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Iain qualified as a lawyer in 1992 with Penningtons, and joined the firm now known as Blake Morgan upon qualification. In 1995 he decided to leave the law behind, and spent 10 months travelling across Africa before returning to the UK to take up his first legal recruitment position. With 17 years of legal recruitment experience now behind him, Iain has superb knowledge of law firms and a real in-depth understanding of the legal market.

With over 7 years of legal recruitment experience, Lee joined Chadwick Nott in 2023 from a boutique legal executive search firm. He is part of the London &amp; International Private Practice team, with a focus on London, Cayman Islands, BVI, the Channel Islands, Bermuda, Bahamas and the Middle East. He specialises in helping secure permanent moves for lawyers and teams at all levels across all practice areas with top national, City, US and Mid-Atlantic firms. Lee is diligent and develops strong relationships with both clients and candidates to ensure that perfect fit.&nbsp;

Funds Associate 2-6 PQELocation: LondonSalary: £170,000 - 250,000 + BonusJoin a premier global firm expanding its Funds practice in London. We're seeking a mid-level associate with 2-6 years PQE in investment funds. In this role, you will advise fund sponsors on fund formations, secondaries, and co-investment transactions across private equity, hedge, credit, and real estate funds.Engage directly with clients to nurture and grow international and domestic relationships. Collaborate with managers on diverse asset classes, including private equity, real estate, and venture capital. Additionally, you will handle complex secondaries and co-investment transactions, ranging from GP-led to LP-led, across various asset classes.The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years PQE in funds and/or secondaries from a top-tier international or City law firm. You should possess a strong background in investment fund practice and demonstrate versatility in handling diverse legal matters.Enjoy the opportunity for local and international career growth through the firm's global network. Be part of a market-leading team focused on continuous growth and success. Recognise and reward your expertise and commitment with this esteemed firm.For more information about this role and a confidential discussion, please contact Lee Walker at Chadwick Nott: <a href="tel:020 3096 4423">020 3096 4423</a> / <a href="tel:07867 039 975">07867 039 975</a>, <a href="mailto:leewalker@chadwicknott.co.uk">leewalker@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>.*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Funds Associate 2-6 PQE

Data Privacy/Cyber Security Associate - 3 pqe +This major international law firm, particularly known for its work within the tech and start-up space, is looking to recruit a mid-level data protection and cyber security lawyer with experience working with a range of tech-focused clients from start-up to multi-nationals.The successful candidate will have at least 3 yrs' pqe, stellar academics, a strong professional pedigree, first class communication skills and, ideally, an excellent understanding of technology industries.A great opportunity to join a high-class international law firm offering top quality work and a highly competitive salary.If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market, then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion.0203 096 4547 (DL) or 07766 951 998 (M)<a href="mailto:iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk">iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Data Privacy/Cyber Security Associate

Employment Associate/Senior Associate - 4 pqe +This Tier 1 employment practice is looking to recruit a talented employment lawyer with at least 4 yrs pqe gained at a comparable City law firm to handle a mix of high quality employment work albeit weighted towards TUPE/transactional support experience (c. 40%).Housed within a major international law firm, the employment department is a market leader and as such it's a great opportunity for someone comfortable and happy to lead on transactions. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market, then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion.0203 096 4547 (DL) or 07766 951 998 (M)<a href="mailto:iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk">iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Employment Associate/Senior Associate

Employment Associate - 4 pqe + This popular top 50 law firm is looking to recruit a mid-to-senior level employment lawyer with well rounded employment skills supporting employers, HR and senior execs. The firm has a well deserved reputation as an unstuffy, collegiate workplace and as such would make a great home for an employment lawyer with a strong academic and professional pedigree looking for long-term career platform with excellent prospects for career advancement. If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market, then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion.0203 096 4547 (DL) or 07766 951 998 (M)<a href="mailto:iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk">iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Employment Associate 

