Corporate NQ
London – £78,000 - £85,000
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a junior associate (NQ–2 PQE) to join a highly regarded corporate team at a leading city boutique law firm in London. Known for delivering sophisticated, partner-led advice across a broad range of corporate transactions, this is an ideal position for a junior lawyer seeking top-tier work in a collaborative, agile environment.
The Team
You’ll be joining a close-knit team all based in London, who work seamlessly with trusted international firms across Europe, the US, the Middle East, and Africa. The team is led by experienced partners with outstanding reputations in mid-market M&A and cross-border deals.
The Work
The practice covers a wide array of corporate matters, including:
The team advises on deals typically valued between £10m and £100m and is frequently recognised in The Legal 500 and Chambers for its work in this space.
Client Base
You’ll work with a high-quality client base that includes:
Sectors include technology, real estate, financial and professional services, energy, and media & telecoms.
What They Offer
This role is ideal for an NQ or junior associate with:
Interested in exploring this opportunity?
Please get in touch for a confidential discussion or to request further details.
The Team
You’ll be joining a close-knit team all based in London, who work seamlessly with trusted international firms across Europe, the US, the Middle East, and Africa. The team is led by experienced partners with outstanding reputations in mid-market M&A and cross-border deals.
The Work
The practice covers a wide array of corporate matters, including:
- Mergers and acquisitions (public and private)
- Private equity investments and fundraisings
- Joint ventures and strategic partnerships
- Corporate reorganisations and governance advice
- Management buy-outs and buy-ins
The team advises on deals typically valued between £10m and £100m and is frequently recognised in The Legal 500 and Chambers for its work in this space.
Client Base
You’ll work with a high-quality client base that includes:
- High-net-worth individuals and family offices
- Owner-managed and entrepreneurial businesses
- Private equity and investment funds
- Sovereign wealth funds and publicly listed companies
Sectors include technology, real estate, financial and professional services, energy, and media & telecoms.
What They Offer
- Exposure to complex, international deals early in your career
- Partner access and meaningful client contact from day one
- A collegiate, down-to-earth working culture with a genuine commitment to development
- A focus on quality over volume, allowing you to build both commercial acumen and technical excellence
This role is ideal for an NQ or junior associate with:
- Training from a recognised City, West End, or top regional firm
- A strong academic record and keen interest in M&A and private company work
- A proactive, team-oriented mindset and strong attention to detail
- Any exposure to cross-border work or French language skills would be a plus, but not essential
Interested in exploring this opportunity?
Please get in touch for a confidential discussion or to request further details.
Dalton is an Associate Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott, with over two years at the company. He focuses on the American market, sourcing and placing top legal talent with leading firms and corporations, while providing career guidance and market insights. Dalton stays informed on industry trends to best serve his clients and candidates. In his spare time, he enjoys going to the gym, exploring Manchester’s eateries, and watching Erik’s Mighty Reds.
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Job Spec:
- Area of Law: Corporate Law
- Type: Solicitor / FILEX
- Salary: £78,000 - £85,000
- Term: Permanent
- Location: London
- Reference: 1245778
