Senior Corporate Opportunities | Corporate M&A – Asset Management & Financial Services (c.10PQE+)

The Stephen James Partnership; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment partnership seeks a Specialist Legal In-house Head-Hunter to lead senior-level legal hires in the asset management and financial services sectors. The role demands a qualified lawyer with extensive experience in corporate transactions, capable of influencing business strategy. This strategic position offers a unique opportunity to impact legal operations across diverse corporate functions.

Qualifications

• 10+ PQE with significant experience in M&A and corporate transactions.
• Background in asset management or financial services is advantageous.
• Trained at a reputable City firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-value M&A and corporate restructuring transactions.
• Manage external counsel and oversee execution on cross-border mandates.
• Contribute to legal operations and risk management strategy.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Negotiation

Project Management

Education

Qualified lawyer in England & Wales

Job description

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Specialist Legal In-house Head-Hunter - extensive experience working with Technology, Media and Financial Institutions

Do you want to step into a strategic legal leadership role within a fast-paced commercial environment?

Are you considering your next move outside of private practice where your legal expertise can directly impact business strategy?

Are you already in-house and looking for a broader, more influential legal position?

The Opportunity

We’re partnering with several clients across the asset management and wider financial services sectors who are exploring senior-level legal hires within their corporate functions. These positions will appeal to experienced corporate lawyers who enjoy strategic legal work, managing complex transactions, and acting as key legal advisers across the business.

The Role

Typical responsibilities are expected to include:

• Leading on high-value M&A, JV, and corporate restructuring transactions
• Acting as a senior legal stakeholder across legal, commercial, finance, and governance teams
• Project-managing broader elements of strategic transactions and investments
• Reviewing and negotiating legal documentation across corporate and financial matters
• Managing external counsel and overseeing execution on cross-border mandates
• Contributing to legal operations, internal frameworks, and risk management strategy

The Profile

• Qualified lawyer in England & Wales, ideally with c.10PQE+ (happy to be flexible for the right candidate)
• Trained at a reputable City firm with significant experience in M&A and corporate transactions
• A background in asset management, private funds, or broader financial services is highly advantageous
• Proven leadership skills, able to operate at pace and influence senior stakeholders
• Equally suitable for those in private practice or already in-house, seeking a step up

Next Steps

If this aligns with your profile and aspirations, we’d love to hear from you. Apply below or reach out directly to [e-mail].

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Staffing and Recruiting

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