Taylor Root

In House Corporate Counsel

London

Posted 5 days ago

Early applicant

Hybrid

Full-time

Mid Level

Corporate Legal Counsel | (2–4 PQE) | Global Investment Platform | London/Hybrid

About the Company

I’m working with a fast-growing, international alternative investment group (c. €10bn+ AUM) looking to hire a junior corporate lawyer (2+ PQE) into their London legal team. This is a standout opportunity for a strong corporate M&A associate who wants to move in-house into a broad, commercially focused role with genuine international exposure.

About the Role

You’ll report directly to a highly regarded General Counsel and work across a lean, high-performing legal team, supporting the business globally.

Responsibilities

Supporting on M&A / investment transactions Drafting & negotiating: Shareholder agreements JV agreements Commercial / asset management contracts Advising the business on corporate governance and structuring Supporting on new products, fund activity and strategic projects Acting as a key legal partner to stakeholders across Europe & the US

This is not a pure transactional role: you’ll gain exposure across advisory, commercial and operational legal work.

Qualifications

2–4 PQE (England & Wales qualified)

Required Skills

Strong background in corporate M&A (ideally from a leading firm) Commercial, proactive mindset Interested in moving into a broad, business-facing in-house role

Preferred Skills

Exposure to private equity, funds, or real assets is beneficial but not essential.

If you’re a corporate associate considering your first in-house move and want something broader and more commercial than a traditional legal role, I’d be happy to share more details. Please reach out or apply directly.

Skills

Corporate M&A

Commercial Mindset

Advisory Work

Negotiation

Corporate Governance

Investment Transactions

Legal Support

Stakeholder Engagement