Associate Legal Counsel (Transactional – M&A)

  • Location
    City of London, London
  • Contract Type
    Permanent
  • Posted
  • Start Date
    ASAP
  • Salary
    Up to GBP85000 per annum
  • Expiry Date
    2026-09-03

A high-growth UK infrastructure business is seeking an ambitious Associate Legal Counsel to join its collaborative legal team during an exciting phase of expansion.

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer looking to move closer to the commercial heart of a business, supporting a wide range of strategic projects including M&A, corporate finance initiatives, commercial contracts and broader in-house legal matters.

The Role

You will work closely with senior lawyers and stakeholders across the business, supporting on:

  • Corporate transactions, including M&A, investments, restructurings and corporate finance matters
  • Transaction execution, due diligence and legal project management
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements
  • Advising on governance, legal risk and regulatory matters
  • Managing external counsel and supporting strategic business initiatives
  • A broad range of day-to-day in-house legal work as required

This is a hands-on role offering significant exposure to senior decision-makers and commercially important projects.

About You

We are interested in speaking with lawyers who have:

  • UK qualification with approximately NQ-3 years’ PQE
  • Experience gained within a strong corporate, M&A, corporate finance, banking or restructuring practice
  • Excellent drafting and organisational skills
  • Strong commercial awareness and stakeholder management ability
  • A proactive, adaptable approach and willingness to take ownership
  • Interest in joining a fast-paced, growth-oriented business

Why Apply

  • Exposure to high-profile strategic transactions
  • Opportunity to work directly with senior leadership and investors
  • Broad in-house remit beyond pure M&A work
  • High levels of responsibility from an early stage
  • Supportive, collaborative team culture
  • Excellent platform for long-term development

Location: London (hybrid working)

Salary: Competitive + benefits

For a confidential discussion, please apply or get in touch directly.


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