Senior Associate

Robert Walters is a global, specialist professional recruitment consultancy. "Our story begins in 1985, when our CEO, Robert Walters, opened the first office in Central London. Rob has led the company ever since and has the same passion and commitment today. Over the last 30 years the business has grown and so has our ambition. We now operate across 27 countries and employ over 3,000 people. It’s a powerful success story built on the strength of our people. Organizations rely on us to find high quality professionals for a range of specialist roles. Professionals who are looking for a new role, whether it’s on a permanent, interim or contract basis, trust us to find them their ideal job. I believe that Robert Walters is something special. But I and others in the company never forget that the most important person to us is you - whether you’re a hiring manager or a job seeker." Giles Daubeney, Deputy CEO, Robert WaltersAbout the Role The successful applicant will work principally on multi-step transactions and corporate restructures, commercial contracts, and shareholding arrangements. Typical work includes share sales and subscriptions, share buy-backs, sale of business transactions, joint ventures, shareholders' agreements, and the corporate authorisations and regulatory filings that go with them. Minimum Requirements Admitted Attorney in good standing with the LPC, with at least 2 years' relevant post-qualification experience. Good working knowledge of company law, with the ability to draft corporate documents for commercial transactions to a high standard. Genuine interest and curiosity in corporate transactions, company legislation and related fields. Conscientious , detail-oriented and accurate. Strong technical ability and drafting to the highest standards, with a clear and precise communication style. Excellent in deal execution, with a practical and outcome-based approach to work. Able to see matters through to successful completion, working both independently and as part of a team. Relatable, motivated and a self-starter; able to work under pressure when matters demand it. Beneficial qualifications, experience or skills Additional or complementary qualifications (e.g. LLM, HDip Tax). Experience in undertaking legal due diligence investigations. Exposure to private equity or venture capital transactions.