Corporate Lawyer-Partnership Opportunity

JR United Kingdom; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US firm seeks a Senior Associate or Counsel for its Corporate team in London, offering an immediate partnership opportunity. The role involves managing high-value transactions with a focus on private equity and cross-border matters, suitable for candidates with strong client relationships and business acumen. Competitive remuneration and flexible working are part of the offer, enhancing your career in corporate law.

Benefits

Immediate Partnership Opportunity

Competitive Remuneration

Flexible Working

Strong Team Culture

Qualifications

• 7+ years PQE with strong technical and transactional experience in corporate law.
• Proven ability to deliver for clients and a credible business case demonstrating client origination.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex, high-value transactions including private equity and M&A.
• Develop and implement a strategic plan to grow business.

Skills

Client Following

Commercial Acumen

Transactional Experience

Business Development

Job description

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Client:

Nicholas Scott Lateral Lawyer Hires

Location:

slough, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

31.05.2025

Expiry Date:

15.07.2025

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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.