Corporate Associate (1-5 PQE)
Leading International Law Firm | London, Cambridge or Oxford
I am currently working with a highly regarded international law firm that is looking to recruit an Associate (1-5 PQE) to join its growing Emerging Companies practice.
This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious corporate lawyer who wants to work at the heart of the innovation economy, advising fast-growth technology and life sciences businesses, founders, investors and venture capital funds throughout the business lifecycle. The team works with some of the most innovative and disruptive businesses in the market, supporting clients from inception through to scale-up, investment and beyond.
The Opportunity
Joining a specialist emerging companies and venture capital team, you will advise high-growth businesses and investors on a broad range of corporate and investment matters.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Advising emerging technology and life sciences companies throughout their growth journey.
- Acting on venture capital investments, fundraising rounds and growth equity transactions.
- Advising venture capital funds, angel investors, syndicates and institutional investors on investment activity.
- Supporting portfolio companies with ongoing corporate and strategic matters.
- Advising on transactions involving universities, research organisations and innovation-led businesses.
- Working on nationally and internationally significant transactions alongside colleagues across multiple offices.
- Building strong relationships with founders, investors and key stakeholders within the innovation ecosystem.
- Contributing to business development initiatives and helping to grow the team's profile in the market.
Candidate Profile
This opportunity would suit a driven corporate lawyer who enjoys working with entrepreneurial businesses and innovative clients.
The successful candidate is likely to demonstrate:
- Between 1 and 5 years' PQE gained within a reputable corporate or venture capital practice.
- Strong drafting, transactional and technical legal skills.
- Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to manage matters effectively and prioritise competing deadlines.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- A proactive and commercially focused approach to client service.
- An interest in business development and networking.
- The confidence to work independently while also contributing to a collaborative team environment.
- An interest in technology, innovation and emerging market sectors.
- Enthusiasm for legal technology and new ways of delivering legal services.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
This role offers the chance to work with some of the most exciting growth businesses, investors and entrepreneurs in the market. The successful candidate will gain exposure to high-profile venture capital and growth company transactions while building strong relationships across the innovation ecosystem.
The firm offers an entrepreneurial culture, high levels of responsibility, excellent client exposure and strong long-term progression opportunities. It is an ideal platform for lawyers who are passionate about innovation, technology and helping businesses grow.
For a confidential discussion, please get in touch.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
