Corporate M&A Solicitor - Elite US Firm

Taylor Root; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite US City law firm seeks a talented Corporate M&A Solicitor to join its high-performing team in London. This role involves advising on complex M&A transactions across various sectors, providing an exciting opportunity to work with top-tier clients globally in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Global exposure and local leadership

Clear path for career progression

Hands-on mentoring

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' post-qualification experience in corporate M&A.
• Experience with energy clients or financial institutions is desirable.
• Interest in public M&A is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Advising on public and private M&A, takeovers, and strategic corporate matters.
• Working with investment funds on private credit investments and equity restructurings.
• Supporting clients on cross-border regulatory issues.

Skills

Communication

Commercial Mindset

Intellectual Rigor

Education

Strong Academic Background

Job description

Our client, an elite US City law firm is seeking a talented Corporate M&A Solicitor to join its high-performing Corporate team in London.

This is a rare opportunity to work at the forefront of complex, high-value transactions across a broad range of sectors including private equity, energy, renewables, infrastructure, technology, and telecommunications.

You'll be part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team that advises on some of the most sophisticated deals in the market, both in the UK and globally.

The role:

• Advising on high-end public and private M&A, takeovers, take-privates, schemes of arrangement, and strategic corporate matters.
• Working with leading investment funds on special situations, private credit investments, distressed M&A, and equity restructurings.
• Supporting clients on cross-border regulatory and policy issues, often in high-stakes, high-profile contexts.

The successful candidate:

• 2-4 years' post-qualification experience in corporate M&A at a Magic Circle or US City law firm, or equivalent if qualified in a common law jurisdiction.
• Strong academic background and excellent communication skills.
• A commercial mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment.
• Experience with energy clients or sophisticated financial institutions (e.g. investment banks, hedge funds, institutional lenders) is highly desirable but is not essential.
• A keen interest in public M&A is a plus.

Why Join This Team?

• Global Reach, Local Excellence: The London office is the firm's international hub and third largest globally, offering a unique blend of global exposure and local leadership.
• Elite Client Base: Work with top-tier clients on headline-making deals across Europe, the US, the Middle East, Asia, Africa, and beyond.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a diverse, inclusive, and supportive team that values innovation, integrity, and excellence.
• Career Development: Benefit from a clear path for progression, hands-on mentoring, and access to cutting-edge legal work that will elevate your expertise.

Apply now to explore this exciting opportunity and take the next step in your legal career.

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