Private Equity Lawyer | 2 -4 PQE

Taylor Root; Greater London; On-site; GBP 139,500 - 170,500; Full time

Job summary

A leading global law firm is seeking a Corporate Private Equity Associate with 2–4 years of PQE in London. The successful candidate will advise on a range of high-value private equity transactions and develop strong client relationships. The firm offers a collaborative environment with opportunities for career advancement and global secondments. A competitive salary starting from £155k is offered based on experience, with target hours of 1700.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' PQE in private equity or high-value corporate transactional work.

Responsibilities

• Advising and supporting PE sponsors and financial investors.
• Building strong client relationships and understanding commercial drivers.
• Contributing to business development initiatives.
• Collaborating with colleagues across the global network.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Strong commercial judgment

Client relationship management

Education

Qualified lawyer with strong academic credentials

Job description

Our client, a leading US‑headquartered global law firm, is seeking a Corporate Private Equity Associate (2–4 PQE) to join its highly regarded transactional practice. The team advises major PE sponsors, financial investors and portfolio companies on high‑value, cross‑border matters.

The successful candidate will work on a broad range of private equity transactions, gaining exposure to market‑leading work and direct client interaction from day one. The role involves advising on acquisitions, disposals, investments, restructurings and portfolio company matters, as well as supporting clients on strategic and commercial issues across their sectors.

This is a collaborative, high‑performance environment where associates are given responsibility based on capability rather than PQE. The role also offers opportunities for client secondments and potential postings to overseas offices as part of the firm’s global associate programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising and supporting PE sponsors, financial investors and portfolio companies on transactional and strategic matters
• Building strong client relationships and understanding key commercial and sector drivers
• Contributing to business development and profile‑raising initiatives
• Working closely with colleagues across the global network and sharing knowledge within the team

About You

• Qualified lawyer with 2–4 years’ PQE and strong academic credentials
• Experience in private equity or high‑value corporate transactional work
• Excellent drafting skills and strong commercial judgment

This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious associate looking to join a top‑tier global platform with high‑profile clients, complex international work and clear career development.

Salary for this role is £155k+ (depending on experience). The firms target hours are 1700.