Corporate M&A Solicitor

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite international law firm is seeking a Corporate M&A Solicitor (2-5 PQE) for its Energy & Infrastructure team in London. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile transactions in a collaborative environment with a focus on professional growth and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Cravath-scale salary and market-leading benefits

Clear and structured career progression

Inclusive and supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE in corporate M&A from a top-tier law firm.
• Strong academic background.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Advising on cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures, and co-investments.
• Supporting clients through all stages of the deal lifecycle.
• Collaborating with colleagues across international offices.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

UK qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Corporate M&A Solicitor (2-5 PQE) – Energy & Infrastructure | Elite US City Law Firm | Cravath Salary | London | Permanent

Our client, an elite international law firm, highly ranked in the Legal 500, is seeking a talented Corporate M&A Solicitor (2-5 PQE) to join its high-performing and expanding Energy & Infrastructure team in London. This is a rare opportunity to work on some of the most complex and high-value transactions in the global market, alongside leading lawyers across the US, UK, and Middle East.

The Role

You will be part of a highly regarded and collaborative team advising on a broad range of corporate M&A transactions, including private M&A, joint ventures, and strategic investments. While the focus is on the energy and infrastructure sectors, prior experience in these areas is not essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advising on cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures, and co-investments in the energy and infrastructure sectors
• Supporting clients through all stages of the deal lifecycle
• Collaborating with colleagues across international offices
• Contributing to business development and client relationship initiatives

The successful individual:

• 2-5 years PQE in corporate M&A from a top-tier law firm
• Strong academic background and UK qualification (or equivalent)
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, international environment
• A proactive, team-oriented approach

Why Apply?

• Cravath-scale salary and market-leading benefits
• Exposure to high-profile, cross-border transactions
• Work with a globally integrated team of top-tier lawyers
• Clear and structured career progression
• Inclusive and supportive team culture

This is a fantastic opportunity for a corporate M&A associate looking to elevate their career within a globally recognised platform.

To apply or learn more in confidence, please get in touch directly or submit your CV.

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