Private Equity Senior Associate – 4-8 PQE

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; Greater London; On-site; GBP 110,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top of market remuneration

Attractive bonus scheme

Job summary

Taylor Root, acting for a market-leading private equity group within a premier international law firm, seeks a lawyer with strong PE transactional experience. You will run key workstreams on major transactions, manage client engagements and supervise junior lawyers across cross-border matters.

Candidates should have 4–8 PQE, be qualified in England & Wales, and bring experience from a leading international firm. A dynamic, collaborative environment with hybrid working is offered.

Qualifications

• 4-8 PQE with private equity transactional experience.
• Qualified in England & Wales (or equivalent common law jurisdiction).
• Experience at a leading international or top City firm.
• Confidence in drafting and negotiating SPAs, investment agreements and JV documentation.
• Strong understanding of complex deal structures and cross-border elements.

Responsibilities

• Run key workstreams on major transactions.
• Manage client engagements and supervise junior lawyers.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams regularly.
• Lead deal structuring across multi-jurisdictional components.

Skills

Private equity transactions

Client management

Leadership

Cross-border deals

Negotiation skills

Job description

About the Firm

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a top-tier international law firm with a strong track record across complex, high-value private equity transactions. The firm is widely recognised as a global leader in sponsor-driven work, advising many of the most sophisticated investors and funds in the market. Its platform offers clients unparalleled strength and depth, supported by a fully integrated international capability across key financial centres.

Known for its collaborative culture and commitment to professional development, the firm provides comprehensive training, mentorship and hybrid working flexibility. Associates in this team benefit from exposure to cutting-edge matters, genuine responsibility from an early stage and a supportive environment that rewards initiative and excellence.

The Role

You will join a market-leading Private Equity group advising a dynamic client base, including leading financial sponsors, alternative asset managers and infrastructure investors. The team advises across all phases of the private equity lifecycle, offering full-service support through complex global transactions. Work encompasses:

• Large-cap buyouts, growth equity transactions and minority stakes
• Public-to-private deals, structured equity products and joint ventures
• Strategic exits through trade sales, IPOs and dual-track processes
• Portfolio company matters such as bolt-on acquisitions, refinancing and restructuring

This is a front-line role with early responsibility: you will run key workstreams on major transactions, manage client engagements, supervise more junior lawyers and collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams regularly. Deals often involve multi-jurisdictional components and innovative structuring, demanding both attention to detail and commercial agility.

What They’re Looking For

• 4-8 PQE with strong private equity transactional experience
• Qualified in England & Wales (or equivalent common law jurisdiction)
• Current or recent experience at a leading international or highly regarded City firm
• Confidence in drafting and negotiating SPAs, investment agreements and JV documentation
• Strong understanding of complex deal structures and cross-border elementsExcellent communication, organisational and client management skills
• Proven ability to lead workstreams and manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Why Apply?

This opportunity offers exposure to some of the most high-profile and strategically significant private equity mandates across Europe and beyond. The role combines:

• Cutting-edge, multi-jurisdictional transactions and direct sponsor engagement
• A dynamic, growth-focused team with strong market momentum
• A collegiate environment with significant investment in career development
• Top of market remuneration and an attractive bonus scheme

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