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A leading US law firm is looking for a Private Equity Associate (4–5 PQE) to join its London M&A practice. The team advises leading private equity and financial sponsor clients on complex cross-border transactions, including leveraged buyouts, carve-outs, co-investments, consortium deals, public-to-private transactions and distressed acquisitions. This is a highly selective and strategic hire, offering the opportunity to join a fast-growing and high-profile platform with significant deal flow and strong partner involvement. The role is ideally suited to a 4–5 PQE associate (c. 2020–2021 qualified) with strong sponsor-side experience and a desire to work on sophisticated international transactions within a top-tier US practice. What You’ll Do • Advise private equity sponsors on UK and cross-border acquisitions and disposals., • Support complex leveraged buyouts, carve-outs, co-investments and consortium transactions., • Draft and negotiate key transaction documentation, including SPAs, shareholder agreements and ancillary documents., • Work closely with finance, tax and regulatory teams on multi-disciplinary mandates., • Take on increasing responsibility in managing deal processes and coordinating with international counsel., • Gain early exposure across Private Equity, Private M&A and Public M&A matters before specialising., • Engage directly with sophisticated sponsor clients and senior stakeholders. About You • England & Wales qualified solicitor (preferred)., • 4–5 PQE (typically 2020–2021 qualified)., • Experience gained at an elite US, Magic Circle or leading international firm., • Strong Private Equity deal experience is essential., • Candidates with predominantly Public M&A experience should demonstrate a clear and credible commitment to Private Equity., • Technically strong, commercially aware and confident in articulating complex deal experience., • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-performance environment with significant responsibility. Why Apply? • Compensation aligned with Cravath scale., • Performance-related bonus structure., • Hybrid working model with work-from-home option on Fridays., • Opportunity to join a high-profile and growing M&A platform under strong partner leadership., • Exposure to premium sponsor clients and complex cross-border transactions., • Early breadth of experience across PE and Public M&A before specialising., • Highly selective team with a strong internal reputation and clear progression for top performers., • Collaborative environment with significant partner engagement.

Senior Associate - Tax, Trusts and Succession - International Private Client London | Senior Associate | Private Client A highly regarded private client practice is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its International Tax, Trusts and Succession team in London. This is an opportunity to work within a collaborative and internationally focused team advising high net worth and ultra high net worth individuals, families, trustees and family offices on complex tax and wealth structuring matters. The team is known for combining technical excellence with commercially focused advice, helping international clients navigate the tax, succession and structuring challenges that arise from cross border wealth. This role offers exposure to high quality work, strong client relationships and a clear platform for career progression. The Role The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of international private client tax and succession matters, including: • Advising internationally mobile individuals relocating to or leaving the UK and navigating the 4 year Foreign Income and Gains regime, • Structuring wealth for internationally resident families with complex cross border holdings, • Advising trustees on changing tax rules and restructuring or winding down offshore structures, • Estate and succession planning for international families and cross border couples, • Advising family offices and non resident investors on UK tax exposure and structuring, • Creation and structuring of Family Investment Companies and discretionary trusts, • Advising families with international real estate portfolios held through onshore and offshore structures, • Cross border estate planning including coordination with overseas advisers You will work closely with partners and senior lawyers on sophisticated advisory matters while also developing your own client relationships. The Team The team advises on the full spectrum of private client work for international families, trustees and family offices, including: • International tax advice for individuals and trustees, • Wealth structuring and succession planning, • Trust creation and administration, • Governance of family owned businesses, • Estate planning for globally connected families, • Estate administration across multiple jurisdictions The team operates across multiple offices and is known for its collaborative culture and strong reputation in private wealth. Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have: • At least 5 years PQE in private client with a strong international focus, • Experience advising HNW or UHNW individuals, families or trustees, • Strong technical grounding in UK personal tax, trusts and succession planning, • Experience working with internationally mobile clients and cross border structures, • Commercial awareness and the ability to translate technical advice into practical solutions, • Strong communication and relationship building skills You should be comfortable taking responsibility for matters, working closely with clients and contributing to the continued growth of the practice. About Lex Exec Lex Exec is a specialist search firm focused exclusively on senior legal appointments. We work with ambitious lawyers and leading law firms across London and internationally, advising on career moves at Senior Associate, Legal Director and Partner level. Our focus is on long term relationships, market insight and helping exceptional lawyers find the right platform to build their careers.

Commercial Litigation & Civil Fraud Associate (2–4 PQE) Location: London Working Pattern: Hybrid The Firm An established London-based disputes-focused law firm is seeking an Associate to join its Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud practice. The firm advises on complex and often international disputes, acting for a broad client base that includes corporate entities, financial institutions and private clients. The firm offers a supportive and collaborative working environment, with a structure that prioritises quality of work over volume. Working practices are designed to be sustainable, and the culture is partner-led, collegiate and retention-focused. The Role The firm is looking to appoint an Associate at 2–4 years’ PQE to join its Commercial Litigation and Civil Fraud team, which undertakes a wide range of contentious work. The role will involve supporting senior lawyers on commercial disputes and fraud-related matters, many of which have cross-border or multi-jurisdictional elements. Associates are given meaningful responsibility from an early stage, including client exposure and involvement in strategic decision-making. The work covers areas such as commercial litigation, civil fraud and asset recovery, interim relief (including injunctions), insolvency-related disputes, directors’ duties and broader litigation strategy across jurisdictions. Lunaria Partners are advertising this Commercial Litigation & Civil Fraud Associate role on behalf of our client. We aim to respond to all applications; however, due to the volume received, this may not always be possible. If you have not heard from us within seven days, your application has unfortunately been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Simmons & Hanbury have been instructed by an international hedge fund on the first time hire of an Employment Counsel. This opportunity is with a very high performing, successful fund that have consistently outperformed the market during periods of geopolitical uncertainty. The position will sit within a small legal team comprised of lawyers who all trained and qualified at top firms before making the move in-house. Key responsibilities • Act as the first dedicated employment counsel for the firm, providing expert advice on the full range of employment law matters across the UK and international offices., • Draft contracts and incentives for prospective Portfolio Managers., • Advise senior management and HR on employee relations, contracts, policies, disciplinary matters, and terminations., • Monitor and advise on developments in employment legislation and regulatory requirements, • Spend around 20% of your time assisting the rest of the legal team with a mix of commercial, corporate and regulatory work. Experience requirements • Qualified lawyer with 4+ years’ post-qualification experience., • Strong employment law expertise, ideally gained in a leading law firm, • Track record advising on both contentious and non-contentious employment law issues., • Familiarity with employment law in other jurisdictions is advantageous., • Ability to operate autonomously as the first employment counsel, while collaborating effectively with wider legal, HR, and business teams. Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back from the team on this role, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. If your profile matches any of our other opportunities, one of our consultants will be in touch. About Simmons & Hanbury Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist executive search firm that sources and secures the best human capital and future leaders for our clients. We provide an integrated international service to support our clients across the globe, from our group headquarters based in the heart of the City of London. We support some of the most prestigious organisations in the world, across financial services, commerce & industry, and professional services. Our services include executive search, interim solutions and market intelligence within the Legal, Compliance, Corporate Governance and Human Resources practice areas. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the application process, please reach out directly. We welcome discussions about your needs and endeavour to provide support to ensure a positive experience.

We are seeking an experienced lawyer to join a leading international financial services organisation on a 9-month contract. The successful candidate will provide legal support on a range of banking and finance matters, working closely with global stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain effective frameworks to identify, assess, manage, and report on legal risks and matters relating to Treasury. This will include: • Leading the legal process for establishing the Treasury Intra-Group Agreement (“IGA”) Framework governing Treasury-related transactions and arrangements;, • Reviewing and advising on drafts of master service and charging agreements under the Treasury IGA; and, • Collaborating with Treasury teams and external counsel to map and summarise existing Treasury intra-group activities and the associated legal agreements., • Support strategic projects and cross-border initiatives within a complex, fast-moving environment., • Contribute to policy and governance initiatives, ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements., • Work collaboratively across teams and regions, supporting the development of best practices and consistent legal standards. About You: • Qualified lawyer (solicitor or attorney) with at least 6 years of post-qualification experience., • Strong background in Banking & Finance; experience in Corporate or M&A work will also be considered., • Prior experience within a major financial institution or large corporate environment is highly beneficial., • Skilled at managing matters independently, demonstrating sound judgment, accountability, and attention to detail., • Excellent communicator with strong analytical and drafting skills., • Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, results-driven approach., • Comfortable working in a culturally diverse and fast-paced global environment., • Demonstrates integrity, resilience, and a collaborative mindset. About Elevate Elevate provides consulting, technology and services to law departments and law firms across the globe. Headquartered in Los Angeles, our 1,600+ strong team of legal professionals, lawyers, consultants, project managers, and engineers operate across the United States, Europe, UK, and Asia, Hong Kong and Australia. ElevateFlex, is the flexible resourcing capability within Elevate, we define and support a new flexible career within the legal industry. We match exceptional legal professionals to the evolving needs of our Customers through the curation of a world-class, global Community of Talent, and advanced, technology-enabled search. We were recently proud to be assessed in Band 1 of Chamber’s Global Flexible Legal Resourcing category. Our Vision is a world where legal and business teams achieve incredible outcomes, together. Equitability and Inclusion are critical to ElevateFlex’s success. As The Law Company, changing the legal business landscape, we know a diverse, inclusive work culture is at the heart of attracting, retaining, and celebrating the industry’s most talented people. We empower our employees to bring their whole selves to work because we know that diversity of experience and perspective drive innovation and is simply good business. As a strong proponent of diversity, equitability, and inclusion, ElevateFlex is committed to hiring diverse candidates from all backgrounds. We invite you to apply to become part of the ElevateFlex Team – help us change the legal business landscape and make a dent in the legal universe.

About the job Simmons & Hanbury have been instructed by an international non-profit think tank on a senior counsel hire into their top tier legal team in London. This opportunity is with a very high performing business that have contributed to a variety of high profile developments on a global basis. Key responsibilities • Advise on a variety of legal matter covering commercial, employment, AI and compliance for the EMEA regions., • Experience dealing with grant and funding agreements., • Manage external counsel with regards to corporate matters. Experience requirements • Qualified lawyer with 6+ years’ post-qualification experience., • Strong commercial expertise, ideally gained in a leading law firm., • Experience managing paralegal or junior legal counsel Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back from the team on this role, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. If your profile matches any of our other opportunities, one of our consultants will be in touch. About Simmons & Hanbury Simmons & Hanbury is a specialist executive search firm that sources and secures the best human capital and future leaders for our clients. We provide an integrated international service to support our clients across the globe, from our group headquarters based in the heart of the City of London. We support some of the most prestigious organisations in the world, across financial services, commerce & industry, and professional services. Our services include executive search, interim solutions and market intelligence within the Legal, Compliance, Corporate Governance and Human Resources practice areas. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate in the application process, please reach out directly. We welcome discussions about your needs and endeavour to provide support to ensure a positive experience.

A move to the Cayman Islands offers sophisticated international work for big-ticket clients. It offers the chance to work in smaller teams, alongside some of the best lawyers in the profession. It offers the money and career path to compare with almost any onshore outfit. And it offers the chance to spend your downtime in the Caribbean. If you’re thinking ‘not for me’, thanks for making it this far, but otherwise, this is a live opening in a great team. We’re looking for someone with strong corporate experience from a firm that does high-value cross-border work. You might specialise in a certain sector of corporate or you might come from a broader transactional background; either way you will be excited by the prospect of a varied role that spans M&A, Capital Markets, Private Equity, and some Corporate Finance work. The work here is challenging and fast-paced, and standards are high, but people really enjoy it. The balance is good for a firm operating at this level, and the team has a nice, friendly, down-to-earth culture. If you think an offshore move might be for you, get in touch and we can discuss in more detail. There is no ‘hard sell’; to do something like this it needs to be the right role, in the right location, at the right time. If it isn’t, we can keep in touch for the future; if it is, this could be a moment that defines your career and changes your life. Requirements • Overseas qualified lawyers must be admitted in the UK or an equivalent Commonwealth jurisdiction (such as Australia, New Zealand or Canada)., • Expected to suit someone with around 5 - 8 years’ PQE but all applicants with the right skill will be carefully considered., • Experience of high-value corporate work, gained with a major onshore or offshore law firm. Package • Attractive tax-free salary (negotiable depending on experience)., • Comprehensive benefits and bonus., • Relocation package (flights + temporary accommodation on arrival + expenses allowance). Process • Interviews will take place by videoconference, • Start dates typically around 3-6 months later (depending on your notice period)., • Our clients provide comprehensive assistance with visas and relocation. The Cayman Islands A world-class international financial centre, Grand Cayman offers lawyers the opportunity to do high-quality and complex work that compares favourably with that in a leading onshore law firm. Outside of work, the climate lends itself to an outdoors lifestyle whether that be diving, sailing, relaxing on the beach or enjoying a bite to eat at a waterfront restaurant. Life here is good; rarely does anyone regret making the move. Origin Legal International Our team has 25 years’ experience of helping lawyers to make international and offshore moves. If you would like to find out more about this role or chat about an overseas move in general, please get in touch.

