Legal Counsel M&A

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A global educational provider is seeking an M&A Lawyer for a hybrid role in central London. The position involves providing legal advice on mergers and acquisitions, managing transactions, and ensuring compliance. Candidates should have 2-3 years of PQE and strong corporate governance knowledge. The role offers a competitive salary up to £85,000 and additional benefits, with an opportunity to impact education globally.

Benefits

Competitive salary up to £85,000

Discretionary bonus

Additional benefits package

Hybrid working

Meaningful impact

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years PQE.
• Experience in Corporate M&A.
• Strong knowledge of legal compliance and corporate governance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and oversight on mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts.
• Conduct due diligence and advise on corporate governance.

Skills

Corporate M&A

Legal compliance

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Risk management

Job description

Overview

Global organisation within the education sector seeking an M&A Lawyer. Hybrid central London role working cross-border.

About Our Client

Our client is a global educational provider operating across a network of schools from early years through to secondary. With an emphasis on personalised education, the group is known for their innovation and collaborations with world-renowned institutions to enhance learning outcomes.

Job Description

• Provide legal advice and oversight on mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and transaction-related documents.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external counsel.
• Conduct due diligence.
• Advise on corporate governance matters.
• Support the Legal department in developing templates and processes for transactions.
• Ensure regulatory compliance.
• Provide training and guidance to the wider business.

The Successful Applicant

The successful applicant will have:

• 2 - 3 years PQE
• Experience in Corporate M&A
• Strong knowledge of legal compliance and corporate governance.
• Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills.
• The ability to manage complex transactions and work collaboratively with stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to identifying and mitigating legal risks.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary up to £85,000 depending on candidate experience
• Discretionary bonus
• Additional benefits package
• Hybrid working in central London
• The chance to work in a large organisation making a meaningful impact globally