Browne Jacobson
Principal Associate - Corporate
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Principal Associate to join our corporate team based in London. This is a senior role advising clients on a broad range of corporate matters, including M&A, private equity, corporate reorganisations, joint ventures, and corporate governance.
As a key member of the team, you will lead complex transactions, manage client relationships, mentor junior lawyers, and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead corporate transactions from inception to completion, including M&A, disposals, private equity deals, and restructurings.
- Provide commercially focused legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and company law matters.
- Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documentation.
- Manage due diligence processes and advise on legal risks.
- Develop and maintain strong client relationships.
- Supervise and mentor associates and trainees.
- Support business development activities and contribute to the firm's growth strategy.
About You
- Strong experience in M&A, private equity, and corporate transactions.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client management skills.
- Proven ability to supervise and develop junior lawyers.
- Commercially minded, organized, and able to manage multiple matters effectively.
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Experience of cross-border transactions, corporate restructurings, and sector expertise in areas such as technology, financial services, energy, healthcare, or education would be advantageous.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious corporate lawyer looking to take a leading role within a growing and successful team.
Why Join Us?
We offer a flexible and hybrid working model. Our comprehensive benefits package includes private medical insurance, pension contributions, an employee assistance programme, and a range of wellbeing initiatives. Enhanced parental leave is also available, reflecting our commitment to supporting you through every stage of your career and life.
Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we’re open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process.
We celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, social economic background, or age.
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Please review the full job description and if the role is of interest, and suits your specific skill set, then please apply. Or for more information, please contact recruitment@brownejacobson.com.
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