Job Title: Senior Associate – Projects, Development & Construction Location: London (Hybrid Working Available) Salary: £70,000 - £120,000, D.O.E + Excellent Benefits (DOE) PQE: 6+ Years An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate to join a highly regarded Projects, Development & Construction team at a leading international law firm in London. This role is ideal for an experienced construction lawyer with strong non-contentious expertise, looking to work on high-value, complex development and infrastructure projects across a range of sectors. The successful candidate will join a collaborative and growing team with an outstanding reputation for advising developers, investors, contractors, funders, and public sector bodies on major UK and international projects. The Role: You will play a key role advising on a broad range of non-contentious construction and development matters, including: • Drafting and negotiating construction and development agreements, • Advising on procurement strategies and project structuring, • Supporting major regeneration, infrastructure, and development schemes, • Advising on standard form and bespoke construction contracts, including:, • JCT, • NEC, • FIDIC, • EPC and EPCM contracts, • Advising on joint ventures, development agreements, and investor arrangements, • Providing risk analysis and strategic advice on live projects, • Supporting clients across sectors including real estate, housing, infrastructure, energy, healthcare, and commercial development, • Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and supporting team development, • Contributing to business development and client relationship management, • This is primarily a non-contentious role, with a focus on supporting clients throughout the lifecycle of major construction and development projects. What We’re Looking For: • UK-qualified solicitor with 6+ years PQE in construction law, • Strong experience in non-contentious construction matters, • Excellent working knowledge of standard form construction contracts (JCT, NEC, FIDIC), • Experience advising developers, investors, contractors, or funders, • Strong drafting, negotiation, and technical legal skills, • Experience managing matters independently and supervising junior team members, • Commercial awareness and strong client relationship skills, • Organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload, • A collaborative mindset and interest in long-term career progression, • Experience in development, housing, accommodation, or infrastructure projects is particularly desirable. What’s on Offer: • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, • Hybrid working (minimum 50% remote working available), • High-quality domestic and international project work, • Clear career progression pathway, • Supportive and collaborative team environment, • Opportunities for leadership, mentoring, and business development, • Exposure to major clients including developers, investors, public bodies, and multinational organisations, • Flexible working arrangements considered If you are a construction lawyer looking to take the next step in your career within a highly respected and forward-thinking team, this is an excellent opportunity to join a firm offering high-quality work, strong career progression, and a supportive culture.

Private Funds Lawyer (Private Equity) Location: London About the Company Capital Dynamics is an independent global asset management firm focusing on private assets, including Private equity (primaries, secondaries, and direct investments) and Clean Energy. Capital Dynamics oversees more than USD 15 billion in assets under management and advisement and employs approximately 150 professionals globally across 13 offices in Europe, North America, and Asia. About the Role Capital Dynamics are seeking to hire an experienced Private Funds Lawyer to join our Funds legal team in the London office. The funds lawyer will support fund formation the structuring, negotiation and documentation required for the acquisition and sale of primary and secondary fund investments (both individual positions and portfolio acquisitions). The role holder will assist the Global Head of Funds Legal on the establishment of any new Capital Dynamics’ Secondaries Funds or related separate managed accounts. Responsibilities • Manage and coordinate all legal aspects relating to the formation, establishment and running of Capital Dynamics’ UK, US, Luxembourg or Cayman closed-ended private equity and infrastructure funds, acting as sparring partner to the business in respect of fund structuring matters., • Lead on all legal aspects relating to the acquisition of individual and portfolios of LP interests on both the primary and secondary markets., • Advising on structuring to minimize tax and regulatory implications, negotiating share and purchase agreements, reviewing and completing transfers and subscription agreements, providing KYC and tax documentation, negotiating side letters (where necessary), and coordinating aspects of the closing process., • Lead the negotiation and implementation of credit and NAV facilities., • Attend all investment committee meetings in an advisory capacity to the committee., • Manage the MFN election process related to primary investments., • Respond to investor and advisory board consents from underlying managers., • Assist with litigation matters as they arise related to the Secondaries Funds., • Together with Compliance, develop proper controls, policies, and procedures to ensure Capital Dynamics and its funds comply with internal and external legal and regulatory requirements., • Liaise with, establish, monitor, and maintain relationships with law firms and third-party service providers., • Assist with legal questions arising from investments in private equity funds, including tax and regulatory issues. Qualifications • US or UK-qualified lawyer. International or cross-border transactions support is preferred., • Minimum of 4 to 6 years PQE currently working in a Private Funds group at a law firm or as an In-house Funds lawyer., • Proven experience of fund formation (private equity, infrastructure, private credit or real estates), fund structuring, fund operations, and fund closing matters, ideally in respect of both UK and US funds; experience with Luxembourg or Cayman fund structures is a plus., • Experience of secondaries fund transactions - LP Portfolio Sales, LP-Preferred Equity, GP-Preferred Equity, Continuation Funds (single and multi-asset) and GP Tenders., • Experience working in a collaborative and demanding environment. Required Skills • Must be fluent in English and display superior writing skills., • Additional language skills such as German, Italian, French are desirable but not essential. Equal Opportunity Statement Capital Dynamics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse global workforce. We are a global company with 24 nationalities represented across our staff in 13 offices, spanning North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. We believe diversity and inclusion (“D&I”) is key to being better at what we do, and our initiatives are designed to attract, develop, and advance talented individuals, regardless of race, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, disability status, or any other dimension of diversity. We welcome and strongly encourage suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply to join Capital Dynamics. Please inform our recruitment team if you have a disability, condition, or difference that may require us to make any adjustments as part of your application process or during employment.

ROLE OVERVIEW // Would you like to join an expanding and dynamic market leading pensions practice in one of the world’s most prestigious law firms? We are offering a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual to join us as an Associate in our pensions practice. We offer a highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. Slaughter and May is recognised for exceptional legal service, commerciality and commitment to clients. We advise on a spectrum of legal matters, often high-profile, ground-breaking and complex. We are known for delivering innovative and bespoke solutions. Our Pensions Practice Our Pensions practice is part of our integrated Pensions, Employment and Incentives group which is led by 5 Partners and has more than 30 non-partner fee earners and Knowledge Counsel and Knowledge Officer. To give you a flavour of the breadth of work, the successful applicant would see all of the following: • Very large advisory balanced practice (both business-as-usual and projects) for both trustees and sponsors of schemes of all sizes (from sub-£20 million to £10s of billions) as well as insurers - including Railways Pension Scheme, New Airways Pension Scheme (BA), BBC Pension Scheme, Electricity Supply Pension Scheme, BT Pension Scheme, Severn Trent, Royal Mail and Centrica. Associates work on: highly technical benefit issues (GMP/Virgin Media/equalisation issues on buy-outs/pensions tax), funding negotiations on valuations and transactions; surplus refunds and winding-ups; funding structures working with financing colleagues (SLPs; guarantees; letters of credit; reservoir trusts; escrows); investment advice including strategy implementation; TPR moral hazard powers advice, including related board advice; administration agreements; master trust transfers., • Dispute resolution – member, IDRP and PO complaints for trustee clients, Part 8, professional negligence and rectification applications to Senior Courts and TPR investigations and proceedings. Recent current examples include questions of construction regarding scheme amendment powers following on from the BBC Pension Scheme cases and ongoing High Court litigation. We also advise on TPR s231 (funding) investigations and s43 (FSD) investigations. Pensions Associates work closely with colleagues in Disputes and Investigations., • De-risking through buy-ins/outs – we have advised on many of the biggest transactions in UK market history, including the £7.5 billion buy-in of the British Steel Pension Scheme and on the £6.5 billion buy-in of RSA’s two schemes with Pensions Insurance Corporation. We also act regularly for insurers, such as Legal & General, Aviva and PIC; we advised Legal & General on the £4.6 billion buy-in with Ford’s pension schemes and the £4.8 billion full buy-in for the Boots Pension Scheme., • M&A/IPOs/distress/corporate transactions - Associates work with corporate colleagues on deal structuring, due diligence, drafting and negotiation. This requires both technical expertise and commercial deal management. Examples include advising Vodafone on the pensions aspects of its agreement with CK Hutchison Group, owner of Three UK, to merge their respective UK telecommunications businesses to create the UK’s largest mobile operator, working with our Corporate team to advise Spectris on the pensions aspects of its competitive takeover by KKR and Reckitt Benckiser on the pensions aspects of the divestment of its Essential Home business. We have an extensive database of precedent advice and standard form documents managed by our Knowledge Lawyer team and a dedicated team know-how specialist. We run regular technical and BD training programmes. Associates have access to a dedicated and experienced pension knowledge lawyer. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES // The key responsibilities of this role are set out below and there may be others which are not listed. You may be required on occasion to work outside our normal working hours of 9:30am to 5:30pm. • Day-to-day contact for advising sponsor and trustee clients, • Drafting, reviewing and amending the legal and commercial aspects of pensions-related and pension scheme documentation, • Taking responsibility for pensions aspects of transactions, • Delivering first line support to clients on matters, working within a larger team of colleagues, at a range of experience levels, • Managing/supervising trainees, • Taking responsibility for working with other parts of the firm in advising on all of these areas, • Developing the practice by promoting the firm, both to existing and potential clients and by contributing to the creation of know-how, including client bulletins and other client and firm-facing training events CANDIDATE PROFILE // Candidates for this position must have: • A strong academic record and being at ease thinking fast and being able to reflect and identify the essence of a client’s query, • Keenness to learn and develop, • Ability to communicate succinctly, projecting confidence in both legal and commercial analysis underpinning the advice, • Ability to see issues from the client’s perspective and to work out how to deliver exactly what the client wants and needs, • Skill in drafting, advising and negotiating on complex transactions and matters, • First rate legal and technical skills combined with pragmatism, commercial knowledge and application, • Excellent client care skills, • Excellent transaction management skills, • Ability to develop and work in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment, • Resilience under pressure, endurance and ability to manage and meet multiple deadlines, • Experience in running negotiations and other meetings with limited supervision, • A high level of professionalism and integrity International Opportunities The vast majority of the work undertaken in the Pensions, Employment and Incentives group is international. Many of our clients are based overseas and the nature of our domestic client base is such that most of them have considerable overseas interests. Our Best Friends network ensures that we and our clients have access to the very best international legal advice which in turn enables us to see more than our fair share of the most interesting global disputes and investigations. English law is often at the heart of a matter so we frequently find ourselves playing a key role project managing the international advisers and bringing all the strands of the matter together. Culture of the Firm Our culture is one of doing all that is necessary to deliver excellence to each client as a team. Team is central to how we function. We foster a collegiate and non-competitive culture in which colleagues ask for advice and support. We operate an open-door policy and actively encourage discussion and knowledge sharing. Our practice holds regular social and team building events. It is a team. There are no billable hours or billing targets for associates. The firm has eleven diversity networks. Our aim is to foster a spirit of inclusion. We welcome applications irrespective of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, belief or marital status.

ROLE OVERVIEW // Operating within Slaughter and May’s wider Commercial team, we are seeking an External Communications Manager to assist with planning and executing the firm’s media relations and communication strategy in the UK. We require the ideal candidate to have PR and communications experience, preferably at a law firm, agency or with a journalist background. We are looking for someone who is passionate about media relations, is relationship driven, curious, proactive, self-motivated and highly comfortable working with and counselling firm partners and senior-level staff. You will be part of a wider Commercial team function, which is a high performing environment serving multiple stakeholders. You will need to work collaboratively with many teams throughout the business, helping shape and execute Slaughter and May’s media strategy, while protecting and enhancing the firm’s reputation across UK and international markets. You will lead proactive campaigns, manage sensitive issues, and ensure consistent, high‑quality engagement with priority journalists and outlets. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES // The key responsibilities of this role are set out below and there may be others which are not listed. You may be required on occasion to work outside our normal working hours of 9:30am to 5:30pm. • Proactive, sector-based media relations: Working closely with the Business Development teams and lawyers, you will devise PR plans that build profile from the bottom up and increase share of voice on issues relevant to our client base. You will leverage thought leadership as source material for interviews and placed articles, building strong relationships with key media contacts., • Reactive press office activity: Handle day-to-day inbound media queries from national, business and trade journalists on diverse topics. Ensure careful, timely and sensitive handling of issues that protect and advances the firm’s brand., • Provide editorial judgement and media counsel to partners and senior leadership; prepare messaging and Q&As for media interviews., • Act as a key and effective point of contact for the media. Build and maintain relationships with tier‑one national, business and legal media; cultivate story pipelines and pitch compelling narratives., • Draft and edit press releases, statements, op‑eds/by‑lines, briefing notes and spokesperson bios to house style., • Prepare and coach spokespeople for interviews; coordinate logistics, background briefings and follow‑up., • Support reactive media handling on live matters; run rapid‑response processes, escalation and approvals; scenario‑plan for emerging risks., • Oversee the online press office/newsroom and social amplification of earned coverage; manage embargoes and distribution lists., • Own media monitoring, sentiment analysis and KPI reporting; produce clear dashboards for leadership., • Handle the majority of incoming press queries, escalating to the Head of Communications where senior support is required., • Create and implement a sector-based media relations strategy, with regular delivery of significant business press coverage., • Own end-to-end management of regular transaction and case announcements., • Support the proactive news agenda., • Monitor existing and planned firm content to secure media coverage., • Manage the awards process. CANDIDATE PROFILE // Candidates for this position must have: Experience and skills • Media relations experience in complex, multi‑stakeholder settings, preferably in legal PR either at a law firm, agency or as a journalist., • Proven track record of securing high‑quality coverage and managing sensitive issues; confident on‑record and background handling., • Excellent news sense; confident pitching; strong stakeholder management;, • Established network across UK national/business/legal media (or a credible plan to build one); fluency with legal sector themes and the UK news agenda., • Familiar with media databases/monitoring platforms; comfortable with newsroom‑style workflows and content management., • Outstanding communication skills, writing and editing skills; able to translate complex legal/commercial topics into clear, newsworthy copy., • Strong stakeholder management across a matrixed environment; comfortable advising senior leaders and coordinating multi‑team efforts., • Fluency with media monitoring/analytics tools and evaluation frameworks; data‑led approach to planning and reporting., • Ability to write compelling, audience-appropriate copy for external stakeholders., • Track record of delivering high-quality press coverage and communications projects as well as media relations campaigns., • Strong network of national business media contacts and understanding of how journalists operate., • Analytical thinker with a good technical bias; strong project management experience., • Awareness of digital marketing trends; excellent written and verbal communication skills., • Proactive in defining needs and delivering solutions; highly organised with strong attention to detail., • Calm under pressure; sound judgement on sensitive matters., • Excellent ability to persuade and influence at senior level., • Collaborative team player with a curious, improvement-oriented mindset., • ‘Can-do’ attitude with passion for making things happen., • Ability to translate a firm’s brand and values into effective external communications., • Builds relationships quickly to gain trust and work collaboratively across the firm. We welcome applications irrespective of race, colour, ethnic or national origin, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, belief or marital status.

