Corporate Lawyer-Partnership Opportunity

JR United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London is seeking a Senior Associate or Counsel for their Corporate team. This role offers immediate partnership potential for candidates with a strong client following and a proven track record in corporate law. You will handle high-value transactions and work closely with a market-recognized leader in private equity and M&A. The firm provides a supportive environment for business development and offers competitive remuneration and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Immediate Partnership Opportunity

Access to Well-Connected Partner

Support from Marketing and BD

Competitive Remuneration

Flexible Working

Strong Team Culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE with strong corporate law experience.
• Demonstrable deal flow or pipeline.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex transactions including private equity and M&A.
• Develop a strategic plan to grow a book of business.

Skills

Client Following

Commercial Acumen

Business Development

Education

PQE

Job description

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Client:

Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Job Views:

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Posted:

12.05.2025

Expiry Date:

26.06.2025

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Job Description:

Nicholas Scott are working with a major US Firm who have a very strong mid market Corporate/PE practice.

Location: London (Flexible/Hybrid Working Available)

Practice Area: Corporate / Private Equity / M&A

Overview

The firm is seeking a dynamic and entrepreneurial Senior Associate or Counsel to join the Corporate team in London, with the potential for immediate partnership for those who demonstrate a compelling business case. This is a rare and career-defining opportunity to work alongside, a market-recognised leader in private equity and mid-market M&A.

Applicants will currently be at leading UK, US, or international firms and seeking to step up into a client-facing, business-building role with a clear pathway to equity partnership.

About the Role

You will work on a broad range of complex and high-value transactions including private equity, M&A, and cross-border matters, across a diverse client base. This is a platform for individuals who can bring:

• A proven or emerging client following or transferable relationships.
• Demonstrable deal flow or pipeline.
• A strategic plan to grow a book of business, ideally in alignment with their mid-market and private capital focus.
• Enthusiasm for leveraging the global platform and sector strengths (e.g., real estate, private capital, tech, financial services).

Ideal Candidate

• 7+ years PQE, with strong technical and transactional experience in corporate law.
• A self-starter with commercial acumen and a track record of delivering for clients.
• An existing client following is desirable; equally, a credible business case demonstrating ability to originate, win and grow client mandates will be considered.
• Experience of working with private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, or high-growth businesses will be an advantage.
• Willingness to collaborate across offices and practices within a global, integrated firm.

What they Offer

• The chance for immediate partnership for candidates who meet the commercial and leadership criteria.
• Access to a respected, well-connected partner known for developing high-performing associates into partners.
• A platform to build and shape your practice with full support from marketing, BD, and sector-aligned initiatives.
• Competitive remuneration, flexible working, and a strong team culture.

What to Include in Your Application / Business Case

We invite applicants to outline in confidence:

• Any portable client relationships and expected annual fee potential.
• Sectors or geographies of focus
• Recent or upcoming deal mandates, including values, counterparties, and your role.
• Plans for business development or growing existing networks.