Corporate Associate - Private M&A

Rutherford Search
London

​​Our Client

Our client, a leading US law firm, is looking for a 2-5 PQE Corporate Associate to join its prestigious London office. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, cross-border transactions for high-profile clients, including Fortune 50 companies, private equity firms and venture capital funds.

The firm specialises in corporate governance, securities, M&A and investment lifecycle deals across multiple industries. The London office plays a key role in the firm’s global network, offering excellent career growth prospects, competitive compensation and a supportive, dynamic environment for professional development.

Position Overview

As a Corporate Associate, you will play a key role in advising on a wide range of sophisticated corporate transactions, including public and private M&A, asset deals, corporate venture investments, carve-outs, split-offs, joint ventures and contested scenarios. You will work closely with partners and clients, including multinational corporations, private equity firms and sovereign entities, on deals spanning multiple industries and jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

Advise on a variety of complex corporate transactions, including M&A, private equity and venture capital deals

Draft, review, and negotiate complex corporate documentation

Play a significant role in all aspects of M&A and venture capital transactions

Liaise directly with clients and opposing counsel, building strong professional relationships

Collaborate with team members while also handling individual responsibilities

Requirements

2-4 years of post-qualification experience in corporate law

Qualified to practice law in England & Wales

Excellent academic credentials from a top-tier university

Proficiency in working on a full range of M&A transactions, joint ventures, and private equity transactions, often involving complex multijurisdictional issues

Strong experience in private M&A

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Rebecca Collins.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 020 3778 0846

Posted 2025-10-24

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