Corporate M&A (Financial Services) Legal Director | 8+ PQE | Top 25 L500 Law Firm Are you a corporate lawyer with 8+ years PQE who has exposure to clients within financial service sector, looking for a clear-cut pathway to partnership? Progress your legal career in this Top 25 ranked law firm, renowned for providing technical excellence, innovation and a dynamic approach to law. About the Firm This Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked firm has created a strong reputation for delivering high quality outcomes across their domestic and international client base of HNW individuals, multi-national corporations, financial institutions and public authorities. With a full-service expertise across Financial Services, Energy, Real Estate, Technology, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Private Client and many more! They have built an esteemed reputation throughout its 250-year history, putting them in good stead to compete with some of the world's biggest firms. Despite its impressive global footprint, the firm retains a close-knit, collegiate environment, placing genuine emphasis on employee development and wellbeing. With a culture built around their three core values of quality, imagination and impact, you will be part of a supportive, collaborative firm that encourages authenticity, innovation and personal growth. With a strong UK presence and an expanding international reach, the firm continues to attract top legal minds through its commitment to innovation, diversity, and flexible working. It has earned a reputation as an employer of choice, offering its lawyers both challenging work and the space to thrive. This Tier 1-ranked team is a recognised leader in the upper mid-market, delivering over 200 deals each year across more than 40 jurisdictions. With an impressive client base, the team advises leading domestic and international financial institutions on a wide range of significant transactions, including major banks such as Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds Banking Group and NatWest. With 7 heavy-hitting partners within the team, you will work closely with experts across Financial Services, M&A and wider corporate matters. This provides exceptional exposure to leading key mandates, developing strong client relationships and helping to further strengthen the team’s reputation as a dominant force within the financial services sector. The Role Joining the firm’s highly respected and sought-after Financial Service M&A team, you’ll be leading matters across a variety of corporate transactions, including private and public mergers and acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, intra-group restructurings, cross-border transactions and a variety of strategic and regulatory-driven projects. Develop and build your own client relationships with large domestic and international clearing banks, leading challenger banks, building societies and mutuals, fintechs, asset and wealth managers, exchanges, payments providers, non-bank lenders, brokers and insurers, amongst many others! You will become a key senior figure within this high-performing, cohesive and busy team. Contributing to the growth of the practice, alongside working closely with the firms’ wider substantial financial services specialist areas. There is genuine continuous development, where you will be encouraged to take on high levels of responsibility and can expect to take a leading role on most matters. Alongside this, you’ll have the chance to build and develop your own profile, with a clear pathway to partnership within 12-24 months. You will play a key role in both your own success and the growth of the team, with scope to support and develop junior fee earners, paralegals, and trainees, providing an environment that helps them thrive in the early stages of their careers. What makes this opportunity stand out • Clear pathway to partnership within 12-24 months for the right candidate., • Become part of a well-established upper mid-market team, acting for leading domestic and international banks, financial institutions, payment providers and many more!, • Join an award-winning, globally recognised firm praised for outstanding client service and an exceptional, people-focused culture., • Benefit from a collegiate, supportive environment with genuine investment in professional development, wellbeing and flexible working., • Work on complex, high-value domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures and strategic projects within the financial services sector. Requirements • Be a qualified solicitor with at least 8 years' PQE, with financial services-focused M&A experience, • Strategic transactions involving institutional clients is highly desired., • Ability to collaborate alongside specialists in other practice areas (within the UK and internationally) and to co-ordinate client initiatives and effectively support transaction delivery., • Able to lead complex matters and collaborate across the team to deliver seamless, high-quality advice., • Genuinely enthusiastic about business development, with the drive to build client relationships and support practice growth. With increasing demand and significant team growth, there is an exciting opportunity to play a central role in transaction delivery, client relationship development and the continued expansion of the team and practice, which will provide clear career progression opportunities. Apply now for immediate consideration of contact JMC Legal Recruitment for a confidential conversation.

Insignia is a global leader in luxury lifestyle management and financial services for Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals. Operating at the intersection of luxury, finance, and frontier innovation, we redefine what is possible for elite clientele worldwide. With offices across Europe and a growing international presence, we deliver bespoke payment solutions, elite concierge services, and high-touch experiences supported by industry-leading technology. We are seeking a highly strategic International Commercial Lawyer to come onboard. This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-paced, deeply international environment and shape legal strategy for a business serving some of the world’s most discerning clients. Position Overview As the International Commercial Lawyer, you will serve as the primary legal advisor to the Board and executive leadership. You will lead on commercial, regulatory, corporate, and cross-border matters, while ensuring legal integrity across all jurisdictions in which Insignia operates. This role demands exceptional commercial judgment, international legal fluency, and the ability to partner closely with business leaders in a dynamic, high-growth organisation. KEY RESPONSIBILITES • Lead and own the global legal strategy across the UK, EU, and multiple international jurisdictions., • Serve as trusted advisor to the CEO, C-suite, and Board on legal, regulatory, and business risk matters., • Build, mentor, and oversee a high-performance legal function, including managing external counsel worldwide., • Advise on corporate structuring, governance frameworks, shareholder matters, and board operations., • Lead on M&A transactions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and new market entries., • Draft, negotiate, and manage a wide range of commercial agreements including supplier, technology, partnership, and client contracts., • Oversee regulatory compliance for financial services, payments, data protection, and cross-border operations., • Ensure alignment with FCA, FINMA, EU, and international regulatory frameworks as relevant. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS • UK-qualified (or equivalent) senior legal professional., • Background in financial services, fintech, payments, private banking, family office, or luxury sectors., • Strong international exposure and experience advising on multi-jurisdictional matters., • Deep expertise in commercial, corporate, regulatory, and international law., • Demonstrated experience leading complex cross-border transactions and navigating global regulatory environments., • Strong understanding of financial services frameworks, payments regulations, and high-value client operations. We thank you for taking the time to apply and we will be contacting candidates with the closest match to our criteria within ten days of application to arrange an initial interview. If you have not heard from us within these timescales, thank you for your interest but please consider your application unsuccessful on this occasion.

Associate Location: London Practice: Banking & Finance / Real Estate Finance PQE: NQ-4 years A leading London law firm is looking to recruit an Associate to join its growing Banking & Finance team, with a particular focus on Real Estate Finance. This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded transactional finance practice working alongside one of London’s largest and most established Real Estate teams, advising lenders, investors, developers and funds on complex financing transactions. The Role You will work on a broad range of finance matters, with a strong emphasis on real estate-backed transactions, including: • Acting for lenders and borrowers on real estate finance transactions, • Advising on bilateral, syndicated, club, structured, senior and mezzanine financings, • Drafting and negotiating facility agreements, security documentation and intercreditor arrangements, • Managing conditions precedent processes and transaction execution You will work closely with partners and collaborate with leading teams across real estate, corporate, private wealth, funds and tax, giving exposure to diverse and sophisticated transactions. The Candidate • Qualified solicitor with NQ-4 years’ PQE in banking & finance or real estate finance, • Experience gained at a City, international or strong national firm, • Strong technical drafting skills and knowledge of finance documentation, • Commercial mindset with the ability to manage transactions and build client relationships Why Consider This Opportunity • Join a fast-growing London firm with a strong transactional platform, • Work alongside one of the city’s most established real estate practices, • Exposure to institutional lenders, private equity funds, developers and investors, • Opportunity to work on complex cross-border and structured finance transactions, • Collaborative environment with strong career development prospects

HR Business Partner 12 Month Contract Chiswick - Hybrid An opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Business Partner to join a well-established and respected engineering and construction business in Chiswick. Operating for more than 100 years, with offices across the globe, the company has been providing its services to clients in the energy sector, working on large mega-projects across oil and gas and energy transition. The HR Business Partner will report into the HR Manager and will be responsible for building positive and effective partnering relationships with assigned client groups and the wider business to support the delivery of comprehensive and robust HR services. The HR BP will ensure that managers and employees are aware of the policies and procedures and able to operate them effectively and make sound judgement on issues to find workable solutions. To support business requirements in a full range of Business Partnering responsibilities including recruitment, retention, training and development, well-being, employee relations. Other responsibilities include: • Building strong, credible relationships with internal and external stakeholders to enable understanding of the operational and strategic challenges and support needed., • Partnering with Functional Leads, COE’s and stakeholders to successfully deliver HR strategies to support business performance and organisational strategic delivery., • Partnering with functional leads to deliver change management initiatives across the UK and Europe - including planning and implementing organisational and people change, working across business functions to develop ideas, consult and advise on translating vision into actionable plans., • Partnering with COE’s and functional leads to deliver local and global L&D and workforce planning strategies such as functional reviews, international transfers, succession planning, talent reviews and skills gaps analysis exercises., • Designing and leading the implementation and delivery of engagement and retention strategies in partnership with COE’s, Functional Leads and line managers., • Leading and supporting local and global HR initiatives and projects., • Partnering with functional leads in setting and managing headcount and staffing budgets., • Proactive ER management - taking a data led approach to identify employee relations trends, recommending solutions, and coaching line managers to take any actions required to proactively mitigating ER issues., • Own the end-to-end employee life cycle – partnering with line managers and acting as a single point of contact for employees within client group. To be considered for this opportunity, you must possess the following education, skills and experience: • Must be degree educated or equivalent work experience, • CIPD (Level 5 or 7) or working towards completion of a recognized HR Qualification is preferrable., • Delivering HR in complex, international matrix organisations, • Good all round, diverse relevant experience gained at Business Partner level, • Redundancy processes, collective consultations, grievance, disciplinary, employment tribunal, • Organisational change – participating and representing, • Resourcing experience – interviewing and providing guidance to those hiring, • Ability to question and challenge where this is necessary, • Working experience at HRBP level in an Engineering or Construction environment preferable, • Ability to work accurately and at pace with a group of managers of varying seniority., • Grounded and commercially driven knowledge of relevant employment law interpretation and application., • Ability to research, develop and promote/implement new policy or projects, • Solution driven ability to work with managers/teams.Willing to ‘own the problem’ and find creative solutions., • Ability to interpret situations, present solutions and understand impacts of decisions taken

Employee Relations Specialist Location: London Bridge (Remote working – ad hoc office visits) Pay: £19.50–£23 per hour (DOE) Hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–6pm Contract: Temporary, minimum 2–3 months Are you an Employee Relations Specialist with international experience, particularly across the UK, France, and the Netherlands? This role offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, globally minded environment where your ER expertise—especially within Dutch employment law—will directly shape culture, minimise risk, and support positive people outcomes across the business. If you thrive on complex casework, influencing leaders, and ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant practices, this position could be the perfect fit. Key Responsibilities • Partner with HR Business Partners and Legal to assess, triage, and resolve a wide range of ER matters across the UK, France, and the Netherlands., • Provide clear, expert guidance to managers and employees on disciplinaries, grievances, performance issues, policy interpretation, and local employment law nuances., • Lead and support thorough, unbiased ER investigations, ensuring compliance with local legislation and global best practice., • Manage complex ER cases end-to-end in the Netherlands, including restructures, redundancies, and union/works council matters., • Analyse ER trends and data to identify root causes, highlight risks, and recommend preventative or improvement strategies., • Contribute to the development, revision, and implementation of ER policies and practices across multiple regions., • Build strong relationships with stakeholders, supporting a culture of fairness, accountability, and positive engagement. What We’re Looking For • Strong, hands-on Employee Relations background with experience working across the UK, France, and the Netherlands., • Expert-level experience managing ER cases in the Netherlands, including investigations, restructures, redundancies, and union/works council involvement., • Good understanding of EMEA employment law frameworks and the ability to navigate regional nuances., • Confident communicator able to influence and advise stakeholders at all levels., • Strong analytical capability—comfortable interpreting ER data, identifying patterns, and making evidence-based recommendations., • Experience driving continuous improvement within ER processes or policy frameworks., • Calm, professional, and resilient, with a passion for fair, balanced outcomes., • Fluency in French is ideal. Why This Role Could Be Ideal for You • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where ER expertise is genuinely valued., • Exposure to a wide range of regional employment matters across EMEA., • Ability to influence culture, improve processes, and shape ER delivery.

