M&A and Private Equity Associate

Job description

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an Associate to join a top-tier Am Law Corporate practice specialising in M&A and Private Equity Real Estate in London. This role offers the chance to work on some of the most complex and high-value private equity real estate transactions in the market, advising leading sponsors, fund vehicles, and corporate clients.

This position is ideal for a commercially minded associate who enjoys working on sophisticated, often cross-border deals and who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You will be given early responsibility, meaningful client exposure, and the opportunity to develop as a trusted adviser on landmark transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise private equity sponsors, real estate funds, and corporate clients on complex private equity real estate transactions.
• Work on a broad range of matters including acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and strategic M&A transactions.
• Support transaction structuring and execution across domestic and cross-border deals.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documentation to a high standard.
• Collaborate with colleagues across corporate, finance, tax, and regulatory teams to deliver seamless advice.
• Manage multiple matters and deadlines while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Qualifications

• England & Wales qualified (or equivalent), with a minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience.
• Experience advising on private equity real estate, M&A, or complex corporate transactions.
• Strong academic background and excellent technical legal skills.
• Commercially astute with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
• Exceptional drafting, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to take on meaningful responsibility and work directly with senior lawyers and clients.

Benefits

• Highly competitive remuneration and bonus structure.
• Exposure to market-leading private equity and real estate transactions.
• A collaborative, high-performance culture with significant training and development support.
• Access to first-class resources and the opportunity to build a long-term career at the top of the market.

If you are interested in this position and meet the requirements, please click “apply now” to submit an up-to-date CV.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion about this opportunity, please contact Andrew Collins - andrewcollins@puresearch.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

24-12-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English