Corporate M&A Associate – US Law Firm (London)

MAP Legal Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm in London is seeking a Corporate M&A Associate (4–5 PQE) to manage complex public and private transactions. The role involves advising on the UK Takeover Code, drafting key documents, and coordinating with clients and advisers. You'll be part of a dynamic team with a strong culture and competitive US salary package.

Benefits

Dynamic team culture

Rapid career progression

Highly competitive salary package

Qualifications

• Experience in handling public and private M&A transactions.
• Strong technical knowledge and proven track record.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and demands.

Responsibilities

• Handle the full lifecycle of transactions from structuring to execution.
• Advise on the UK Takeover Code and Listing Rules.
• Coordinate with partners and clients to drive transactions forward.

Skills

Corporate M&A

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial awareness

Education

4–5 years PQE in corporate M&A

Job description

Overview

A 4–5 PQE Corporate M&A Associate role with a leading US law firm in London, focusing on complex, high-value public and private M&A transactions for blue-chip clients with cross-border exposure.

Responsibilities

• Handle the full lifecycle of transactions from structuring through execution.
• Advise on the UK Takeover Code and Listing Rules; draft offer documents and circulars; negotiate market-leading agreements such as SPAs, joint ventures and restructuring documentation.
• Coordinate with partners, clients and advisers; manage multiple workstreams; deliver integrated advice to drive transactions forward.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years’ PQE in corporate M&A, ideally from a leading international or top-tier firm.
• Proven track record in both public and private M&A with strong technical knowledge; excellent drafting and negotiation skills; able to handle high-profile matters.
• Commercial awareness, adaptability and a proactive approach; enthusiasm for cross-border work.

What’s on offer

Dynamic and collaborative team culture, a platform for rapid career progression, and a highly competitive US salary package.

For a confidential discussion about this role, please contact Raj Sidhu. For further information and confidential discussions, please apply to MAP Legal at recruitment.

MAP Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Please note: Where a level of experience, such as 'PQE', is indicated, this is a guideline only and we welcome applications from candidates with more or fewer years’ experience.

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