*Lawyer - Private Equity Associate
*Associate
*UK

Lawyer - Private Equity Associate, London
 
Salary:£125,000 - £150,000
 
Education Level: 3-6 years Post Qualification Experience (PQE)
 
About Our Client:
Our client is one of the largest law firms globally, with a presence across five continents and more than 40 offices in key capital cities and financial hubs. They provide clients with comprehensive local market insights and access to national and international capabilities. Known for a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence, the firm offers a unique environment for professional growth.  With a diverse and inclusive platform, they emphasize teamwork and the ability to deliver top-tier solutions to a broad range of industries and practice areas, making it an exceptional place to build your career.
 
The Role:
The firm is seeking a Lawyer Private Equity Associate (3-6 years PQE) to join its thriving London team. The role will involve working closely with private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and management teams on various complex transactions.
 
Key Responsibilities:
*Giving legal advice on auction and buyout processes, majority and minority investments, bolt-ons, and exits.
*Drafting and negotiating preliminary legal documentation, including Exclusivity Agreements, Heads of Terms, Management Equity Term Sheets, and more.
*Preparing legal Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs), Disclosure Letters, Investment Agreements, and Articles of Association.
*Conducting legal due diligence and managing ancillary documentation.
*Supporting the broader corporate legal practice and contributing to the firm’s legal private equity strategy.
Skills & Experience Required:
*You MUST have experience of working in the London office of an international law firm, Magic Circle or US International "Big Law" firm.
*Must have legal experience in multiple private equity transactions, with expertise in drafting and negotiating legal transaction documents.
*Excellent legal technical and drafting skills.
*UK Legal market knowledge of typical terms and structures in private equity deals.
*Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, including presenting to stakeholders.
*Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a legal team.
*Resilience under pressure, maintaining calm and focus during demanding situations 
What They Offer:
You will be joining a supportive, high-performing, and collaborative legal team that values each member’s contributions. The position provides the opportunity to work on high-profile, complex legal deals, gaining exposure to a global client base, enhancing your professional legal growth and career development. Merit based compensation plan - you need not wait a full year to get promotion.
 
Commitment to Diversity & Equal Opportunities:
Our client is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and is an equal opportunities employer. All applicants will be considered without regard to sex, marital status, gender reassignment, race, nationality, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. The firm also supports reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with disabilities and strives to ensure a welcoming and equitable work environment.

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