Corporate Counsel

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK investment firm is seeking an experienced In-House Lawyer specializing in growth capital investments. The role involves supporting investment teams, guiding legal matters, and driving legal excellence across various transactions. The ideal candidate has 6+ years PQE, with a strong background in corporate law and venture investments. This position is hybrid and suitable for candidates willing to contribute to a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE, flexible for the right candidate.
• Familiarity with BVCA documentation is essential.
• In-house or secondment experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support investment teams on legal matters, especially early-stage transactions.
• Guide external counsel and ensure alignment with internal requirements.
• Identify legal themes across deals and develop solutions.

Skills

Strong experience in corporate law

Advising on venture/growth investments

Collaborative and commercially minded

Education

Qualified corporate lawyer

Job description

In-House Lawyer – Growth Capital Investment | (Hybrid)

Role: Corporate Counsel

Industry: Financial Services/ VC /Growth Stage Investments

Location: Hybrid (Birmingham/Bristol/Leeds/Manchester/Reading)

Job Type: Full-time

PQE: 6+ years PQE (flexible)

Experience: Corporate/ PE/ VC

About the Company

Join one of the UK’s most active and influential investors in small and mid-sized businesses. This independent investment firm has committed over £3 billion to support high-potential companies across every region and sector in the UK and Ireland. With a long-term, minority equity approach, the firm partners with ambitious management teams to help scale their businesses sustainably. The team of 150+ professionals offers unparalleled access to a network of business leaders, sector experts, and board-level non-executives.

The Role

We’re looking for an experienced corporate lawyer with a strong background in venture and growth-stage investments to join our dynamic in-house legal team. This is a hands‑on, strategic role supporting investment activity across early-stage and growth portfolios. You’ll work closely with investment professionals and external counsel, helping shape deals and drive legal excellence across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Support investment teams on a wide range of legal matters, particularly early-stage transactions.
• Guide external counsel and ensure alignment with internal technical requirements.
• Identify legal themes across deals and develop solutions and best practices.
• Deliver tailored legal training to investment professionals.
• Advise on corporate and strategic matters, including commercial contracts.
• Support paralegals and maintain precedent documentation.

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified corporate lawyer with 6+ years PQE (flexible for the right candidate).
• Strong experience advising on venture/growth investments; familiarity with BVCA documentation is essential.
• In-house or secondment experience is a plus.
• Proactive, collaborative, and commercially minded.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates, regardless of background. As part of our recruitment process, we collect anonymous diversity data to help us improve equity and inclusion across our hiring practices.

Ready to make an impact in growth capital?

Apply now or reach out for a confidential conversation.

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