Private Equity Associate

Vasto Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm is seeking a Private Equity Associate (1–4 PQE) for a prestigious US law firm in London. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile transactions within a renowned Private Equity team. Candidates should have experience in Private Equity or Corporate/M&A matters and a desire to advance their career. A market-leading salary of £180k–£245k plus bonuses is offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Equity or Corporate/M&A matters preferred.
• Eagerness to develop career in Private Equity practice.

Responsibilities

• Join a top-tier Private Equity team in London.
• Gain hands-on deal responsibility and access to partners.
• Receive first-rate training in a dynamic environment.

Job description

Private Equity Associate (1–4 PQE)

We are working with an elite US law firm on a position within their highly regarded Private Equity team in the London office. This is a rare opportunity to join a practice consistently ranked as the market leader for high‑end private equity transactions, advising on some of the most complex and high‑profile deals globally.

The team acts for an unrivaled client base of major private equity houses, alternative asset managers, and portfolio companies. Their work spans leveraged buyouts, growth and minority investments, secondary transactions, co‑investments, and strategic exits, often with a significant cross‑border element. Associates are given early responsibility and exposure to headline‑grabbing transactions.

This position is ideally suited to an associate with some experience in Private Equity or Corporate/M&A matters who is eager to develop their career within the most sophisticated PE practice in the market.

You will gain direct access to partners, hands‑on deal responsibility, and first‑rate training in a fast‑paced and dynamic environment. The team is renowned for its deal volume, execution capability, and client base, offering unparalleled exposure and career progression opportunities. In return, you will receive a market‑leading US salary and bonus package.

The Firm

This elite US firm is consistently recognised as the global leader in Private Equity, with a formidable London office that is central to its international platform. The firm’s reputation across Private Equity, M&A, Restructuring, and Funds is unmatched, and associates are given the tools and opportunities to progress rapidly within a world‑class environment.

Salary – £180k–£245k depending on level and experience, plus a market‑leading US bonus.

We would welcome a confidential conversation. Please apply or contact George Sanderson, [e-mail], 07936132233 or Joe Kersey, [e-mail], 07510707909.