This is a senior-level in-house role focused on leading complex corporate and M&A transactions across multiple jurisdictions. The successful candidate will provide strategic, commercially attuned legal advice, manage transaction execution, and advise senior leadership on legal risks and opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the lead legal advisor on high-value and strategically significant M&A matters, from structuring and due diligence through to drafting, negotiation, and execution of agreements.
• Partner closely with investment, commercial, and cross-functional teams to deliver pragmatic, solutions-focused legal guidance.
• Prepare and present legal input to senior decision-makers, including boards and committees, offering proactive recommendations.
• Select, manage, and oversee external counsel, ensuring quality of advice while controlling costs.
• Support integration planning post-acquisition, advising on governance, compliance, and employment issues.
• Contribute to day-to-day corporate and commercial legal work, including contract review and compliance with corporate law obligations.
• Provide guidance on cross-border legal issues, particularly under UK and U.S. frameworks.
• Drive continuous improvement of legal processes, precedents, and knowledge management within the legal function.
• Mentor and support junior members of the legal team.

Candidate Profile:

• Qualified lawyer (UK, U.S., or other relevant jurisdiction).
• At least 8 years’ PQE gained at a leading law firm and/or in-house environment, with a strong track record in M&A.
• Background in regulated sectors is advantageous but not essential.
• Deep understanding of corporate law and M&A structures across different jurisdictions.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, with the ability to apply legal principles pragmatically to business needs.
• Commercial mindset and ability to balance risk with strategic objectives.
• Excellent stakeholder management skills, with credibility and influence at senior levels.
• High professional integrity, strong organisational skills, and ability to prioritise effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to professional development of junior colleagues.
• Fluent in English.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Highly competitive remuneration package.
• Bonus opportunity and long-term career progression within a global, ambitious business.