Our client is a top-tier international law firm seeking to strengthen its London private equity capability with the addition of a high-calibre associate. The role sits within a market-leading transactional team advising financial sponsors, long-term capital providers and corporates on complex domestic and cross-border investments. This position offers exposure to the full private equity lifecycle, including minority and growth investments, control transactions, exits and ongoing portfolio work. The successful candidate will work closely with a highly regarded London-based partner who is deeply embedded in the sponsor community and regularly instructed on headline transactions across multiple sectors. The Role The associate will be involved in a broad mix of sponsor-led and strategic matters, often acting as a core team member from early structuring through execution and completion. The practice is particularly active in complex acquisitions, carve-outs and transformational transactions, as well as investment strategies focused on scaling platforms through follow-on acquisitions. The team also advises on innovative transaction structures, including public-to-private deals, de-SPAC combinations and cross-border investments involving multiple stakeholder groups. Key Responsibilities • Advising private equity houses, sovereign-backed investors and family offices on acquisitions, disposals and strategic investments, • Supporting growth capital and minority investment transactions alongside management teams and founders, • Acting on buy-and-build strategies and add-on acquisitions for portfolio companies, • Advising on exit processes, including trade sales and sponsor-to-sponsor transactions, • Handling portfolio company matters across the investment lifecycle, • Working on transactions spanning a range of industries, with particular depth in technology-enabled businesses, education platforms and consumer-facing brands Candidate Profile • England & Wales qualified, • 1 - 4 PQE, • Strong experience in private equity or corporate M&A from a recognised UK Law firm, • Comfortable running workstreams and managing transaction processes with appropriate supervision, • Commercially minded, with the ability to advise sponsor clients in fast-moving deal environments, • Strong drafting skills and experience negotiating key transaction documents Why This Role This is an opportunity to join a highly active private equity practice with direct access to partner-level clients and sophisticated transactions. The role offers genuine responsibility, early client exposure and the chance to build a long-term private equity skillset within a globally integrated platform. Rutherford is a leading legal recruiter that also works closely with tier one sponsors, buyside firms and investment banks for in-house roles. Please get in contact if you would like to be alerted to the most exciting Counsel opportunities. To find more of our jobs please visit our website: Job Reference: NWC3313 Keywords: Private equity, M&A, sponsor advisory, growth equity, buyouts, carve-outs, portfolio company work, exits, London, cross-border transactions, financial sponsors, corporate acquisitions, PE associate, international law firm

German & English‑Speaking People Partner– 12‑Month FTC (Maternity Cover) Global retail brand Hybrid – 3 days per week in the London office £40,000–£55,000 depending on experience Euro London is partnering with an internationally recognised luxury retail brand who is currently recruiting for a fluent German and English‑speaking People Partner to support their retail population across the UK, Ireland, Germany and Austria. This is a 12‑month FTC with the potential to convert to permanent contract. In this role, you will act as a trusted advisor to store leaders and employees, providing high‑quality HR support across the full employee lifecycle. You’ll join a collaborative, people‑focused HR function operating across multiple European markets, offering both strategic partnership and hands‑on operational support. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced senior HR professional who wants to combine hands‑on HR experience and stakeholder management with language skills in a global, high‑performing environment. Key responsibilities will include, yet will not be limited to the following: • Acting as a strategic People Partner to retail leaders and teams across four European markets, providing expert guidance and support where needed, • Leading HR support across the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance, development, employee relations and organisational change, • Building strong, influential relationships with senior stakeholders and store leadership to drive people priorities and commercial outcomes, • Owning end‑to‑end ER case management where required ensuring fair, consistent and legally compliant outcomes, • Ensuring robust compliance with employment legislation across the UK and Germany, acting as a subject‑matter expert for both markets, • Partnering closely with central HR teams including Talent, Payroll and Rewards to deliver aligned, high‑quality people initiatives, • Leading and contributing to regional HR projects, process improvements and continuous improvement activity, • Championing a positive, inclusive and high‑performance culture across the retail population Essential skills required: • Previous HR experience across the UK and Germany with strong knowledge of UK and German employment law and HR best practice, • Fluency in German and English, • Proven ability to influence and build trust with senior stakeholders, • Experience managing complex ER cases, including Works Council engagement in Germany, • Confident operating independently in a fast‑paced, multi‑market environment, • Strong communication, coaching and problem‑solving skills, • Comfortable analysing HR data and using insights to inform decisions, • Proficient with Microsoft tools and HR systems (Workday advantageous), • Adaptable, proactive and committed to continuous improvement and an exceptional employee experience Why join this organisation? • Work for a globally recognised retail group with a strong international footprint, • Use your German and English language skills daily in a truly multicultural environment, • Take ownership of a high‑impact, multi‑market People Partner remit, • Enjoy a flexible hybrid working model with early‑finish Fridays, • Access a competitive benefits package and supportive, people‑focused culture, • Be part of a collaborative HR team where your expertise and ideas genuinely shape the employee experience If you’d like to discuss the role further or review the full job specification and package details, please get in touch.

About the role We are partnering with a leading international asset management / financial services firm based in the City, London, with a global presence and a strong commitment to building an inclusive and collaborative culture. You will be part of the HR team, acting as a strategic HR business partner to the Corporate Functions client group (HR, Corporate Communications, Finance, and Legal). The team works closely with senior leaders and HR CoEs to ensure enterprise-aligned and future-focused people outcomes across the business. As a Senior HR Business Partner, you will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, driving organisational, talent, and leadership outcomes aligned to business strategy. You will collaborate with other HRBPs and CoE teams to deliver innovative and business-focused HR initiatives across the Corporate Functions. Summary of the role and key responsibilities • Strategic People Partner: Turn business priorities into actionable, people-focused initiatives that drive results today and build capability for the future., • Employee Relations & Risk Management: Lead complex employee relations cases, including those with regulatory, legal, or reputational implications. Provide trusted guidance to senior leaders and steer change and restructuring initiatives with confidence., • Organisational Design & Development: Work with leaders to identify opportunities to optimise structure, clarify roles, and improve ways of working, ensuring the organisation is fit for the future., • Talent Strategy & Succession: Partner with Talent Acquisition and Development to attract, retain, and develop top talent. Shape succession plans, high-potential programmes, and leadership development to ensure future readiness., • Performance, Reward & Recognition: Advise senior leaders on pay, performance differentiation, and market positioning. Challenge outcomes where needed and ensure governance and fairness across the business., • HR Leadership & Continuous Improvement: Drive best practice, share insights across the HRBP community, and deliver innovative HR projects that make a tangible impact. Key skills required • Proven HR business partner with experience influencing senior stakeholders in a complex, matrixed organisation., • Strong track record in HR advisory roles; experience in international financial services is highly desirable., • Experience managing complex employee relations and workforce change with strong knowledge of employment law risks., • Excellent communication, organisational, and multi-tasking skills., • Solutions-oriented, collaborative, and able to work independently while maintaining confidentiality., • Curious, proactive, and committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement. Rewards & Benefits The company offer a competitive benefits package, support for wellbeing and development, and flexible working arrangements to enable a healthy work-life balance. As an international financial services organisation, this role is in-scope of relevant international regulations, including FCA and PRA requirements. Training and guidance will be provided to ensure compliance with conduct rules. Please apply as soon as possible to be considered. How to apply If you are interested in discussing this role further, please apply for the position or contact Alex Levy at (Job Code - 70111) If you require any adjustments, accommodation, or additional support during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let us know. Click here to learn more about our commitments to accessible recruitment. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted Privacy policy Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only. By applying for this position, you consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal data to Elliott Scott HR Recruitment Ltd. and all relevant third parties for the purpose of processing your application. Your personal data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Knowledge Lawyer (Professional Support Lawyer) - Employment Reports to: Head of Employment, dotted line to Head of Knowledge Management Works closely with: Employment team, PSLs, Brand and Campaigns Location: London, Experience needed: 5 years + PQE Part time hours accepted and can offer flexibility. About the firm: Ortus Group have been retained by a leading legal 500 law firm to attract an Employment Knowledge Lawyer to join the growing Employment Practice. The Employment Team is consistently recognised as a “top ranked team” by The Legal 500 for technical excellence, commercial insight, and a people-first approach. The firm partners with major employers, including PLCs, SMEs, and high-net-worth individuals, across sectors such as technology, retail, construction, manufacturing, and education. The firm have an approachable, “can do” team and is trusted by clients ranging from national house builders and global healthcare companies to leading charities, Cambridge Colleges, and international organisations. This reputation is built on delivering practical, commercially focused advice that helps clients navigate complex employment challenges with confidence. As the firm continues their ambitious growth journey, this is an exciting opportunity to help shape the future of our Employment practice. You’ll play a pivotal role in driving innovation, enhancing knowledge, and ensuring our team remains ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving legal landscape. Role Purpose This role is about shaping the future of knowledge within our Employment Team. As a Professional Support Lawyer (PSL)/Knowledge Lawyer, you’ll be the go-to expert for technical excellence, legal updates, and innovative knowledge solutions. This role is pivotal in helping our Employment Team navigate one of the most significant shifts in UK employment law in decades. Your work will empower our lawyers to deliver outstanding client service by ensuring they have the right tools, insights, and training at their fingertips. You’ll combine deep employment law expertise with a passion for efficiency and innovation, freeing up fee earners to focus on what they do best while positioning our team as responsive, accurate, and ahead of the curve. Knowledge Oversight • Lead end-to-end delivery of knowledge initiatives, ensuring projects are scoped, executed, and embedded effectively across the team., • Proactively monitor and interpret emerging legislation and case law (e.g., Employment Rights Bill), translating developments into actionable guidance and timely implementation., • Champion innovation in knowledge delivery, leveraging automation, AI, and digital tools to enhance accessibility and efficiency. Legal Expertise & Research • Curate and continuously evolve the Employment team’s knowledge assets, including precedents, templates, and checklists, to maintain best-in-class standards., • Undertake complex, high-impact legal research, providing clear, pragmatic advice that supports strategic decision-making., • Produce authoritative internal guidance and client-facing briefings, distilling complex legal changes into practical insights. Training & Development • Design and deliver engaging, high-quality training programmes, including seminars and workshops, to build technical excellence and commercial awareness., • Coordinate and enhance the team’s CPD framework, ensuring compliance and fostering continuous professional growth., • Lead induction training for new joiners, embedding firm values and technical competence from day one. Client Engagement & Thought Leadership • Create compelling client updates, newsletters, and thought leadership content, positioning the team as a trusted advisor and industry leader., • Partner with senior stakeholders to deliver impactful presentations, webinars, and seminars, strengthening client relationships and market presence., • Contribute to the development and execution of the team’s knowledge and marketing strategy, aligning with business growth objectives. Process Innovation & Efficiency • Audit and refresh precedents to reflect current law and best practice, ensuring accuracy and relevance., • Develop innovative precedents and practice tools in response to legislative and market changes, driving operational excellence., • Collaborate with the central Knowledge Management team to ensure consistency, alignment, and knowledge-sharing across the firm. Key Measures of Success • Training Delivery Number of internal training sessions delivered per quarter., • Timeliness of Legal Briefings Updates on major legislative changes issued within agreed timeframes., • Knowledge Projects Completion Percentage of planned knowledge initiatives delivered on time and within scope., • Thought Leadership Output Number of client-facing articles, webinars, or newsletters published per quarter. What We’re Looking For We’re after someone passionate about employment law and ready to make an impact. You might already be a PSL or knowledge lawyer, but you could also be a technically strong employment lawyer keen to take your first step into a PSL role. • Technical Excellence – Deep knowledge of UK employment law, coupled with exceptional drafting and research skills to produce clear, practical guidance., • Project Leadership – Confidence to manage multiple projects simultaneously, driving them from concept to completion with minimal supervision., • Influential Communication – Strong presentation skills and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels, whether delivering training or shaping strategy., • Innovative Mindset – A genuine interest in legal technology and AI-driven solutions, always looking for smarter ways to deliver knowledge., • Responsiveness & Organisation – Highly organised and quick to act, ensuring priorities are managed effectively in a fast-paced environment., • Ownership & Accountability – Takes full responsibility for tasks and outcomes, never letting projects slip off the radar., • Collaborative Spirit – Works seamlessly with colleagues while remaining self-driven and confident in independent decision-making., • Intellectual Curiosity – Thrives on learning and adapting, staying ahead of developments in employment law and knowledge delivery. Please get in touch to find out more, all conversations will be held on a completely confidential basis.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded P&C to join a growing organisation at a pivotal stage of its development. We are looking for a senior HR&People Consultant who will shape and implement our People and Culture strategy, building strong foundations that will enable our business to scale successfully. This role is ideal for someone looking for 2-3 days part-time or portfolio work, while still having a meaningful impact at a strategic level. We’re happy to discuss your flexible working arrangements. You will be a trusted advisor to the CEO and leadership team, responsible for driving the people agenda, leading organisational change, and establishing robust HR policies, processes, and frameworks from scratch. What you’ll be doing: People Strategy & Leadership • Develop and deliver a comprehensive People and Culture strategy aligned with business objectives and growth plans, • Shape and embed a positive, high-performing organisational culture, • Design and implement organisational structures that support business growth, • Develop workforce planning and succession strategies, • Create scalable people frameworks suitable for a growing organisation, • Create and implement people-focused policies and procedures from scratch, • Ensure compliance with employment law and best HR practices, • Build and implement performance management frameworks, • Develop learning and development strategies to support employee growth, • Create an employee experience framework that promotes engagement and retention, • Proven experience as a Head of HR / Head of People / People Director or similar senior role, • Experience of creating a People strategy from scratch, • Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR compliance, • Experience in growing organisations or scale-up environments, • A track record of designing and implementing HR frameworks, policies, and processes, • Experience in leadership development and succession planning, • Motivated by building something from the ground up Gülermak Renewables is the renewable energy investment arm of Gülermak, a leading international infrastructure contractor with a 65-year track record of delivering complex projects to the highest standards of quality, ethics and execution. Headquartered in London, the renewables business operates as an independently managed platform, focused on the UK and Europe, with core investments in solar, onshore wind and battery energy storage, and a forward-looking view on technologies shaping the future energy system. With strong financial backing and deep infrastructure expertise, we build, own and operate renewable assets that deliver stable long-term cash flows. Our portfolio has reached c.650 MW to date, with clear ambition and strong momentum to scale materially in the near term. This role represents an exceptional opportunity to join a high-performing, entrepreneurial team comprising talented professionals with deep experience across renewables and infrastructure. You will have meaningful responsibility across the business, in a culture that rewards ownership, performance and merit.

