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Associate, Corporate-ECM, Leading UK Law Firm - 1-3 PQE

  • Location:

    London

  • Sector:

    Private Practice

  • Contact:

    Chinello Nwakwesi

  • Contact email:

    chinello@rutherfordsearch.com

  • Job ref:

    NWC55436

  • Published:

    about 1 month ago

  • Expiry date:

    2026-06-13

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About the job

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Our client, a prominent international law firm, is seeking a Corporate M&A & ECM Associate to join its London-based Corporate Finance group. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value corporate transactions involving listed companies and capital markets participants, supporting clients on complex matters across both the UK and international markets.

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The corporate practice is a core component of the firm’s broader transactional platform and is recognized for advising on large-scale public company transactions and capital markets activity.

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Lawyers in this group regularly advise listed corporates, investment banks and financial intermediaries, handling sophisticated deals involving both domestic and cross-border elements.

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The Role

The successful candidate will be involved in a range of corporate finance and public company transactions, working alongside experienced partners and senior lawyers across multiple sectors.

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Key areas of work may include:

  • Advising on initial public offerings and secondary equity raisings.

  • Supporting clients on public company takeovers and strategic acquisitions.

  • Assisting listed businesses and their boards with ongoing corporate governance and regulatory obligations.

  • Providing guidance on UK capital markets regulations, including regimes applicable to publicly traded companies.

  • Working on cross-border corporate transactions involving multiple jurisdictions and coordinating with international counsel where required.

This position offers exposure tof ast-paced deal work within the public markets, with opportunities to build strong client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives.

Candidate Profile

  • England & Wales qualified lawyer.

  • 1-3 PQE with experience in equity capital markets and public company transactions.

  • Exposure to public M&A or takeover work would be advantageous.

  • Background at a recognized City or international firm is preferred.

  • Strong drafting and analytical skills combined with commercial awareness.

  • Able to operate effectively within a collaborative team environment while managing competing priorities.

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Job Reference:NWC55436