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Corporate Legal Counsel (12 -15month FTC)

Marsden International Legal Search Limited

London

Hybrid

GBP 150,000 - 200,000

Full time

8 days ago

Job summary

A leading recruitment consultancy is seeking a Corporate Legal Counsel for an initial 12-15 month fixed-term contract in Central London. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, proficient in corporate law and M&A documentation. This role involves leading various legal transactions and collaborating with key stakeholders. The position offers a hybrid working arrangement starting by late-August.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in Corporate law.
  • Experience in a top tier firm and/or relevant in-house role.
  • Deep understanding of Companies Act and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

  • Lead on transactional matters, including drafting and reviewing agreements.
  • Work closely with portfolio companies across their growth stages.
  • Oversee financing rounds and collaborate with stakeholders.

Skills

Corporate practice
M&A contracts
Private equity
Venture capital
Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified lawyer (5+ years PQE)

Job description

Corporate Legal Counsel - 5+ pqe - FTC 12-15 mths - London

Our client is a leader in early-stage investment within the life-science and technology sector.

They are looking for a Corporate Lawyer to join their busy team on an initial 12-15 month fixed term contract commencing by late-August to cover for a period of maternity leave. Central London office, hybrid working.

Reporting to the General Counsel you will have a varied remit including;
• leading on transactional matters, drafting and reviewing documentation for investments, shareholder, loan agreements and M&A contracts
• working closely with portfolio companies at all stages of their growth life cycle
• overseeing financing rounds and exit events
• liaising extensively with stakeholders across the business and portfolio
• instructing external counsel and project management

To be considered for this opportunity you will be 5+ years a guide with experience gained in the Corporate practice of a top tier firm and/or in a relevant role in-house. Technical experience and expertise across private and public corporate and company law, PE and VC investments, M&A, along with working knowledge of the Companies Act, Listing Rules, Takeover Code etc is essential.

For more information: Amanda Chard,Head of Interim Legal Search ,Marsden

HOW TO CONTACT US
Please APPLY and attach your CV and/or contact AMANDA CHARD, Head of Interim Legal Search , Marsden for a confidential discussion about this role and any other in house roles.
Marsden Group is an experienced global recruitment consultancy with a personal touch, extensive industry experience and an understanding of the significance of managing your career.

All applications will be reviewed and a consultant will be in touch if we can assist you. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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