Principal Associate - Corporate

Browne Jacobson LLP; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 110.000 - 140.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Private medical insurance

Pension contributions

Employee assistance programme

Wellbeing initiatives

Enhanced parental leave

Zusammenfassung

Browne Jacobson LLP in London seeks an experienced Principal Associate to join its corporate team. You will lead complex M&A, private equity, restructurings and governance matters, advising senior clients and handling cross-border deals where relevant.

The role offers a hybrid working model with a focus on mentorship, client relationships and business development to support the growth of the practice. We value commercialism, strong drafting skills and the ability to manage multiple matters

Qualifikationen

• Extensive experience leading M&A and private equity deals.
• Strong drafting and negotiation abilities with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to mentor junior lawyers and supervise associates.

Aufgaben

• Lead corporate transactions from inception to completion.
• Provide commercially focused advice on governance, compliance and company law.
• Draft, review and negotiate transaction documents.
• Manage due diligence and assess legal risks.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.
• Supervise and mentor associates and trainees.
• Support business development and firm growth initiatives.

Kenntnisse

M&A

Private equity

Corporate transactions

Drafting & negotiation

Client management

Ausbildung

Qualified solicitor

Jobbeschreibung

We are seeking an experienced Principal Associate to join our corporate team based in London. This is a senior role advising clients on a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A, private equity, corporate reorganisations, joint ventures and corporate governance.

As a key member of the team, you will lead complex transactions, manage client relationships, mentor junior lawyers and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead corporate transactions from inception to completion, including M&A, disposals, private equity deals and restructurings.
• Provide commercially focused legal advice on corporate governance, compliance and company law matters.
• Draft, review and negotiate transaction documentation.
• Manage due diligence processes and advise on legal risks.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
• Supervise and mentor associates and trainees.
• Support business development activities and contribute to the firm's growth strategy.

About You

• Strong experience in M&A, private equity and corporate transactions.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and client management skills.
• Proven ability to supervise and develop junior lawyers.
• Commercially minded, organised and able to manage multiple matters effectively.

Experience of cross-border transactions, corporate restructurings and sector expertise in areas such as technology, financial services, energy, healthcare or education would be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious corporate lawyer looking to take a leading role within a growing and successful team.

Why Join Us?

We offer a flexible and hybrid working model. Our comprehensive benefits package includes private medical insurance, pension contributions, an employee assistance programme, and a range of wellbeing initiatives. Enhanced parental leave is also available, reflecting our commitment to supporting you through every stage of your career and life.

Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we’re open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process.

We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, social economic background or age.

We’re a Disability Confident Employer and will offer an interview to disabled applicants who best meet the minimum/essential criteria for the role.