Our client is a prestigious international law firm who are known for their elite litigation and practice, they are now looking to hire an experienced Resource Manager (work allocation) to join their wider team on a permanent basis. The Resource Manager will be responsible for balancing the needs of the clients, business, and the career aspirations and wellbeing of the resources. As an integral member of a globally networked Resource Management function support the mobility of people or work across the global firm. KEY DUTIES INCLUDE: • Where resource management is new to the practice group, proactively support the change management and embedding of the function to ensure key performance indicators are met and return on investment delivered., • Provide expert knowledge and advice on work allocation, • Solve complex work allocation problems and anticipate business challenges that might arise, advising a range of stakeholders on solutions and preventative measures., • Develop a good understanding of alternative talent pools available to resolve resource shortfalls, • As part of a highly networked global Resource Management community maintain a broad appreciation of supply and demand needs across the global firm driving mobility wherever possible., • Build relationships with key stakeholders and the wider HR team, be a trusted advisor and advise on trends and capabilities The Resource Manager will have in-depth work allocation experience, ideally have worked for another law firm, or have been a Lawyer previously, however candidates from wider professional services will also be considered. The successful candidate will have exceptional communication and relationship building skills, be able to understand the needs of the business and have both the client and staffs best interests in mind.

Corporate Design & Brand Manager (9-Month FTC) Central London | Hybrid Working | Up to £70,000 + Benefits An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a leading international law firm in stunning Central London offices as a Corporate Design & Brand Manager. This senior-level role offers the chance to shape the firm’s creative output and brand direction at an exciting time, as the business embarks on an in-house brand refresh. This position sits at the heart of the marketing team, leading the creative direction of brand communications, marketing materials, and client pitches, while remaining hands-on in graphic design. The role blends graphic design, digital marketing, and brand strategy, allowing you to influence the firm’s creative output across multiple channels. About the Role • Salary up to £70,000, • 9-month fixed-term contract, with strong potential for extension or permanence, • Hybrid working – 3 days from home, 2 days in the London office (flexible choice on days), • Senior management role with real influence on brand and creative direction, • Opportunity to work on a major brand refresh project Key Responsibilities Website, Digital & Technical Design • Manage and evolve the firm’s CMS and website, • Develop responsive web and HTML email layouts, • Design digital campaign assets: banners, adverts, landing pages, social media content, • Monitor and report performance using Google Analytics, • Apply UX, web design trends, HTML, coding, and SEO knowledge Impactful Design: Digital & Print • Create high-impact marketing materials for campaigns and pitches, • Deliver digital and print assets, ensuring cohesive cross-platform branding, • Implement and maintain brand guidelines, • Oversee print production and support email marketing initiatives Brand & Internal Communications • Support internal communications initiatives, • Manage corporate creative assets, photography, and other brand resources Software Expertise • Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, • Microsoft Office (PowerPoint focus), • CMS and design tools such as Visme, Canva, • HubSpot CRM and e-marketing (preferred) Candidate Profile • Minimum 5 years of graphic and digital design experience, ideally including agency work, • Proven portfolio showcasing creative breadth across digital and print, • Experience in law firms, financial services, or professional services preferred, • Strong conceptual and design skills with the ability to manage multiple projects, • Excellent communication, collaboration, and mentoring skills, • Enthusiastic, positive team player with a flair for creative problem-solving What We Offer • Salary up to £70,000 per annum, • 9-month FTC with potential for extension or permanence, • Hybrid working – 3 days from home, 2 days in Central London, • Work for a prestigious international law firm in beautiful offices, • Excellent benefits and bonus potential, • Opportunity to have real influence on brand strategy and creative output 📩 If you are a hands-on designer with strategic thinking and a passion for brand storytelling, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now or send your CV to express interest.

I am currently working alongside a top US law firm on the continued growth of its London Competition & Antitrust practice. The team offers a genuinely mixed practice, with exposure to both contentious and non-contentious matters, combining high-end cross-border work with a collaborative and ambitious London platform. The Team: The London Competition & Antitrust team advises on complex, high-profile UK and EU competition matters and is fully integrated with colleagues across the US and Europe on cross-border mandates. The practice spans the full spectrum of competition law, including merger control (Phase I and II), cartel investigations, behavioural matters, competition litigation and the competition aspects of multi-jurisdictional M&A. Acting for multinational corporates, financial institutions and private equity sponsors, the team continues to see a strong pipeline of premium work and sustained investment in its London offering. The Role: • Advise on UK and EU merger control filings and coordinate multi-jurisdictional strategies, • Support on investigations before the CMA and European Commission, • Work on contentious behavioural matters and competition disputes, • Advise on the competition aspects of complex cross-border transactions, • Take on early responsibility with direct client exposure, • Contribute to business development and cross-office collaboration The Ideal Candidate: • England & Wales qualified (or equivalent), • Trained and qualified at a leading City, US or international firm, • Strong technical experience across merger control and advisory competition work, • Exposure to investigations and/or contentious matters preferred, • Commercially minded, proactive and confident in managing client relationships, • Ambitious and keen to join a growing US platform offering high-quality work and genuine progression Applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. To express your interest, apply online, or please contact: Contact: Abigail McGinty | Senior Recruitment Consultant Mobile: 07441473231 Email:

Are you interested in working in the Financial Markets? We are looking for a Paralegal Analyst (Fixed Term Contract) to join our team. Who are we? Itaú BBAI is a banking subsidiary of Itaú Group, the largest banking institution in Brazil and in Latin America. We believe that talent and innovation flourish in a diverse and inclusive environment, so we are a Bank driven by diverse people, committed to generating value for our customers and our society. We want our employees, the Itubers, to feel welcomed to bring as much of their true selves to work as they like. Therefore, we encourage all candidates to apply regardless of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, and any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination. Our core values are: We don’t have all the answers • We have each other’s back • We treasure diversity • We are driven by results • We put the client first • We make choices and decisions • Ethics are non-negotiable We are in constant transformation and looking for a self-motivated, proactive, and flexible Paralegal Analyst to join our international Legal Team in London. What is the Department mandate? Provide legal support, with the purpose of mitigating risks, in connection with (i) financial transactions originated by the business areas, (ii) analysis and structuring of new products and services, (iii) analysis of corporate projects, and (iv) the activities of the bank in general. What would be your key responsibilities? The role will involve assisting members of the Legal Department with their day-to-day work on ongoing transactions and projects as well as carrying out independent tasks on matters such as confidentiality agreements, due-diligences, bilateral and syndicated loans, trade finance, security, guarantees, documentary credits, derivatives, structured products and debt capital markets including: • Review of documentation (both internally and externally produced), • Preparing legal inputs for Group-wide projects, • Drafting of documentation, • Preparation of legal research notes and advice e-mails, • Liaising with colleagues internally and, if relevant, external counsel What are we looking for? • University degree in Law, • Experience in the London or European market ideally with specific knowledge of financial products, • Ability to contribute to a fast-paced multi-cultural environment; and work efficiently and effectively while under pressure., • Excellent organisational skills with an ability to prioritise and work to deadlines., • Strong interpersonal skills, • Fluent English, written and oral essential; other languages (particularly Portuguese, Spanish and/or French) is a plus. What can you expect? • Hybrid work., • Opportunity for career growth in an international and multicultural bank., • A dynamic, fast-paced, challenging and international working environment. If you believe you are the right fit for this position, please send us your application! Please note: Only applications through LinkedIn will be considered and due to the high volumes of applications that we receive, we will only contact those candidates that we would like to invite to an interview.

A digital editorial media company is seeking a qualified Competition Lawyer to join their competition team as a Senior Legal Editor on an 8-month contract (3–4 days per week). You will work alongside a talented international team, creating and maintaining editorial content across UK & EU competition law. Must be available to start early April. London/remote working The role includes: • Reviewing and maintaining content for the competition practice area, • Researching, drafting, and editing legal know-how for digital products and services, • Contributing to the development of new practice area materials, • Monitoring legal and market developments across the EU & UK, • Publishing legal updates and current awareness materials Ideal Candidate: • 5+ years PQE (law firm or in-house), • Experience in UK & EU Competition and Merger Control law, • Knowledge of a European language (e.g., French or German) is a plus, • Strong attention to detail and excellent writing/editing skills, • Passionate about legal content creation and working in a collaborative team To register an interest, please send through your updated CV to Working through LAW Absolute As the first recruitment agency to specialise only in placing interim lawyers, LAW Absolute has a long history in supporting lawyers who want to work flexibly and in control of their career. We are able to offer our contractors a range of challenging opportunities across private practice, corporates, financial services and within the not-for-profit sector. With over 20 years of placing contract lawyers in these markets, we have built excellent networks and many of the lawyers that we work with are contract lawyers that we have successfully placed on multiple assignments, allowing them to work with autonomy and build their career in the way they choose to. For our clients, we have worked closely with legal teams to help them plan and manage delivery of their services in a more efficient way in terms of resources, costs and timescales. To find out more about how LAW Absolute can assist you, or your team, through flexible working, please contact us or visit Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. At LAW Absolute we endeavour to respond to all applications within 48 hours. However due to the volume of applications we receive we may not be able to respond to every candidate individually. If you have not heard from us within a 48 hour timeframe your application has not been successful and your details have not been retained. LAW Absolute acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Senior SharePoint Developer & Administrator Location: London Employment Type: Permanent I am working with a leading international professional services firm that is seeking a talented Senior SharePoint Developer & Administrator to join its London technology team. This is an excellent opportunity to take ownership of modernising and enhancing enterprise SharePoint environments across both SharePoint Subscription Edition (SE) and SharePoint Online, while playing a key role in the evolution of the firm’s collaboration and intranet platforms. This role offers a blend of hands-on development, enterprise platform administration, and technical leadership, with the scope to influence architecture, governance, and best practice across a global organisation. The Role – What You’ll Be Doing SharePoint Development & Modernisation • Design, develop and maintain custom solutions across SharePoint SE and SharePoint Online., • Lead migration from SharePoint 2016 to SE/Online, including rewriting legacy web parts using SPFx., • Build custom SPFx web parts, extensions and integrations using TypeScript, JavaScript, React, HTML/CSS, and REST APIs., • Develop and maintain SharePoint Online intranet structures including architecture, navigation, branding, and content design., • Integrate SharePoint with internal systems and thirdparty platforms using RESTful APIs and Microsoft Graph. SharePoint Administration & Operations • Administer both SharePoint SE (onprem) and SharePoint Online environments., • Manage updates, cumulative patches and platform maintenance., • Monitor performance, availability, capacity and reliability., • Oversee site collections, permissions, authentication, service applications and governance., • Support backup, restore and disaster recovery processes., • Troubleshoot complex cloud and onprem SharePoint issues. OnPrem External Data & Business Connectivity Services (BCS) • Configure Business Connectivity Services (BCS) and create External Content Types (ECTs)., • Connect SharePoint to external SQL Server data and web services., • Build scripts and frontend components interacting with BCS data using JavaScript/REST., • Ensure secure, reliable and wellgoverned data integrations. Collaboration, Leadership & Documentation • Provide guidance and mentorship to junior developers and administrators., • Collaborate with project managers, business analysts and stakeholders to deliver highquality solutions., • Produce and maintain documentation including architecture diagrams, runbooks and migration guides., • Recommend improvements to governance, architecture and development standards. Required Skills & Experience • Extensive handson experience with SharePoint SE and SharePoint Online development and administration., • Strong background migrating SharePoint 2016 to SE/Online., • Proven SPFx development skills., • Proficiency in TypeScript, JavaScript, React, HTML5, CSS3., • Strong REST API and Microsoft Graph integration experience., • Solid C#/.NET framework experience., • Deep knowledge of SharePoint onprem administration, performance tuning, patching and troubleshooting., • Experience with BCS and creating External Content Types., • Strong SQL Server skills., • Understanding of authentication, permissions, governance and security best practices., • Excellent communication and analytical skills., • Experience building or supporting large-scale SharePoint Online intranet platforms., • Familiarity with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate)., • Experience with Azure AD, Azure Functions or App Services., • Relevant Microsoft certifications. What You’ll Deliver • Stable and secure SharePoint SE and SharePoint Online environments., • Successful migration of legacy SharePoint 2016 solutions., • Modern, userfriendly SharePoint Online intranet with meaningful customisations., • Strong governance, clear documentation and scalable operational processes. If you’re a Senior SharePoint specialist looking to lead impactful modernisation work within a global, forward-thinking firm, I’d love to connect for a confidential conversation. Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage; however, thank you for taking the time to apply. Ryder Reid Legal is a recruitment specialist. For over thirty years we've been connecting legal talent with many of the leading law firms in London and internationally. Follow our LinkedIn page for the latest vacancies.

