Private Equity M&A Counsel — In-House, London

Oliver James; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Oliver James in London is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its established legal team, focusing on private equity transactions. This in-house move offers exposure to the full investment life-cycle and close collaboration with investment teams.

Key duties include advising on M&A from structuring to completion, reviewing SPAs and SHAs, supporting transaction execution, and helping develop standard documents, playbooks, and cross-border initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years PQE in private equity or corporate M&A.
• Experience in advising on transactional documentation and risk management.
• Proactive and collaborative approach with investment teams.

Responsibilities

• Advise on M&A transactions from structuring through completion.
• Review and negotiate SPAs and SHAs.
• Support investment teams on transaction execution and legal risk management.
• Develop and standardize legal documents, playbooks, and processes.
• Contribute to cross-border transactions and legal technology initiatives.

Skills

Private equity

M&A

Legal drafting

Commercial awareness

Cross-border transactions

Job description

Oliver James in London is seeking a Legal Counsel to join its established legal team, focusing on private equity transactions. This in-house move offers exposure to the full investment life-cycle and close collaboration with investment teams.

Key duties include advising on M&A from structuring to completion, reviewing SPAs and SHAs, supporting transaction execution, and helping develop standard documents, playbooks, and cross-border initiatives.