Corporate Associate – Private Equity (3–5 PQE)

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Corporate Associate (3–5 PQE) to join a highly regarded Private Equity team at a leading London law firm.

You’ll work on high-value, complex transactions for a premium client base, gaining exposure to some of the most sophisticated deals in the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on private equity transactions, including buyouts, investments, and exits
• Supporting on M&A deals from inception through to completion
• Drafting and negotiating key transaction documents
• Managing due diligence processes and coordinating with specialist teams
• Building strong relationships with clients, investors, and stakeholders

About You

• 3–5 years’ PQE in Corporate M&A / Private Equity
• Trained at a well-regarded law firm with strong technical grounding
• Experience working on private equity transactions (sponsor-side preferred but not essential)
• Confident communicator with strong commercial awareness
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple work-streams

What’s on Offer

• Exposure to market-leading Private Equity work
• A collaborative, high-performing team environment
• Genuine responsibility and client-facing opportunities
• Clear progression pathway and long-term career development
• Competitive salary and benefits package