions and junior lawyers, engage with clients, and contribute to business development. Strong technical skills and excellent communication are essential for this position.

Benefits

Work-life balance

Flexible working options

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 3-6 years PQE in private company M&A experience.
• Confident managing transactions and leading small teams.
• Interest in business development.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents (SPAs, investment agreements, JVAs).
• Act as lead fee earner on transactions, managing junior lawyers.
• Work closely with employment and tax teams on structuring deals.
• Engage in business development within key sectors.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Excellent communication

Excellent organizational skills

Job description

Corporate Associate - 3-6 PQE

Location: London Practice Area: Corporate (Private M&A, Investments, JVs)

Looking for high-quality work without sacrificing balance? This leading London firm offers a genuinely collegiate culture and a strong commitment to work-life balance, alongside exposure to some of the most interesting corporate transactions in the market.

The Corporate team is known for its collaborative approach and market-leading expertise in private capital, advising investors (including VC and PE firms), entrepreneurs, family offices, and international businesses across sectors such as financial services, technology, publishing, education, and media.

Why this role?

• Supportive, team-focused environment - work with approachable partners and colleagues
• Genuine work-life balance - flexible working options and a culture that values wellbeing
• High-profile transactions with significant client contact
• Opportunity to lead on small to mid-sized deals and support partners on larger transactions
• Exposure to offshore and cross-border matters

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents (SPAs, investment agreements, JVAs)
• Act as lead fee earner on transactions, managing junior lawyers and liaising with partners
• Work closely with employment and tax teams on structuring deals
• Engage in business development within key sectors

Ideal Candidate

• 3-6 years PQE (private company M&A experience essential)
• Strong technical skills and commercial awareness
• Confident managing transactions and leading small teams
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Interest in business development and sector-focused growth

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