Corporate Tax Associate - 2 pqe +This major international law firm, particularly known for its work within the tech and start-up space, is looking to recruit corporate tax lawyer interested in working with clients in the tech sector. The successful candidate will be a technically excellent tax lawyer with at least 2 yrs' pqe gained at a major international law firm, stellar academics and first class communication skills. Previous experience of working with tech clients is not a prerequisite.A great opportunity to join a high-class international law firm offering top quality work and a highly competitive salary.If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market, then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion.0203 096 4547 (DL) or 07766 951 998 (M)<a href="mailto:iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk">iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Corporate Tax Associate

Corporate Partner - Lead RoleExciting opportunity for a talented and ambitious corporate lawyer to take up a lead role at this national law firm.Recognising a need for a corporate director or partner with the necessarily qualities to take a lead role within the firm's Manchester office, this highly regarded law firm is keen to speak to either existing corporate partners or those on the cuss of partnership, who possess the right blend of leadership qualities, first class interpersonal skills, technical excellence, drive and ambition and an appetite and aptitude for business development.A great opportunity for a senior Manchester based corporate lawyer to take your career to the next level.If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market, then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion. 0203 096 4547 (DL) or 07766 951 998 (M)<a href="mailto:iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk">iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Corporate Partner

Corporate Tax Associate - 2 yrs + This major international law firm is looking to recruit a corporate tax specialist with at least 2 years' post-qualification experience gained within a ranked tax team.The tax team has a great reputation for developing its associates so the successful candidate can expect to work on a variety of complex, big-ticket transactions across a number of sectors and will be encourage to take on increasing levels of responsibility under the support and guidance of senior members of the team.This is just one of a number of opportunities for tax lawyers in the market at the moment so if you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market, then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion.0203 096 454707766 951 998<a href="mailto:iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk">iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Private Client Associate - 3 yrs + This popular top 50 law firm is looking for a mid-to-senior level private client lawyer with a good mix of domestic and international tax and trusts experience to join its market leading private client team.The firm has a well deserved reputation as an unstuffy, collegiate workplace and as such would make a great hoe for a private client lawyer with a strong academic and professional pedigree looking for long-term career platform with excellent prospects for career advancement.If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market, then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion.0203 096 4547 (DL) or 07766 951 998 (M)<a href="mailto:iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk">iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Private Client Associate  

Corporate Associate - 4 yrs + *Clean Energy*The Clean Energy team at this award winning law firm continues to go from strength to strength and is now keen to hire additional corporate associates keen to make a contribution to the firm's ongoing success.At the more junior end, candidates will need to be able to show a demonstrable interest in clean energy while more senior candidates will already have had considerable exposure to the sector.Successful candidates will be joining a highly progressive, collegiate and forward thinking law firm offering top quality work and a grown up approach to flexible working.If you would like to learn more about this opportunity or other opportunities in the market then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion0203 096 454707766 951 998iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

Corporate Associate 

A number of our clients are currently looking to recruit into their employment teams at a variety of levels so if you are an employment lawyer with a strong academic and professional pedigree considering a move, then please do get in touch.Representative roles include:<ul><li>Silver circle law firm looking for employment lawyer with 4 yrs + PQE for mix role weighted towards corporate support/TUPE transactions (40%)</li><li>Tier 1 employment practice at top 10 law firm looking for experienced employment all-rounder with 6 yrs + pqe</li><li>Progressive top 30 firm looking for employment lawyer with at least 2 yrs pqe and an interest in working with entrepreneurial/tech clients</li><li>Popular national firm looking for a UK qualified employment lawyer with 3 yrs + pqe and ideally a 2nd language (German, French or Spanish)</li><li>Top 10 firm with a stand-alone employment team looking for employment lawyer with 5 yrs + pqe and experience of complex High Court employment disputes</li></ul>If you would like to learn more about any of the above opportunities or the market in general, then contact Iain Millard for a confidential discussion.0203 096 4547 (DL) or 07766 951 998 (M)<a href="mailto:iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk" target="_blank">iainmillard@chadwicknott.co.uk</a>*Where a level of experience is indicated, this is a guideline only and represents the amount of time we would usually expect a candidate to accumulate the requisite level of experience. This does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.

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