Private Equity Associate

Company: Interlink Talent Solutions
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Location: Greater London
Job Description:

An Elite US Firm in London are looking to hire a Private Equity (Lawyer) Associate to join their London office.

The successful candidate will play a key role in advising private equity clients across the full lifecycle of investments, from acquisition through to exit. You will work closely with partners and senior associates on sophisticated cross-border transactions and take on significant responsibility from an early stage.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support on private equity transactions, including leveraged buyouts, growth investments, and exits
  • Advise private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on corporate matters
  • Draft and negotiate transaction documentation, including SPAs, shareholder agreements, and financing-related documents
  • Manage due diligence processes and coordinate multi-jurisdictional workstreams
  • Liaise directly with clients, financial advisers, and opposing counsel
  • Supervise and mentor junior associates and trainees
  • Support business development initiatives, including pitches and client relationship management

Qualifications

  • Typically 2–6 years’ PQE, with strong private equity / M&A experience from a leading international or US law firm
  • Demonstrated experience acting for private equity sponsors on complex transactions
  • Strong technical drafting skills and commercial awareness
  • Ability to manage multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Strong academic background
  • Work with a top-tier private equity client base, including leading global sponsors
  • Exposure to high-value, cross-border transactions
  • Lean team structure offering early responsibility and client exposure
  • Competitive US salary and bonus structure
  • Clear progression opportunities within a high-performing team

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your resume. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Alex Pendleton for a confidential discussion.

Our advertisements use salary and experience as a guide only. Interlink Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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Posted: April 3rd, 2026