Private Equity / M&A Associate (2-5 PQE) – Sponsor & Public M&A Focus | London
Overview
A top-tier corporate team is looking to hire a 2-5 PQE associate into its London practice, with a focus on private equity and complex M&A transactions.
The team is particularly well known for its work on UK public takeovers (including hostile situations), alongside advising sponsors and corporates on sophisticated cross-border transactions, restructurings and equity financings.
Key Experience & Workstreams
- Sponsor-led M&A and private equity transactions
- UK public takeovers (recommended and hostile)
- Cross-border acquisitions and disposals
- Corporate reorganisations and restructurings
- Equity financings and complex transaction structuring
Candidate Profile
- 2-5 PQE from a leading US, Magic Circle or top international firm
- Strong M&A experience, ideally with sponsor exposure and/or public takeover experience
- Excellent technical and drafting ability
- Strong interest in complex deal structuring and public M&A dynamics
- Comfortable operating in high-stakes, fast-paced transaction environments
Why This Role?
- Unique exposure to UK public takeovers, including hostile deals
- Strong mix of private equity and complex corporate M&A
- Opportunity to develop a differentiated skillset in public M&A / Takeover Code matters
- High-quality work with excellent partner access and development trajectory