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. Job Ad – Junior Lawyer (Private Practice to In-House Transition)

Title: Junior Legal Counsel – PE-Backed Business (IPO Preparation)

Location: Hybrid -London UK-based

Contract: 10–12 Month FTC (strong potential to extend)

Overview:

Are you a motivated and ambitious lawyer looking to make your first move in-house? This is a rare opportunity to join a high-growth, PE-backed business gearing up for an exciting IPO. You’ll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of legal work while supporting three high-profile consumer brands.

We’re looking for someone with a corporate, commercial litigation, or tech/IP background from a well-regarded firm who’s ready to hit the ground running in a fast-paced, high-performance environment.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Advising on general commercial contracts and technology agreements
Assisting with M&A and preparing the business for exit
Handling partnership agreements and co-sec responsibilities
Supporting IP and dispute matters directly with the team
Collaborating with stakeholders across the group’s three consumer-facing brands

About You:

0–4 years PQE from a top-tier or well-regarded firm
Background in corporate, litigation, IP, or tech law
Proactive self-starter who thrives in a PE-backed, fast-moving setting
Strong work ethic with a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in
Comfortable working remotely or in a hybrid model

Why This Role?

Excellent exposure to IPO readiness and private equity strategy
Broad, varied workload with high visibility
Tight-knit legal team doing high-calibre work internally
Real chance for the contract to convert into a long-term role

Seniority level

Seniority level
Associate

Employment type

Employment type
Contract

Job function

Job function
Other and General Business
Industries
Consumer Services

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