Corporate Transactions & Advisory Associate — M&A (London)

We are seeking a talented corporate associate to join a market-leading M&A and corporate advisory practice in London, working on some of the world's largest and most complex cross-border transactions. The team advises leading public and private corporations, investment banks, financial institutions, governments and international bodies on public and private M&A, disposals, demergers, joint ventures, restructurings and high-value commercial contracts.

As an associate in the team, you will provide legal and commercial expertise on complex M&A, large-scale reorganisations and joint venture arrangements, as well as corporate advisory work. You will operate within cross-border and interdisciplinary teams, collaborating closely with antitrust, finance, capital markets, litigation, tax, pensions, employment and real estate specialists to deliver integrated advice. Client exposure spans sectors including financial services, energy and resources, consumer and retail, healthcare, industrials, real estate, aviation and technology.

You will draft legal documents clearly and concisely, devise bespoke solutions using legal knowledge and commercial judgement, and develop client relationships while contributing to business development and thought leadership. The practice also covers corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and IP and technology advisory, offering comprehensive support across all aspects of corporate activity.

• Solid corporate background gained at a city firm or a highly regarded overseas common law practice
• Experience advising on complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions
• Outstanding academic record and first-rate legal skills
• Excellent document drafting, communication and analytical skills with strong commercial awareness
• Proven ability to thrive in high-standard, client-focused teams and collaborate across multi-jurisdictional and multi-disciplinary groups
• Appetite for business development, client relationship management and thought leadership