Job Description
About the job
Rutherford is partnered with a leading global law firm renowned for its strength across M&A and private equity transactions. The firm is seeking a Corporate Lawyer (1 – 6PQE) to join its London office, advising on complex, high-value, and often cross-border transactions across key industries including technology, healthcare, and life sciences.
You’ll work as part of a world-class corporate team trusted by major corporates, financial institutions, and private equity sponsors to deliver on headline-making deals and sophisticated cross-border mandates.
Key responsibilities
1. Advise on public and private M&A transactions, including take-privates, carve-outs, and joint ventures.
2. Act for private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on investments, exits, and strategic corporate activity.
3. Support multinational clients across regulated and fast-moving sectors such as tech, life sciences, and healthcare.
4. Work closely with cross-border teams on complex, multi-jurisdictional transactions, ensuring cohesive client service and strategic execution.
5. Assist with corporate governance, shareholder relations, and transaction structuring for major international clients.
6. Collaborate with colleagues across corporate, finance, tax, and regulatory practices t...