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Legal Counsel (Private Equity/M&A)

Rutherford Search

London

On-site

GBP 60,000 - 100,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An elite US Private Equity firm is seeking a driven M&A transactional Associate to join their dynamic London team. This exciting role is tailored for an experienced lawyer from a Tier 1 global law firm, focusing on complex transactions and providing opportunities for professional growth. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of post-qualification experience and a strong academic background. With a competitive compensation package and a collaborative environment, this position promises to be a significant step in your legal career, allowing you to work on high-profile deals that shape the industry.

Benefits

Strong compensation package
Benefits
Progression opportunities

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years PQE in a Legal 100 M&A practice.
  • Strong academic background from university and law school.

Responsibilities

  • Focus on complex cross-border M&A transactions.
  • Work within the investment team on high-profile deals.

Skills

M&A Transactions
Cross-Border Transactions
Legal Research

Education

Law Degree
Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

About the job

Our Client, an elite US Private Equity firm, is looking for a strong, private practice qualified M&A transactional Associate to join their London based team. The role is purely transactions focused, suitable for a driven deals lawyer, and will sit within the investment team.

The team require an experienced associate from a Tier 1 global law firm's M&A or Private Equity practice.

Strong compensation package, benefits, and progression opportunities.

Candidate Profile:
  1. 3-5 PQE in a Legal 100 M&A practice
  2. Demonstrable track record in complex cross-border M&A transactions
  3. A strong academic track record across university and law school
  4. Must be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales
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