Interim General Counsel (Corp M&A)

MLA is working on an excellent interim opportunity with a fast-growing, private equity-backed business operating across multiple European markets.

Following a significant period of expansion through acquisition, the business is looking to appoint an Interim General Counsel on an initial 3-month contract to support a busy transactional pipeline and provide senior legal leadership across the organisation.

This role would suit a senior corporate/M&A lawyer who enjoys working closely with the business, partnering with senior stakeholders, and operating in a high-growth, fast-paced environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading and supporting acquisitions, investments and other strategic transactions
• Reviewing and negotiating transaction documents and commercial agreements
• Advising leadership teams on legal and commercial risk
• Managing external counsel across multiple jurisdictions
• Supporting post-deal integration activities
• Enhancing legal processes, governance and risk management frameworks
• Providing pragmatic, business-focused advice across a range of commercial legal matters

Ideal background:

• Qualified lawyer with strong M&A experience gained in a leading law firm
• Experience advising on private equity transactions and/or supporting PE-backed companies
• Previous in-house experience is advantageous
• Commercially minded, pragmatic and comfortable operating autonomously
• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence senior leaders

Location:

• Hybrid working arrangement with a London office base and an expectation of 2-3 days per week in the office.

If you're an experienced M&A lawyer available at short notice and interested in a broad, hands-on GC role within a dynamic growth business, I'd be delighted to hear from you.