Corporate M&A Associate (5–10 PQE) – Elite NY Law Firm – London
Location:
London
PQE:
5–10 years
Salary:
Cravath scale + bonus
Qualification:
UK-qualified solicitors only
Firm:
Elite US (NY-headquartered) law firm
An elite New York law firm with a thriving and prestigious
London office
is looking to hire a top-tier
Corporate M&A Associate (5–10 PQE)
into its
leading Corporate practice
.
This is an exceptional strategic opportunity for a UK-qualified corporate lawyer to join a high-performing team advising on some of the most complex, high-value and cross-border transactions in the market. The firm operates at the very top end of the legal industry and offers
true career development
alongside
Cravath-level compensation
.
About the Role:
You will work closely with leading US and UK partners on cutting-edge transactions, including:
* Private and public M&A
* Private equity and sponsor-led transactions
* Cross-border deals and joint ventures
* Strategic investments, carve-outs, and corporate reorganisations
Clients include global private equity houses, multinational corporates, sovereign wealth funds, and high-growth companies across key sectors including technology, life sciences, financial services, and energy.
Ideal Candidate:
* UK-qualified
solicitor with
5–10 years' PQE
* Trained at and currently working within an
elite Magic Circle, Silver Circle, or top-tier US firm
in London
* Extensive experience in complex M&A transactions and cross-border deal management
* Excellent academic credentials and technical skills
* Confident, commercially-minded, and capable of managing sophisticated clients and transactions
Why Join?
* Cravath-scale compensation package
* Direct access to market-leading partners and high-profile clients
* Exposure to global deals with real responsibility and progression
* A tight-knit, entrepreneurial and collaborative team culture
* Genuine long-term career development within a firm that promotes on merit
Interested?
This is a rare and high-calibre opportunity.
To discuss in confidence or apply directly, please get in touch.
All enquiries are treated with the strictest discretion.
To Apply:
Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the role to