Shipping / Aviation Finance Knowledge Lawyer | International Firm | London I’m currently partnering with a leading international law firm on the search for a Shipping / Aviation Finance Knowledge Lawyer to join its established asset finance team in London. This position sits at the core of a market-leading shipping and aviation finance practice advising on complex, cross-border and structured asset-backed transactions. The role will work closely with partners and associates to strengthen the team’s technical infrastructure and support the continued growth of the practice. The remit will involve: • Curating and evolving transaction precedents and know-how materials, • Tracking legal and market developments across the shipping and aviation sectors, • Designing and delivering internal training programmes, • Supporting client-facing insights and thought leadership pieces, • Contributing to process improvement and knowledge-sharing initiatives The firm is keen to speak with both experienced Knowledge Lawyers and senior associates within shipping or aviation finance who are considering a move into a more strategic, knowledge-focused position while remaining embedded in high-calibre transactional work. Strong technical grounding in asset finance, commercial awareness, and the confidence to engage with senior stakeholders will be key. This is a visible and genuinely influential role within a sophisticated international platform. For a confidential discussion, feel free to message me directly; .

Legal PA – up to £68,000 + Fantastic Benefits | City of London A leading international law firm in the City of London is seeking an experienced Legal PA to support a dynamic Head of Department working at the forefront of AI, data privacy, cyber security, and data protection law. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a highly regarded HoD who advises global business and technology leaders. The role is fast-paced and varied, ideal for a proactive Legal PA who enjoys being a true right-hand support and thrives in a high-level, international environment. As the HoD travels extensively, you will play a key role in coordinating complex global travel itineraries and managing a busy, ever-changing calendar, ensuring everything runs seamlessly. Key responsibilities include: • Inbox and diary management for a demanding schedule, • Coordinating complex international travel arrangements, • Organising meetings across multiple time zones, • Assisting with the planning of events and conferences, • Supporting business development activities, • Providing project and administrative support, • File management and document organisation, • Creating, proofreading, and editing correspondence, • Processing and managing expenses This role would suit an experienced Legal PA from an international law firm who enjoys being involved in project work, has excellent document management skills, and ideally has exposure to AI tools or a genuine interest in emerging technology. If you’re looking for a high-profile support role with an innovative practice area, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

Associate – Structured Finance (CLO) | London | Global Elite Law Firm A leading international law firm is seeking a mid-level Associate (2+ PQE) to join its Structured Finance team in London, with a focus on Collateralized Loan Obligations (CLOs) and complex securitization transactions. This is an opportunity to join a top-tier global practice advising major financial institutions, asset managers, sponsors, and investors on some of the most sophisticated structured finance transactions in the market. The Opportunity You will work on a broad range of structured capital markets and securitization transactions, particularly within the CLO space, while gaining exposure to related areas including capital markets, asset management, and private credit. The practice regularly advises on both traditional and innovative structured finance deals, including transactions backed by: • Corporate loan portfolios (CLOs), • Trade and consumer receivables, • Auto and credit card receivables, • Whole business securitizations, • Aircraft leasing and aviation assets, • Infrastructure-related assets such as telecom towers Key Responsibilities • Advising clients on CLO transactions and structured finance deals, • Supporting issuers, arrangers, investors, and asset managers, • Drafting and negotiating transaction documentation, • Working on multi-jurisdictional securitization and capital markets transactions, • Assisting with structuring and execution of complex financing solutions Candidate Profile • 2+ years’ post-qualification experience at a leading law firm, • Experience in structured finance, securitization, or capital markets, • Exposure to CLO transactions strongly preferred, • Strong academic background, • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-performing international team Why Apply? • Join a market-leading structured finance practice, • Work on high-profile international transactions, • Gain exposure to cutting-edge deals in the growing private capital market, • Benefit from a collaborative team culture and strong professional development

Commercial Litigation Senior Associate The Role William James Recruitment is instructed on an exceptional opportunity with a rapidly expanding international law firm, renowned for its litigation, white-collar defence and corporate advisory capabilities. The firm is a full-service US law firm that has grown into a national powerhouse, with offices across the United States and a newly launched London office to meet increasing client demand. The London practice combines the depth, sophistication and deal flow of a major US firm with a nimble, boutique-style disputes team. The team advises on high-profile, complex disputes including cross-border litigation, fraud, corporate investigations and high-stakes commercial matters. This role offers genuine early responsibility, close collaboration with US and international colleagues, and the opportunity to help shape the direction and culture of a growing London office. Notably, the firm operates on a sensible 1600 chargeable hours target, offering a compelling alternative to the leverage and billing pressures of traditional large-firm environments. Key Responsibilities • Handling high-value, complex litigation matters for sophisticated international clients, • Advising clients across finance, technology, media, entertainment, insurance and hospitality sectors, • Supporting corporate, restructuring, intellectual property, aviation, employment and regulatory matters where relevant, • Working on cross-border disputes alongside US and international teams, • Contributing to the growth, culture and operational development of the London office from Day 1 The Candidate • Senior Associate (5+ PQE) from a US, Magic Circle or Silver Circle firm (or equivalent top-tier platform), • Strong experience in commercial litigation and/or international arbitration, • Comfortable running complex, cross-border disputes and managing client relationships, • Commercially astute with an interest in business development, • Highly organised, collaborative and adaptable in a dynamic international environment, • Entrepreneurial mindset and motivated to be part of a growing London office Why This Opportunity • Premium US-firm platform with an expanding London presence, • Exposure to high-profile international disputes and blue-chip clients, • 1600 chargeable hours target, • Early responsibility and genuine input into office growth and strategy, • Collaborative, inclusive and entrepreneurial culture, • Clear long-term progression opportunities Benefits & How to Apply • Competitive US-firm salary and benefits package, • High-quality international work, • Balanced and sustainable workload, • Supportive, high-performance environment Apply in the strictest confidence online or via telephone - no CV required for an initial conversation. Contact: Alice Winter (Retained Consultant) Direct Dial: 0203 918 1665 Mobile: 0794 405 5476 Email:

Purpose of the Role: Experienced Legal Counsel specializing in Global Trade activities, with a focus on commodities Trade Finance transactions, export finance, and corporate trade finance. This role requires expert knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, robust contract and risk management skills, and the ability to provide strategic legal counsel to cross-functional teams in a dynamic, multinational environment. What You Will Be Doing: • Serve as a key member of the legal team responsible for trade finance transactions, including: (i) commodities trade finance (including repo transactions), (ii) export finance, (iii) discounting (including promissory notes and drafts), and (iv) corporate trade finance (including issuance/confirmation of guarantees, letters of credit, SBLCs, and related instruments)., • Act as the specialist lawyer for Trade Finance transactions across all relevant stages, structuring, negotiation, and execution—providing expert legal counsel and risk assessment throughout the transaction lifecycle., • Core duties include (but are not limited to): • Advise, draft, review, and negotiate documentation to align with legal, regulatory, and commercial objectives • Liaise with external counsel as required to support complex transactions • Monitor legal, regulatory developments and market trends impacting trade finance • Provide training and guidance to frontline and support teams (front office bankers, agency, middle office, back/middle offices, syndication, innovation trade finance, and related departments) on applicable trade finance legal and regulatory considerations • Contribute legal input internally to credit and new product committees, risk assessment processes, and policy development • Coordinate with other legal teams, foreign branches, compliance, tax, middle office, and risk management to ensure integrated risk control and governance, • Ensure alignment with internal policies, escalation protocols, and applicable international and local regulatory requirements in a fast-paced, multinational environment. Your Experiences & Skills: • English-qualified lawyer with a minimum of 5 years' post-qualification experience (PQE)., • Exceptional academic credentials complemented by strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities., • Proven experience in trade financing, obtained at a top-tier city law firm, with potential alignment to in-house practice., • Experience across trade finance activities is advantageous but not mandatory; willingness to develop breadth of expertise is desired., • Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and key stakeholders; strong interpersonal and relationship-management skills., • Aptitude for prioritisation, time management, and working under pressure in a dynamic environment., • Team-oriented with flexibility to respond to client demands while adhering to firm policies, procedures, and governance standards., • Proven ability to identify, assess, and manage legal risks, with escalation where appropriate., • Excellent written and oral communication skills, including client management and the ability to convey complex legal concepts clearly.

Legal Personal Assistant - Energy, Projects & Construction £45,000–£55,000 + benefits | London | Hybrid working (50%) We are working with a highly regarded international law firm who are looking to hire an experienced Legal Personal Assistant to support three Partners within their Energy, Projects & Construction team, supporting work across energy and infrastructure. This is a busy and varied role supporting senior Partners who work at pace and rely heavily on their PA. They are looking for someone organised, proactive and confident who enjoys acting as a true right hand and ensuring everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. One of the Partners is particularly tech-focused, so they are keen to meet someone who is comfortable using modern technology, collaboration tools and AI platforms, and who enjoys helping teams work in smarter and more efficient ways. Responsibilities will include: • Complex diary management and meeting coordination, • Arranging international travel and preparing detailed itineraries, • Billing and expense management, • Client onboarding and compliance processes, • Drafting, formatting and proof-reading documents and correspondence, • Preparing and collating business development and pitch materials, • Maintaining and updating the CRM system, • Liaising with clients and internal stakeholders across the firm, • Delegating tasks to Team Secretaries and administrative apprentices where appropriate They are looking for someone who: • Has solid experience supporting at Partner level, • Ideally comes from a legal background, although professional services backgrounds considered, • Is highly organised and able to manage competing priorities in a busy environment, • Takes a proactive and forward-thinking approach, • Is confident using technology and collaboration tools What’s on offer: • The opportunity to support senior Partners within a respected international law firm, • A busy and varied role within a collaborative and supportive team, • Exposure to complex work within the energy and infrastructure sector, • Hybrid working with a 50% office-based model, • Core hours of 9:30am–5:30pm with flexibility when required Salary is in the region of £45,000–£55,000 depending on experience.

