Private Equity/M&A Associate 3-5 PQE

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite US law firm in London is seeking a high-calibre Private Equity & M&A Associate (3-5 PQE) for its corporate team. This role offers exposure to complex cross-border transactions and a top-of-market salary. Prospective candidates will work on high-profile deals and gain significant responsibilities with strong mentorship.

Benefits

Top-of-market salary and bonus structure

Collegiate and international working environment

Significant responsibility from day one

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ post-qualification experience at a top-tier firm.
• Strong background in private equity and M&A.
• Proactive and able to work in a lean, high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex and high-value private equity buyouts and M&A transactions.
• Advise on co-investments, joint ventures, and strategic investments.
• Work closely with partners on globally significant deals.

Skills

Private Equity

M&A

Cross-border Transactions

Commercial Awareness

Education

Excellent Academic Track Record

Job description

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Client:

Medlock Partners

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Yes

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Private Equity & M&A Associate – 3–5 PQE

Elite US Firm | London | Complex Cross-Border Transactions | £Top of Market

An elite US law firm in London is seeking a high-calibre Private Equity & M&A Associate (3–5 PQE) to join its market-leading corporate team. This is a rare opportunity to operate at the sharp end of premium international deal work, acting for major global sponsors, corporates, and financial institutions on sophisticated and high-value transactions.

The Role

You will be exposed to a wide variety of complex and cross-border transactions, including:

• Private equity buyouts, co-investments and exits
• High-end public and private M&A
• Strategic investments, carve-outs and joint ventures
• Advising sponsors, portfolio companies and institutional investors across multiple sectors

You will work closely with renowned partners and take a hands-on role on headline deals with global significance.

Candidate Profile

• 3–5 years’ post-qualification experience gained at a top-tier firm (UK or international)
• Strong background in private equity and M&A with exposure to cross-border work
• Excellent academic track record and technical skill set
• Proactive, commercially minded and able to work as part of a lean, high-performing team

Why Apply?

• Access to some of the most complex and high-profile private equity deals in the market
• Lean deal teams and significant responsibility from day one
• Top-of-market US salary and bonus structure
• Collegiate and international environment with strong partner mentorship

This is a compelling role for someone looking to step into a global platform and accelerate their career.