Corporate Partner

Errington Legal; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm is seeking a Corporate Partner to enhance their Venture Capital offering in Cambridge. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Corporate law, particularly within the Life Sciences and Technology sectors, and have a keen interest in developing a VC desk. This role offers an opportunity for strategic input and collaboration with seasoned professionals, fostering both personal and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in Life Sciences and Technology sectors is preferred.
• Evidence of prior business development is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Grow the Venture Capital offering in Cambridge.
• Advise on M&A, private equity, and venture capital matters.
• Work closely with established teams and clients.

Skills

Corporate law expertise

Business development skills

Interest in Life Sciences

Interest in Technology sector

Education

8+ years PQE in Corporate law

Job description

An exciting opportunity with clear growth potential - this partner will have the opportunity for strategic input and to shape a team around them, reinforced by a hugely successful firm with leading lawyers in this space.

Corporate Partner (VC / M&A) - Cambridge

We are open to engaging with locally based or relocating senior lawyers with experience in the key Cambridge markets - Life Sciences and Technology -who seek a strategic leadership role and a better work life balance without a compromise on work quality

Client

A leading UK firm with a Tier 1 Corporate practice and significant experience in the life sciences and technology markets, as well as a proven track record of supporting their employees to progress their career and develop their practice

Role

• Seeking a Corporate Partner to further grow their Venture Capital offering in Cambridge, working closely with established teams and clients across the UK market
• A broad Corporate role is available with a clear mandate to increase the VC offering
• Currently biased towards Life Sciences and Technology but we would welcome partners with experience in these as well as other sectors
• The team advise on all aspects of M&A, private equity and venture capital matters
• Commitment from the firm to further grow and support this hire with experienced associates in time

You

• An experienced Corporate lawyer with a distinct interest in the UK Life Sciences and Technology markets, and in developing a stand-alone VC desk over time
• Suited to a Partner or partner track lawyer with 8+ years PQE
• A following is not strictly required but prior evidence of business development and sector specific experience is preferred

For further information and a confidential discussion, please contact [e-mail]

All discussions are confidential and enquiries are welcome without any obligation to make an application.

We are an equal opportunities recruiter, committed to ensuring an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. We embrace and promote diversity as we understand the importance and value of this both for us and our clients.