Corporate Legal Counsel (FTC) - Boutique Global Investment Bank
Posted 1 day ago by Simmons & Hanbury
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
London Area, United Kingdom
Summary: The role of Corporate Counsel at a top-tier boutique Global Investment Bank involves supporting the Legal & Compliance function with public and private M&A transactions. The position is designed for a high-caliber lawyer with 5-8 years of PQE, offering a dynamic and collaborative work environment. This is a fixed-term contract for 12 months, starting in April, aimed at ambitious individuals looking to make a significant impact in high-profile transactions. In-house experience is highly desirable, and the role emphasizes strong negotiation skills and client interaction.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Legal & Compliance function across public and private M&A transactions.
- Engage in all transactional work and a broad suite of other legal matters.
- Collaborate with clients and internal teams to create lasting impacts.
Key Skills:
- 5-8 years PQE - English or US Qualified Corporate / M&A lawyer.
- Experience from top-tier private practice or investment bank.
- In-house experience is highly desirable.
- Strong exposure to M&A / investment banking.
- Excellent negotiation skills and client interaction abilities.
- Ambitious and motivated with the ability to work in a dynamic environment.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: London
Country: United Kingdom
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Legal
The Firm Simmons & Hanbury are exclusively partnered with a top tier boutique Global Investment Bank who are seeking a high calibre Corporate Counsel to join their growing Legal team on an initial 12 month FTC starting in April. The firm in question are involved in some of the worlds largest and most high profile transactions and have grown significantly over the past few years.
The Role
The business are now looking for a Corporate M&A/PE counsel to join the high quality, dynamic Legal & Compliance function to support across both public and private M&A transactions. The incoming lawyer would be involved in all transactional work as well as broad suite of other legal matters relating to the business. This is a truly exceptional opportunity for an ambitious Corporate/PE associate to get involved in some of the highest calibre of M&A transactions in a brilliant, In-House role. They put real emphasis on creating a collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment and want the brightest and most talented individuals to work with the business to create a lasting impact for both clients and the business alike.
Experience Requirements:
- Circa 5-8 years PQE - English or US Qualified Corporate / M&A lawyer, either from top tier private practice or investment bank.
- In-house experience (either from a secondment or prior role) highly desirable.
- Strong exposure to M&A / investment banking essential.
- Strong negotiation skills and sensibility to interact with clients from around the world.
- Excellent academic record.
- Ambitious, motivated, ability to work in a dynamic and agile environment.
Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back from the team on this role, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. If your profile matches any of our other opportunities, one of our consultants will be in touch.
Simmons & Hanbury
Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist executive search firm that sources and secures the best human capital and future leaders for our clients. We provide an integrated international service to support our clients across the globe, from our group headquarters based in the heart of the City of London. We support some of the most prestigious organisation's in the world, across financial services, commerce & industry, and professional services.