Corporate – M&A (2-5PQE)

Taylor Root; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor Root is assisting a well-established London firm seeking a solicitor with 2-5 PQE to join a leading corporate team advising on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and growth capital transactions. The role offers close partner exposure and meaningful responsibility from the outset.

Applicants should have demonstrable M&A experience; exposure to private equity or venture capital is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 2-5 PQE qualified solicitor with demonstrable M&A experience
• Exposure to private equity or venture capital is advantageous
• Excellent technical ability and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Advise on domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and growth capital transactions
• Work with senior partners and fast-growing businesses in a collaborative, high-performing environment

Skills

M&A experience

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Job description

Title: Associate - Corporate (M&A) - 2-5 PQE

About the Firm

A well-established and highly respected London firm known for providing full-service corporate and commercial advice to an entrepreneurial client base. The practice combines a sharp commercial focus with genuine partner engagement, operating at the intersection of private equity, venture capital, and M&A markets.

The Role

You will join a leading corporate team advising on high-quality domestic and cross-border mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and growth capital transactions. The role offers close partner exposure, meaningful responsibility from the outset, and the chance to work with fast-growing businesses and investors in a collegiate, high-performing environment.

What They're Looking For:

• 2-5 PQE qualified solicitor with demonstrable M&A experience
• Exposure to private equity or venture capital is advantageous
• Excellent technical ability and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Enthusiastic team player with a commitment to delivering client excellence

Why Apply?

The firm offers top of market remuneration, an attractive bonus scheme, and hands-on exposure to complex corporate transactions across diverse sectors. You will benefit from working directly with senior partners in a collaborative environment that values professional growth and client relationships.

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