- High quality work at a leading boutique firm
- Opportunity for growth and development
About Our Client
Our client is a leading London firm with an exceptional reputation for its private client, family and corporate work. Known for its long history, high profile client base and outstanding standards, the firm offers a unique blend of tradition, prestige and modern, commercial legal advice.
Job Description
You will work on a broad range of corporate matters, including:
- Leading and supporting on strategic transactions such as share and business sales and purchases, joint ventures, reorganisations, shareholder agreements, investment agreements and fundraisings
- Handling a mix of corporate and commercial work arising from the firm's close relationships with HNWIs, entrepreneurs and family offices
- Playing an active role in the team's ongoing growth and business development efforts
- Working closely within a supportive, close knit team while also handling matters independently when appropriate
The Successful Applicant
The ideal candidate will have:
- 5-8 years PQE (flexible for the right individual)
- Experience gained in a well regarded corporate practice
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to manage a wide variety of clients and matters
- An interest in business development and ideally some early stage contacts or a developing following
- Experience working with HNWIs or family offices (helpful but not essential)
Personal Skills
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Strong drafting and negotiation abilityAbility to prioritise, work under pressure and meet deadlines
- A collaborative mindset and comfort working in a flat team structure
- High attention to detail and a strong academic background
What's on Offer
- High quality, often high profile corporate matters within a respected boutique practice
- A supportive team culture with genuine opportunities for business development and client ownership