The role Position: Senior HR Business Partner Contract type: Permanent / Full Time Reporting to: HR Director Location: London - Office based 5 days per week Overview of role As Senior HR Business Partner, you will act as a strategic partner and trusted advisor to senior leadership, supporting the HR Director in shaping and executing the people strategy across Zodiac Maritime. This pivotal “number two” role will lead the delivery of key people initiatives, driving organisational change, performance excellence, and employee engagement across an operationally diverse business. You will translate business priorities into practical, people-focused solutions that build capability, strengthen culture, and deliver measurable impact aligned with Zodiac Maritime’s strategic objectives. Key responsibilities and primary deliverables Strategic HR Leadership • Partner with senior leaders to align HR strategies with business objectives, enabling delivery of commercial and operational goals., • Support the HR Director in designing and executing the people strategy, driving engagement, capability, and high performance., • Lead workforce planning and organisational design initiatives to ensure optimal structures, role clarity, and capability for future growth., • Use people analytics and HR metrics to surface insights, track trends, anticipate workforce risks, and measure the ROI of HR initiatives., • Champion and influence cultural and organisational change programmes that enhance agility, efficiency, and alignment with business values. Talent, Learning & Development • Support delivery of the company’s talent and succession strategy, ensuring strong leadership pipelines and capability across key functions., • Partner with leaders to identify and address skill gaps through targeted development and learning programmes., • Drive proactive recruitment and onboarding practices that attract and retain top talent across the global organisation., • Embed a culture of performance, accountability, and continuous development through effective coaching and feedback. Performance Management • Support implementation and continuous improvement of the company’s performance management framework to drive accountability and results., • Work with department heads to align KPIs, objectives, and measures with strategic priorities, fostering a high-performance mindset and ensuring performance outcomes inform talent and reward decisions., • Promote a culture of accountability, feedback, and continuous improvement through clear objectives, meaningful feedback, and ongoing development., • Change & Organisational Effectiveness, • Lead and support organisational change and transformation projects, ensuring clear communication, employee engagement, and business continuity., • Develop and drive strategies that strengthen resilience, adaptability, and a positive change culture., • Coach and equip leaders to effectively lead teams through transition and change. Employee Relations • Provide expert advice and guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring consistency, fairness, and compliance with UK and international employment law., • Lead or support complex ER cases and investigations, balancing risk management with a pragmatic business approach., • Build leadership capability in employee engagement, performance management, and conflict resolution., • Policy Development & Compliance, • Review, develop, and implement HR policies that reflect business culture, evolving legislation, and best practice., • Ensure adherence to employment law, regulatory requirements, and internal governance standards. Skills Profile Relevant experience & education • Significant HR business partnering or senior generalist experience within complex, international organisations (ideally in shipping, logistics, energy, or other asset-intensive sectors)., • Degree in Human Resources, Organisational Psychology, or Business Management is preferred., • Proven track record of designing and delivering strategic people initiatives across talent, performance, organisational design, and change management., • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to translate business priorities into practical, outcome-focused people strategies., • Sound knowledge of UK employment law, with exposure to international employment practices and global HR governance., • High level of data literacy and digital confidence, with experience leveraging HR analytics, technology, and AI-driven insights to inform decisions and optimise people practices., • Demonstrated ability to build credibility and trusted partnerships with senior leaders and line managers, particularly in fast-moving and high-change environments., • Resilient and hands-on approach — comfortable operating strategically while willing to roll up sleeves to see plans through to delivery., • Strong problem-solving, prioritisation, and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects in a lean, agile environment., • Ongoing curiosity and awareness of emerging HR trends including digital transformation, AI in the workplace, and the evolving nature of work. Regrettably, due to the high volume of applications only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

Job Title: Assistant Merchandise Planner - Outlets Department: EMEA Reporting to: Senior Merchandise Planner - Outlets Location: London Role overview: The Assistant Merchandise Planner - Outlets will be based at the Jimmy Choo Head Office in London and will work under the guidance of the Merchandise Planner. The role is responsible specifically for our outlets business across Europe and will work closely with the European Retail Managers. What you’ll do: • Review performance of all EMEA Outlet stores, ensuring stock is optimised within the region and trade actions are followed through on a weekly basis., • Complete the weekly allocation and replenishment review process through the management of templates to optimise each products performance, ensuring the overall markdown stock cover is in line with company targets, • Assist the Merchandise Planner to plan the Outlet store stock requirement and manage the stock intake plan for seasonal end of line stock and Outlet Core (made for outlet) products, • Liaise with the Logistics and Stock Controller for all warehousing needs ensuring stock accuracy is maintained, • Responsible for forecasting the Key Item Planner to propose initial buy quantities and re-orders for Outlet Core products, in line with the Open to buy (OTB) targets, • Own the sizing strategy for all new Outlet orders, • Build the Seasonal stock launch packages and sign off with the merchandise planner and GMM, • Produce weekly Outlet trade reports, analysing store, department and seasonal sales performance and present key findings and actions to the wider team, • Responsible for price management - uploading price changes in SAP in line with the markdown strategy and maintaining the price database, • Conduct Outlet store visits and maintain frequent communication with store managers, carrying out agreed actions to optimise the stock assortment, • Collaborate with VM & Marketing to share information on product launches and key product messages We’d love to see: • Graduate calibre individual, • A proven track record of merchandise planning across European markets for a similar business, ideally (but not necessarily) with a focus on outlets, • Proven track record of increasing turnover and maximising gross profit, • Currently operating as an experienced Allocator / level one Assistant Planner, • To be proactive in terms of finding opportunities to grow the business and be reactive to changes within the markets., • Proven track record of increasing sales turnover., • Advanced level Excel and Microsoft Office, • Italian, French or Spanish speaker would be an advantage, • Demonstrable ability to use initiative and be proactive., • Have a sense of urgency and ability to deal swiftly with changing needs., • Team player with the ability to work on own initiative when required., • Highly organised with an able to multi-task., • Able to cope under pressure and meet the needs of a demanding and ever changing/growing international business. At Capri, we are all responsible for creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We try to inspire change and growth within each other and believe success is a result that comes from our differences. Capri is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusivity regardless of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally-recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law. M/D/F/V — At Capri Holdings Limited, we are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation for the interview or application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at

Executive Assistant Prestigious US Law Firm – Central London £57,000 - £60,000 + Exceptional Benefits | Hybrid Working An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Executive Assistant to join a leading US law firm based in stunning offices in Central London. Supporting a small allocation of senior fee earners, you will be a key part of a high-performing team, providing seamless support in a fast-paced, professional environment. This is a fantastic chance to work at one of the most respected firms in the legal sector, known for its collaborative culture, generous benefits, and long-term career opportunities. What’s on offer: • Competitive salary of up to £60,000, • Amazing benefits including private medical, generous pension, enhanced annual leave, and more, • Hybrid working model (typically 4 days in office), • Brilliant office environment with modern facilities and a friendly, supportive culture, • Work within a tight-knit, high-achieving team with a manageable workload Key Responsibilities: • High-level diary and inbox management for a small team of fee earners, • Organising meetings, coordinating international travel, and preparing itineraries, • Drafting and editing correspondence and legal documentation, • Time entry, billing support, and expense management, • Acting as a gatekeeper and trusted liaison for internal and external stakeholders Ideal Candidate: • Previous experience as a legal EA/PA in a law firm, ideally US or City, • Exceptionally organised with strong attention to detail, • Proactive, discreet, and confident managing multiple priorities with ease, • Professional, personable, and able to build strong working relationships This is a superb opportunity to join a prestigious firm that truly values its people. If you’re looking for a top-tier EA role with work/life balance, a fantastic office, and excellent rewards – this is it. Apply today to find out more!

In-House Recruiter London £35,000–£40,000 + commission Full-time or Part-time considered Are you a proactive recruiter who enjoys finding great talent and building strong relationships? Do you want to play a key role in shaping the growth of a successful recruitment business? Hanson Regan are looking for an In-House Recruiter to help drive our internal hiring strategy and attract top talent to our growing organisation. You’ll join a small but impactful Operations team, partnering closely with hiring managers across the business to manage the end-to-end recruitment process. This role offers the opportunity to take real ownership of hiring while contributing to the continued growth and success of the company. We are open to both full-time and part-time applicants, with working hours that can support individual needs. The role is primarily office-based in Bromley, with some flexibility available. About Hanson Regan Hanson Regan is an International Recruitment Consultancy specialising in IT, SAP and Digital Transformation talent solutions. Since 2006, we have built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality recruitment services to global clients across Europe and beyond. With our head office in Bromley serving both UK and Europe, we partner with leading organisations to provide specialist contract and permanent recruitment solutions. Our success is built on strong relationships, deep market knowledge, and a commitment to delivering exceptional service to both clients and candidates. As our business continues to grow, we are investing in our internal hiring capability to ensure we attract the very best people to join our team. What You’ll Be Doing • Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, from sourcing to onboarding, • Proactively sourcing candidates through job boards, LinkedIn, networking, and referrals, • Screening CVs and conducting initial candidate interviews, • Partnering closely with hiring managers to understand their hiring needs, • Coordinating and supporting interview processes, • Managing the offer stage, including salary discussions where required, • Supporting onboarding activities alongside the HR team, • Building and maintaining talent pipelines for future hiring needs, • Maintaining accurate recruitment records and reporting, • Providing market insights, salary benchmarking, and recruitment trends What We’re Looking For • Proven experience as an In-House Recruiter or similar recruitment role, • Experience managing full-cycle recruitment processes, • Strong knowledge of sourcing strategies and recruitment best practice, • Understanding of employment law and GDPR compliance in recruitment, • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, • Ability to manage multiple vacancies simultaneously, • Strong attention to detail and organisation, • Experience hiring office-based roles is essential. Industry experience is helpful but not required. What We Offer • Salary £35,000–£40,000 dependent on experience + commission, • Full-time or part-time options, • Flexible working arrangements (office based with some flexibility), • 23 days increasing by 1 day a year to a max of 28 days annual leave + bank holidays, • Pension Scheme, • Birthday off, • Private Health Care, • Early finish on a Friday, • Regular team socials, • Supportive and collaborative team environment, • Opportunity to shape internal hiring processes and talent strategy, • Professional development and career progression opportunities

About the Role: We are looking for a dynamic and forward‑thinking Regulatory Counsel / Senior Compliance Officer to help shape the future of our institutional multi‑asset brokerage business. This is a rare opportunity to join ATFX Connect at a pivotal moment of expansion, where your expertise will directly influence the firm’s strategic direction, regulatory integrity, and global growth trajectory. Working closely with the General Counsel and senior leadership, you will build and elevate the legal and regulatory foundations that enable ATFX Connect to innovate, scale, and thrive in an increasingly complex global landscape. If you are energised by the challenge of steering a high‑performance trading business through diverse global regulatory frameworks—and want your work to make a meaningful, measurable impact—this role offers an exceptional platform to do so. The individual will possess a sound understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape in which ATFX Connect operates, as well as a proven track record of providing effective legal and regulatory advice to a variety of stakeholders. Typical work includes providing non-contentious advice on the scope of the UK, EU, Australia, Hong Kong, UAE and other global regulatory perimeters; the application of FSMA, EMIR, MiFID 2, MiCA, and other applicable financial legislation, rules and regulation, as well as the FCA Handbook and other applicable regulators’ rules and principles (including HK SFC, ASIC and ESMA). The individual is responsible for: Regulatory Compliance • Stay abreast of legislative changes and industry trends, advising the executive team on potential impacts., • Assisting the Head of Legal and Compliance and working with the rest of the Legal and Compliance team to ensure the effect implementation of and compliance with all relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards across ATFX Connect., • Advise on legal and regulatory matters related to ATFX Connect entities, jurisdictions, and products and services, including the UK FCA, ESMA, CySEC, ASIC, HK SFC requirements, and relating to FSMA, MiFID and MiFIR regulations, EMIR, etc., • Working with the rest of the Compliance team in implementing and ensuring the effectiveness of the firm’s Compliance Monitoring Framework, including the firm’s controls relating to AML/CTF, CDD, market abuse and surveillance, best execution, conflicts of interest etc. Legal • Assisting the Head of Legal and Compliance with any legal disputes or litigation involving the company., • Collaborate with external legal counsel as needed and represent the company's interests effectively as and when required., • Review, draft, and negotiate a variety of contracts, agreements, and legal documents., • Ensure that contracts align with business objectives and comply with applicable laws and regulations., • Draft, review, and negotiate institutional agreements, client Terms of Business, ISDA documentation, prime brokerage contracts, and liquidity provider arrangements. Governance • Oversee corporate governance matters, including board meetings, corporate filings, and governance policies., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to maintain and enhance corporate governance practices., • Collaborate with risk, compliance, and trading teams to implement and ensure the effectiveness of the ATFX Connect’s risk management framework. Team Leadership • Line management of junior staff of the team and act as the team lead for members of the Compliance team in subject matter expert areas., • Providing guidance and oversight to junior members of the Compliance team in the onboarding processes of clients, ensuring AML/KYC compliance and adherence to regulatory frameworks. Required Skills and Experience Essential Experience • 5–10+ years’ experience in financial services regulation, compliance, or financial markets law, ideally within a brokerage, investment firm, institutional trading venue, or multi‑asset trading business., • Strong background advising on the UK and EU regulatory frameworks, including FSMA, MiFID II/MiFIR, EMIR, MAR, and FCA Handbook requirements., • Demonstrated experience engaging with global regulators, such as the FCA, ESMA, CySEC, ASIC, and the HK SFC., • Experience advising on cross‑border regulatory perimeters, including UK/EU, Australia, Hong Kong, UAE, and other relevant jurisdictions., • Proven track record in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating institutional agreements., • Hands‑on experience supporting or managing aspects of a Compliance Monitoring Programme, including AML/CTF, market abuse monitoring, best execution, and conflicts of interest controls., • Prior involvement in corporate governance, including Board support, policy maintenance, and regulatory reporting., • Experience managing or mentoring junior team members and providing subject‑matter expertise within a Compliance function. Technical Knowledge • Deep understanding of:, • Financial markets and trading infrastructures, especially institutional FX, CFDs, equities, commodities, and prime brokerage., • Regulatory obligations for investment firms, including prudential topics (IFPR/MIFIDPRU beneficial but not mandatory)., • Risk management concepts, including governance, operational risk, market conduct, and regulatory risk., • AML/KYC/CTF frameworks, global onboarding standards, and sanctions screening processes., • Strong legal drafting and analytical skills, with the ability to translate complex regulation into clear, practical guidance., • Working knowledge of contract negotiation, including derivatives documentation and institutional trading agreements. Experience & Capabilities Qualifications: • The ideal candidate will have completed a law degree (LLB or GDL), with at least 1 years’ experience working in a compliance, Anti-Money Laundering and/or legal capacity in financial services/capital markets. Exceptional graduates with strong academics in Law, Economics or Finance will also be considered and are encouraged to apply. Skills and knowledge: • Sound understanding of UK and EU financial services regulation, including EMIR and MiFID 2, as well as understanding of the UK and international financial crime regulatory frameworks., • Ability to demonstrate commercial awareness, • Excellent written communication and drafting skills, • Business proficiency in an additional language (Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French) preferred but not a requisite, • Self-confident, proactive, pragmatic approach to tasks and projects, • Highly enthusiastic and self-motivated and a genuine interest in financial regulation., • The ability work in a team and to interact and build relationships with people at all levels We offer an exciting career opportunity and competitive remuneration to the successful candidate. Please send us your detailed resume with current and expected salary by clicking “Apply Now” All information provided will be treated in strict confidence and used solely for the recruitment purposes.

