NEW 2025: Associate 2+, US Compensation ££, Corporate, Private Equity, Stellar US firm in London

Ellis-Wake; Singapore; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious US firm is looking for a junior to mid-level lawyer currently in the UK or US corporate sectors. The role offers top compensation and involves working within corporate finance, backed by significant market influence. Ideal candidates should have relevant experience in Corporate, Private Equity, and M&A, with preferences for those from renowned law firms.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE preferred, 1+ PQE acceptable.
• Experience from US, Silver, or Magic Circle firms is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Handle senior to mid-level corporate finance work.
• Engage in high-stakes legal advisory within the US economy.

Skills

Corporate

Private Equity

M&A

Job description

NEW 2025 Opportunity: Ideally 2-5 years PQE, but 1+ PQE is acceptable for this 'new to London' firm, offering top compensation. As one of the leading US firms, we typically handle senior to mid-level work; however, this prestigious firm has recently recruited corporate superstars from other major US firms, enhancing its reputation.

This highly regarded global practice is deeply embedded in the US economy and political landscape, and is part of the elite circle of corporate finance work. The firm is now seeking a junior to mid-level lawyer (possibly senior) who is currently working in the UK or US corporate sectors.

Relevant experience may include: Corporate, Private Equity, M&A. Candidates are likely to come from a US, Silver, or Magic Circle firm.

Location: City of London

About the Recruiter: Dan Wake, qualified as a solicitor in 2003, owns Ellis-Wake, one of London's longest-serving legal recruitment agencies. He advises clients on market complexities and is a well-known connector and influencer in the legal recruitment industry. Dan has extensive experience dating back to 2004, navigating significant market changes and successfully recruiting across various sectors.

If interested, please contact Dan Wake (Director) confidentially at [e-mail] or by phone at ([phone].

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