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Private Equity Associate – Greater London

Private Equity Associate in Greater London. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Advising on private equity investments, acquisitions, and disposals.

  • Managing and executing private equity and M&A transactions.

  • Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating transaction documentation.

  • Advising on buyouts, leveraged transactions, and growth capital investments.

  • Supporting buy-and-build strategies, distressed transactions, and exit processes.

  • Coordinating with specialist teams across Finance, Tax, Employment, Benefits, and Regulatory.

  • Working on complex international and cross-border transactions.

About You

  • Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or an equivalent jurisdiction.

  • Experience within a recognised private equity, corporate, or transactional practice.

  • Strong experience advising on private equity transactions, buyouts, and M&A.

  • Exposure to cross-border transactions and international deal execution.

What's on Offer

This role offers the chance to work with a leading international law firm known for its strong transatlantic presence and expertise in corporate and private equity practice.

Frequently Asked Questions

As specialist recruiters, we bypass standard HR portals and introduce you directly to the hiring partners. We advocate for your salary expectations, ensure your CV highlights exactly what the firm is looking for, and handle all negotiation—all completely free of charge to you.

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Role Summary

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — Greater London

The London market is extremely buoyant for talented associates. We are seeing a trend towards hybrid working models and increased base packages for retention.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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