Job Description
THE FIRM
A long established global private client firm, trusted advisors to families, founders, fiduciaries and businesses - and more than this, to governments, charities and financial institutions.
THE ROLE
Within a corporate department that provides a unique combination of corporate experience that is framed by the firm's reputation for world leading wealth planning advice across the US, Europe and Asia.
The team frequently acts as outside general counsel, advising on all legal aspects of day-to-day operations, deal flow and shareholder relations.
Clients range from successful families and entrepreneurs to their businesses and wealth management structures and the institutions investing in them.
They cover numerous sectors with a particular focus on luxury brands, sports & entertainment, retail, hotels and leisure.
The role will encompass the full range of corporate M&A, investment and advisory work, across a wide range of sectors.
ABOUT YOU
The successful candidate will be a key member of the team from the start; drafting and negotiating a range of documents including share and asset purchase agreements, shareholders' and investment agreements, articles of association and related transaction documents.
The suitable candidate needs to be able to think creatively, produce excellent drafting and help lead the negotiation and delivery of a mandate.
In view of the client base, an international perspective is important.
Experience of partnership/LLP law, share incentives and/or capital markets may be helpful but is not essential.
Key skills and experience
* 5-8 years' post qualification experience
* Excellent academics and the benefit of a broad training in a well-regarded Corporate department
Lipson Lloyd Jones Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.