Corporate / Private Equity Partner

ECB STAR Group; Greater London; On-site; GBP 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Job summary

ECB STAR Group London is seeking an entrepreneurial Corporate Partner or Private Equity Partner to join our growing global platform. This Day 1 Partner opportunity offers immediate impact, with the backing of a leading international practice and strong investment in London.

We are looking for individuals with an established client following and a drive to shape the future of a market-leading corporate team in London, across cross-border transactions and private equity work.

Qualifications

• Established client following and ability to secure new business.
• Strong track record as a Corporate and/or Private Equity Partner.
• Experience with cross-border transactions and international clients.
• Ambitious, growth‑focused leadership mindset.

Responsibilities

• Advising on private equity investments and exits.
• Mergers and acquisitions.
• Growth capital and venture transactions.
• Joint ventures and strategic partnerships.
• Corporate restructuring and complex corporate advisory work.
• Cross-border transactions involving North America, UK and Europe.

Job description

Corporate / Private Equity Partner | London

Build Something Exceptional. Shape the Future of a Growing Global Platform.

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an entrepreneurial Corporate Partner or Private Equity Partner to join the London office of a highly regarded international law firm that is continuing its strategic growth across Europe.

This is a genuine Day 1 Partner opportunity for an ambitious lawyer looking for a platform that combines the agility and momentum of a growth story with the resources, reputation, and profitability of a leading international practice.

We are seeking individuals with an established client following and a desire to play a meaningful role in shaping the future direction of a market-leading corporate practice in London.

The Opportunity

The firm has built a strong reputation advising private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, founders, management teams, public and private businesses, and financial institutions across a broad range of complex domestic and cross-border transactions.

With a significant international footprint and deep sector expertise, the corporate team advises on:

• Private equity investments and exits
• Mergers and acquisitions
• Growth capital and venture transactions
• Joint ventures and strategic partnerships
• Corporate restructuring and complex corporate advisory work
• Cross-border transactions involving North American, UK and European clients

The London office is a key strategic priority, benefiting from significant investment and strong support from the wider global platform.

This opportunity will appeal to partners who are excited by growth, collaboration, and the ability to make a tangible impact within a highly ambitious international firm.

Candidate Profile

We would be particularly interested in speaking with:

• Corporate and/or Private Equity Partners from leading UK, US or international firms
• Senior Counsel or Legal Directors with a credible near-term partnership trajectory
• Individuals with an existing client following or demonstrable business case
• Lawyers with strong relationships across the private equity, mid-market and corporate communityAmbitious practitioners who are motivated by growth rather than maintenance

If you are considering a move and would like to explore a platform that offers both immediate impact and long-term growth potential, we welcome a confidential conversation.

All enquiries will be treated with the strictest confidence.