Job DescriptionOur client, a prestigious US law firm with a strong global presence, is seeking a Transactional Associate to join their top-ranked Private Equity team in London. This position offers an excellent opportunity for career development within a market-leading practice consistently recognized as highly ranked for Private Equity. This Cravath-scale firm is renowned for its expertise in public company M&A, private equity, litigation, white-collar and regulatory defense, and restructuring, handling major deals and high-stakes cases for leading global companies, asset managers, and financial institutions.
Role Overview
As a Junior Transactional Associate, you will play a key role in advising private equity firms and financial sponsors on complex cross-border transactions. You will work alongside experienced lawyers on high-profile deals, contributing to the success of the practice.
Responsibilities
- Advise on M&A, buyouts, and distressed acquisitions
- Handle corporate M&A and private equity transactions
- Collaborate effectively within a team environment
- Engage in business development and firm promotion
- Contribute to the team's knowledge sharing
- Supervise and mentor junior lawyers
Requirements
- Solicitor qualified in England & Wales with 1-4 years of PQE in private equity transactions.
- Previous experience at a leading private equity practice in London or a comparable market.
- Excellent drafting, negotiating, and communication skills, with strong attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage complex transactions and deliver high-quality work under pressure.
- A strong corporate training background and academics, and a non-jumpy CV showing demonstrable technical ability on PE backed transactions.
Benefits
- Comprehensive insurance plan
- Generous caregiver leaves
- Relocation assistance
- On-site and virtual physical therapy appointments
- Flexible or reduced work schedule options
- Commuter Benefit Program
Compensation:
- Competitive compensation in line with top-tier US firms.