Corporate Partner

Errington Legal; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Cambridge is seeking an experienced Corporate Partner to grow their Venture Capital offering. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of PQE, with a focus on the Life Sciences and Technology markets. This role offers strategic input in shaping a team while maintaining high-quality work standards. Applicants with a prior record in business development are preferred. The firm is committed to supporting career progression and ensuring a balanced work-life environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years PQE as a Corporate lawyer.
• Experience in the UK Life Sciences and Technology markets.
• Interest in developing a stand-alone VC desk.

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 across the UK market.

Skills

Corporate law experience

Business development

Sector-specific knowledge in Life Sciences and Technology

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, 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.