Hybrid Private Markets Associate – M&A & PE

Simmons & Simmons; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution

Global skills academy with learning opportunities

Hybrid working model

Job summary

Simmons & Simmons is hiring an Associate for their Private Markets team in Bristol. The successful candidate will deal with high-quality transactional work and complex corporate matters, engaging closely with partners and senior lawyers. Candidates should have 2-5 years of PQE with strong Private M&A experience and excellent drafting skills.

Key offerings include a competitive compensation package with bonuses, medical insurance, and a hybrid working model, ensuring a supportive environment for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in Private M&A, ideally with exposure to Private Equity work.
• Strong technical drafting skills are required.
• Ability to build strong internal and external relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advising on a range of corporate transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating transaction documentation.
• Managing and supporting due diligence processes.
• Structuring transactions and advising on legal risk.
• Leading workstreams on transactions.

Skills

Private M&A experience

Transaction documentation drafting

Project management skills

Commercial awareness

Collaborative approach

Education

2–5 years PQE

Gained at leading UK or international firm

Job description

Simmons & Simmons is hiring an Associate for their Private Markets team in Bristol. The successful candidate will deal with high-quality transactional work and complex corporate matters, engaging closely with partners and senior lawyers. Candidates should have 2-5 years of PQE with strong Private M&A experience and excellent drafting skills.

Key offerings include a competitive compensation package with bonuses, medical insurance, and a hybrid working model, ensuring a supportive environment for professional growth.