✨ Executive Assistant / Office Manager 📍 London | 💷 up to £60,000 | Part-time, Permanent An established international law firm specialising in dispute resolution is looking for a proactive, ambitious Executive Assistant / Office Manager to support the Chief Operating Officer and keep their London office running smoothly. This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly organised Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to a legal team of 25, manage complex diaries, travel arrangements, and office operations, while overseeing financial administration. The role requires excellent communication, discretion, and the ability to confidently manage competing priorities. We’re looking for an experienced Executive Assistant with a background supporting C-suite executives or senior management, strong IT skills, and a client-focused, flexible mindset. Must have Legal or Professional Services experience. Please note: this position is 3-days a week P/T, with a salary up to £60k FTE (£36,000 pro rata). If you’re ready to thrive in a dynamic international legal team, I’d love to hear from you! Apply today!

The Firm Our client, a highly regarded international law firm, is seeking an experienced Legal PA to join their London office. The Opportunity The successful candidate will be a highly organised and proactive Legal PA who will provide high-level secretarial and administrative support to Partners within a busy and fast-paced environment. This role requires someone who can anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and build strong relationships with both colleagues and clients. Duties will include: • Managing complex diaries, meetings, travel arrangements and inbox coordination to ensure smooth schedules and effective prioritisation, • Draft and manage correspondence, including emails and documents, • Coordinate comprehensive travel arrangements including booking transport and accommodation, • Support client relationship management, pitches and business development activity, including creating and amending PowerPoint presentations, • Organise document management processes including opening files, drafting retainer letters and managing electronic and physical filing, • Assist with billing processes, liaising with finance teams and preparing relevant documentation and reports, • Proofread documents and conduct quality checks This Legal PA position is a full time, permanent role, working Monday – Friday, 9:30am – 5:30pm. Requirements • Previous Legal PA / Executive Assistant experience within a law firm (essential), • Experience supporting up to Partner level Vacancy Highlights • Hybrid working policy (50/50), • Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme, • Up to 25 days holiday, increasing with service, • Private medical insurance, • Enhanced parental leave and additional flexible benefits

Junior Executive Assistant – Corporate Team Liverpool Street, London Up to £45,000 Hybrid Working Excellent Benefits A highly regarded US law firm based close to Liverpool Street is looking for a proactive and organised Executive Assistant to join their friendly Corporate team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone currently working as a Junior Legal PA, Legal Secretary, or Team Executive who is looking to take the next step in their career within a top-tier international firm. You will be supporting a small group of approachable and friendly fee earners who value their support staff and work collaboratively with their EA. The team has a great reputation internally for being welcoming and supportive, making this a fantastic environment for someone looking to develop their skills and grow within a leading law firm. The Role This is a varied and busy role where you will play an important part in keeping the team running smoothly. Responsibilities will include: • Managing diaries and coordinating meetings, • Arranging travel and itineraries, • Preparing, formatting, and amending legal documents and presentations, • Assisting with billing and administrative tasks, • Liaising with clients and internal departments, • Providing general EA support to the Corporate team About You This role would suit someone who is currently working as a Junior Legal PA, Legal Secretary, or Team Executive and is ready to step up into a more involved EA position. Ideally you will have: • Previous experience supporting professionals within a law firm or professional services environment, • Strong organisational and time management skills, • Excellent attention to detail, • A proactive and positive attitude, • Confidence managing multiple priorities in a busy environment What’s on Offer • Salary up to £45,000, • Hybrid working, • Excellent benefits package, • A genuinely friendly and supportive team environment, • The opportunity to build your career within a prestigious US law firm If you’re looking to take the next step in your career and join a firm where your contribution is valued, I’d love to hear from you.

I’m currently working with a leading international law firm seeking an experienced Restructuring & Insolvency Lawyer (5+ PQE) who is immediately available for a short-term assignment. This opportunity would suit a private practice trained lawyer with strong restructuring experience who can quickly integrate into a busy team and support on a range of complex matters. The Role You will work alongside a well-established restructuring team advising a broad range of stakeholders on both contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters. Key responsibilities include: • Advising on complex restructuring strategies and insolvency procedures, • Supporting matters involving security enforcement and officeholder appointments, • Assisting with contentious and non-contentious insolvency matters, • Drafting and negotiating restructuring and insolvency documentation, • Supporting on litigation processes relating to insolvency disputes, • Assisting with cross-border restructuring work, • Collaborating within a multi-disciplinary legal team Candidate Profile • 5+ years’ PQE gained within private practice at a recognised law firm, • Strong experience in restructuring and insolvency matters, • Exposure to security enforcement, restructuring strategies, and insolvency procedures, • Experience across contentious and advisory restructuring work, • Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills, • Strong client-handling ability and commercial awareness, • Strong academic background, • Immediately available

Our client, a highly ranked and well-regarded City law firm, is currently looking to hire an associate into their Employment team. This law firm has a wealth experience across a breadth of practice areas with a market-leading reputation for international expertise in several of these areas. Their focus is on providing an exceptional quality of service to their clients whilst supporting their people in achieving professional fulfilment. The growing, market-leading team has a sizeable London base and collaborates closely with their range of employer clients to provide them with solutions-focused advice. The friendly lawyers cover all areas of Employment-related legal advice including redundancy and TUPE processes, business immigration, and contracts and handbooks. They also provide contentious advice, aid in carrying out workplace investigations, prepare for litigation in the ET and HC, and collaborate with other teams to provide cross-departmental support. A new hire can expect to be heavily involved in a variety of matters with a focus on contentious and advisory work. This person should have an outstanding academic record, experience of providing employment law advice within a well-established team, and an ability to demonstrate proactivity in a proficient matter. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Alice - 07897 069031 or email

The London office of this elite global law firm seeks a mid-level associate specialising in trade sanctions and export control. The team advises on the spectrum of trade compliance areas that also includes export control, trade remedies, foreign investment rules and anti-bribery. The successful candidate can expect a top-of-market salary as part of a busy team. Applicants need a minimum of one year's PQE in some or all of the above areas, gained at a leading City or international law firm as a permanent associate. Apply ASAP.

Hours: Full-time Experience: Minimum 3 years experience in a law firm or chambers role. Pay Level: Starting salary £30,000.00 plus bonus Chancery Court Tax Chambers is seeking to appoint a Paralegal with minimum 3 years experience to join the expanding team in our leading boutique tax and wealth structuring chambers. This is an exciting opportunity for an outstanding candidate to join one of the UK's most specialist and cutting-edge international tax and wealth structuring legal chambers. Our clients include high and ultra-high net worth individuals and business owners, banks, trustees and trust companies, funds and entrepreneurs of all kind. You will have experience in handling large quantities of data, indexing, filing and managing accordingly.You will have experience in carrying out systematic tasks such as formatting and low level drafting, such as inserting parties details and signature blocks. You will be willing to assist senior members if our team with administrative tasks. You will be highly-intelligent with excellent people skills and highly-motivated, capable of working on your own initiative and have excellent analytical skills. You will have an excellent memory and be able to speak and write to a highly articulate standard. You will not be expected to have any tax law knowledge to start. You will have a very good knowledge of key legal concepts such as trust and contract law to a very high undergraduate standard, and will be a fast learner, able to pick up and retain information and knowledge. In the role you will work as part of an elite team in all areas of Chambers work, including corporate and wealth structuring, tax, trust, partnerships, employment and contract law. You will gain exposure to complex high value frauds, commercial and tax disputes. You will experience complex high value work and will learn highly valuable transferable skills and knowledge. Pay, after completion of probation, is between £33,000 - £42,000 (depending on performance). We also operate a bonus system. To apply please send your CV and a cover detailing your paralegal experience over the past 3 years. Applications without cover letters will not be considered. Please email

Corporate Solicitor An established UK law firm with a strong national presence is seeking a Corporate Senior Associate to join its high-performing Corporate & Commercial team in London. This is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious corporate lawyer to take a leading role within a busy, friendly, and highly collegiate department handling high-quality work across a broad client base. The Opportunity This firm is known for advising a diverse range of UK and international clients, including: • Fast‑growth start-ups and scale-ups, • SMEs and privately owned businesses, • Institutional and private equity-backed companies, • Listed companies and global organisations The team operates across all sectors, handling both transactional and advisory corporate matters. Many of the lawyers have joined from major City firms, attracted by the combination of top-tier work and a culture that champions collaboration, autonomy, and genuine career progression. This position is ideal for someone eager to progress rapidly within a firm that invests heavily in its people and offers exposure to some of the most prominent deals in the market. Work Highlights You will work across the full spectrum of corporate matters, including: • Private company M&A, • Private equity transactions, MBOs and MBIs, • Joint ventures and shareholders’ agreements, • Articles of association and general company law matters, • Group reorganisations, demergers, and reconstructions, • Commercial lending and security, including business financing/refinancing About You The team is looking for a driven and technically strong lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced but supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have: • 3+ years PQE from a recognised corporate practice, • Strong experience across the full life cycle of corporate transactions, • A solid academic background (2:1 or above preferred), • The confidence to run transactions and build client relationships Why Apply? • High-quality corporate work comparable to City firms, • A friendly, inclusive, and entrepreneurial culture, • Clear routes to progression within a growing national practice, • Opportunity to be part of a close-knit but sizeable corporate team, • Exposure to a varied portfolio of exciting and complex transactions

TMT Associate (Telecoms Specialist) 2–4 PQE - City of London The Opportunity An award winning global law firm is looking to hire a 2–4 PQE Associate to join its established London TMT practice, working within a team that is particularly well known for its work across the telecommunications sector. The practice advises a broad range of telecoms and digital infrastructure clients including network operators, communications providers, investors and public bodies. The work regularly involves complex regulatory questions as well as commercial arrangements that sit behind major communications infrastructure and technology projects. Matters frequently have an international dimension and can involve advising on issues such as telecoms licensing regimes, regulatory compliance, network arrangements, infrastructure deployment and wider communications law issues affecting telecoms operators and technology platforms. The role offers the chance to work closely with a highly respected telecoms specialist who has been involved in a number of significant sector projects and regulatory developments. It is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level associate who wants to deepen their specialism within telecoms and develop a strong profile in this area of the market. The Candidate You will be a 2–4 PQE Associate currently and telecommunications experience is essential. Candidates should already have exposure to telecoms regulatory work and/or commercial matters involving communications infrastructure, telecoms operators or digital connectivity projects. Strong academics, good technical ability and a genuine interest in the telecoms sector will be important. This opportunity will particularly appeal to lawyers who want to build a long-term career focused on telecommunications within a highly regarded international practice. No need to send a CV. To organise an informal, confidential chat to discuss the role please reach out to Sarah Beard at Track Legal via LinkedIn.

Commercial Counsel 5PQE+ – Global Gaming / Entertainment Business We’re working with a high-growth, global gaming and betting company undergoing an exciting phase of expansion. This is a rare opportunity to join a scaling international business with a strong market presence and ambitious growth plans. You’ll be joining a dynamic, forward-thinking legal team, working closely with the business on high-impact, commercially driven work across multiple jurisdictions. The Opportunity This role offers the chance to step into a broad, hands-on in-house position, partnering directly with key stakeholders and contributing to fast-moving, strategic projects. It’s an ideal move for someone looking to transition in-house or step up into a more influential, business-facing role within the entertainment, gaming, and digital space. Key Responsibilities • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including:, • Supplier and service contracts, • Marketing, sponsorship, and partnership agreements, • Technology, SaaS, and platform-related contracts, • Data protection and privacy-related agreements, • Advise on customer-facing terms and digital products, • Partner closely with teams across marketing, tech, and compliance, • Support on regulatory and consumer law matters, • Assist with strategic projects, including potential M&A activity, • Help drive improvements in legal processes and contract management About You • 5+ PQE (England & Wales qualified) — although we will consider strong candidates outside of this range, • Strong background in commercial contracts from private practice, • Commercially minded with a proactive, solutions-focused approach, • Confident working in a fast-paced, evolving environment, • Interest in the entertainment, gaming, or digital sector is a plus Why This Role? • Rare opportunity to join a growing, international business at a key stage, • Work closely with a high-performing and collaborative team, • Exposure to varied, high-impact work across entertainment and digital markets, • A role where you can genuinely shape and influence the business If you’re looking for a role where you can make a real impact while working on exciting, fast-paced commercial matters, I’d love to speak. 📧 Send your CV to 💡 We also offer a generous referral bonus for successful introductions. We also offer a generous referral bonus.