Corporate / M&A Associate 2-4 PQE

JR United Kingdom; Slough; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier US law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate (2-4 PQE) to join its London team. This role involves working on high-end M&A transactions with prestigious clients. The ideal candidate will have relevant experience and a strong academic background, and will benefit from a collaborative environment focused on talent development.

Benefits

Competitive US-level remuneration

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' post-qualification experience in corporate/M&A.
• Strong academics and technical ability.
• Experience with energy or financial sponsor clients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work on market-leading M&A transactions.
• Advise on high-value cross-border M&A, public takeovers, and strategic investments.

Skills

Commercial mindset

Client skills

Education

Trained at leading UK, US, or international firm

Job description

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Corporate / M&A Associate 2-4 PQE, Slough

Client:

Medlock Partners

Location:

Slough, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

10.06.2025

Expiry Date:

25.07.2025

Job Description:

Corporate Associate – 2–4 PQE

Top-Tier US Firm | London | High-End Public & Private M&A | £Top of Market

An elite US law firm with a strong international presence is seeking a Corporate Associate (2–4 PQE) to join its highly regarded London team. This is an opportunity to work on market-leading M&A transactions with some of the most commercially sophisticated clients across sectors including private equity, energy, infrastructure, TMT, and financial services.

The team is known for advising on high-value cross-border M&A, public takeovers, take privates, schemes of arrangement, and strategic investments, often involving global investment funds, major corporates, and financial institutions.

What makes this opportunity stand out?

• A truly international platform with top-of-market work
• Close-knit, collaborative team with a reputation for developing talent
• Highly competitive US-level remuneration

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• 2–4 years' post-qualification experience in corporate/M&A (public and/or private)
• Trained at a leading UK, US, or international firm
• Strong academics and technical ability
• Confident client skills and a commercial mindset
• Experience with energy, infrastructure, or financial sponsor clients is a plus

This role is ideal for someone seeking greater exposure to headline work, a meritocratic environment, and a genuine opportunity to grow within a top-tier practice.