Private Equity - Associate at Stephenson Harwood

The role

Stephenson Harwood is seeking a Private Equity Associate for their London office. This role focuses on leading private equity transactional deals and requires experience in private equity and M&A.

What you'll do

Project management and deal co-ordination
Preparation and drafting of main transaction documentation
Negotiation of transaction documents and provision of commercially minded legal advice
Liaison with clients, specialist lawyers and other service providers in managing transactions
Developing own informal internal and external network of contacts
Supervision, training and mentoring of junior experience level team members
Building excellent working relationships with clients and peers within the firm
Participating in and contributing to business development and profile-raising events, such as client seminars, client e-alerts and graduate recruitment activities

What we're looking for

Qualified lawyer with private equity and M&A experience

Demonstrable keen interest in the private equity sector

Background in a top tier firm with an excellent private equity reputation

Excellent academic background

Knowledge and experience of high-profile acquisitions including document drafting

Experience coordinating closings of private equity transactions

Ability to acquire, consolidate and apply fundamental and up-to-date knowledge of the law including a strong understanding of Companies House filing requirements

Excellent accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent verbal communication skills and a proven ability to deal directly with clients

Organised and able to work to strict deadlines with the ability to prioritise realistically

Resilient with the ability to handle setbacks and pressure

Cooperative and collaborative in approach and able to develop excellent working relationships at all levels and within all roles

Ability to operate professionally and proactively at all times

Exhibits an understanding of the Firm’s position in the market and how it distinguishes its services from its competitors

Benefits

A competitive salary

A host of family friendly policies

Life assurance

Private health and dental care for you and your family

A range of flexible benefits including gym discount and retail vouchers

One day per year off to volunteer with any charity

A wellbeing strategy that focuses on preventative measures to maintain overall health, and tools and support for when our people experience physical or mental difficulties

Hybrid working

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