Legal Counsel – Corporate and Venue Development

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in live entertainment is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their in-house legal team in London. You will support international acquisitions and corporate development, managing legal work for high-value transactions. Qualified lawyers with 3–6 years PQE in corporate law are encouraged to apply. Interested candidates can contact directly via email.

Qualifications

• Qualified to practise law in the UK or similar jurisdiction.
• 3–6 years PQE in corporate or acquisition law.
• Experience managing transactions from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Support M&A and financing activities across EMEA.
• Lead legal workstreams on new deals and documentation.
• Manage external counsel relationships.

Skills

Corporate law

Acquisitions law

Financing law

Negotiation

Project management

Communication

Education

Qualified lawyer in the UK, Ireland, or similar jurisdiction

Job description

Our client, a global leader in live entertainment, is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their in‑house legal team in London. This is a unique opportunity to work at the heart of international acquisitions, venue development and corporate expansion across the EMEA region and beyond.

About the Role

As Legal Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the group’s strategic growth initiatives, including acquisitions, joint ventures and new market entries. Reporting to the SVP Legal – Corporate and Venue Development, you’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across legal, M&A, finance and business development teams. This role offers exposure to high-value, cross‑border transactions and the chance to shape the future of live entertainment globally.

Key Responsibilities

• Support M&A, venue development and financing activities across the EMEA region.
• Lead legal workstreams on new deals, including structuring, due diligence, documentation and closing.
• Draft and negotiate key transaction documents such as SPAs, SHAs and confidentiality agreements.
• Manage external counsel relationships, budgets and deliverables across jurisdictions.
• Advise on legal requirements for market entry and business licensing.
• Coordinate post‑close integration activities and corporate housekeeping.
• Collaborate with internal teams on merger clearance and regulatory matters.
• Maintain deal trackers and prepare regular updates for senior management.

About You

• Qualified lawyer, entitled to practise in the UK, Ireland or a similar jurisdiction.
• Likely 3–6 years PQE in corporate, acquisitions or financing law (in‑house or private practice).
• Proven experience managing transactions from inception to completion.
• Strong cross‑border and multi‑jurisdictional experience is highly desirable.
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills, with a proactive and flexible approach.
• Experience in the entertainment sector is not required, but an interest in the industry is a plus.

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