Associate Lawyer jobs


Advance your career as an Associate Lawyer with confidence. We help ambitious associates secure Associate Lawyer jobs that align with their expertise, ambitions and long-term goals.

With decades of experience as a top legal recruitment agency, Taylor Root offers the insight and guidance you need to make informed decisions at this pivotal stage of your career.

Whether you’re looking to deepen your expertise in corporate law, banking and finance, litigation, employment, or regulatory work, we’ll help you navigate the market, understand salary benchmarks, and identify the right opportunities.

Exploring alternative paths? Our consultants can advise on moving in-house, niche practice areas, or interim assignments to broaden your experience and keep your career moving forward.

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Latest Associate jobs

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Associate – Competition (2-4 PQE)

Associate – Competition (2-4 PQE) – Highly Regarded US Law Firm – Central London About the Firm A highly regarded US law firm is seeking to recruit a mid‑level associate for its competition practice in London. The team is known for handling complex, high‑profile matters across the full spectrum of UK and EU competition law, […]
  • Posted Posted 18 hours ago

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Associate, Private Client

A leading private client team is seeking a talented Associate (4+ PQE) to join its growing London practice. Known for delivering high‑quality advice to UK and international clients, the team covers wealth management, tax planning, asset protection, trusts, estate planning, and cross‑border structuring. The Role You’ll work on a broad mix of domestic and international […]
  • Salary £85000 – £95000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 day ago

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  • Banking (in-house)
  • Financial services (in-house)
  • Insurance

Broad Commercial/Corporate Legal Counsel – 2+

Rare opportunity for a lawyer from a broader skill set to join a dominant specialist leader in the insurance space in a broad commercial/corporate role. This is an incredibly broad role covering commercial contracts, corporate, banking, employment and other matters. Whilst experience in any of the above areas would be ideal, they do not require […]
  • Posted Posted 2 days ago

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Corporate M&A/PE PSL – 12-month FTC

Knowledge Lawyer – Corporate M&A / Private Equity 12‑month FTC | Elite US Law Firm (London) Our client, a leading tier‑one US law firm in the City is seeking an experienced Corporate M&A / Private Equity Knowledge Lawyer to join its market‑leading practice on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to cover a period of parental leave. […]
  • Posted Posted 7 days ago

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Employment Solicitor

Employment Solicitor (FTC) Full‑time or Part‑time | Leading International Law Firm | London (Hybrid) Our client, a heavyweight international UK-headquartered international law firm is seeking an experienced Employment Solicitor to join its highly respected employment practice on an interim basis. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a top‑tier team advising major multinational businesses […]
  • Salary £175000 – £200000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

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Senior Real Estate Lawyer in Birmingham

Senior Associate or Principal Associate – Real Estate Location: Birmingham Reference: 0450 Our client, a top‑tier UK law firm, is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Principal Associate to join their highly regarded Real Estate team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognised real estate practice, working on high-quality matters, […]
  • Salary Up to £95000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 1 week ago

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  • Technology (in-house)

Senior Legal Counsel (TMT)

Senior Legal Counsel Our client is a global technology solutions business who are seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its award-winning legal team in London. Reporting to the Head of Legal, the role will support global operations and advise on a broad range of commercial matters, with a particular focus on negotiating complex B2B […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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Associate – Structured Finance & Derivatives

Derivatives & Structured Finance Associate (1-4 PQE) – Highly Regarded US Law Firm – Central London About the Firm A highly regarded US law firm is seeking an associate to join its derivatives and structured finance team in London. The firm is known for advising on complex, high-profile cross‑border matters across financial markets and corporate […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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  • Information technology
  • Technology (in-house)
  • Telecommunications

Senior Legal Counsel (TMT)

Senior Legal Counsel – Telecommunications A fast-growing company building a next-generation business fibre network in London is seeking a commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to join its in-house team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, practical, and commercial legal advice across a variety of matters, including contracts, compliance, and regulatory issues. This role offers an […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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  • Information technology
  • Technology (in-house)
  • Telecommunications

Senior Legal Counsel (TMT)

Senior Legal Counsel – Telecommunications A fast-growing company building a next-generation business fibre network in London is seeking a commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to join its in-house team. The successful candidate will provide high-quality, practical, and commercial legal advice across a variety of matters, including contracts, compliance, and regulatory issues. This role offers an […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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Associate – Corporate (Private Equity) Lawyer

Corporate Private Equity Associate (2-4 PQE) A leading international firm is seeking to hire a Corporate Private Equity Associate into its London team as part of strategic growth. You will join a market‑leading practice known for: Advising major private equity sponsors, financial investors and portfolio companies on complex, high‑value transactions Acting on sophisticated cross‑border acquisitions, […]
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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Banking & Finance Solicitor

Banking & Finance Solicitor Top 30 International Law Firm 3-6 Month FTC | Start ASAP | £120,000-£130,000 FTE An excellent opportunity has arisen at our client for a Banking & Finance lawyer to join the highly regarded Banking & Finance team of a leading Top 30 international law firm. This is a 3-6 month fixed-term […]
  • Salary £120000 – £130000 per annum
  • Posted Posted 2 weeks ago

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We work with top-tier and boutique law firms to recruit associates across all practice areas, including corporate, litigation, employment, and more. Our consultants understand the unique demands of private practice and will guide you through every stage of the process.

Considering a move in-house? Taylor Root partners with global corporations, financial institutions, and fast-growing businesses to place legal associates in dynamic environments. From commercial contracts to regulatory compliance, we’ll help you find a role that matches your expertise.

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We understand that every associate lawyer has a unique set of interests, strengths, and ambitions. Whether you’re focused on banking and finance, corporate law, employment, litigation or regulatory work, we’re here to help you explore the right path.

Our consultants offer tailored advice based on your preferred specialism, current market trends and long-term career goals. We’ll help you understand which firms are hiring, what they’re looking for and how to position yourself competitively.

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Frequently asked questions

This section provides clear, concise answers to the most common queries about finding Associate jobs, helping you make informed decisions with confidence.

What types of Associate Lawyer jobs does Taylor Root recruit for?

We recruit for a wide range of associate-level positions across private practice and in-house legal teams. In law firms, this includes roles in corporate, banking and finance, litigation, employment, regulatory, and niche practice areas. For in-house, we work with in-house legal teams across all industry sectors.

Do you place Legal Associates in both private practice and in-house roles?

Yes. Our consultants work closely with leading law firms and global businesses to offer opportunities in both environments. If you’re considering staying in private practice or making the move in-house, we’ll guide you through the pros and cons of each route, provide market insights, and help you make an informed decision that aligns with your career goals.

Can Taylor Root help me relocate internationally?

Absolutely. With offices across Europe, Asia Pacific, the Middle East and North America, we have the network and expertise to support cross-border moves. We’ll advise on market conditions, visa requirements, cultural considerations and connect you with roles that match your experience in your preferred location.

How do I register for Legal Associate jobs?

Registering is simple. Visit our jobs page to browse live vacancies and apply online. You can also contact one of our consultants directly for a confidential discussion about your career goals.

What advice do you have for Associate Lawyers preparing for interviews?

We’d recommend reading our CV and interview guide, which includes guidance on how to set out your Associate CV.
If you’re in private practice, we’d also recommend downloading our essential interview guide for Associate Lawyers interviewing in law firms.