Corporate Counsel

Company: Major, Lindsey & Africa
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Location: London
Job Description:

Senior Legal Counsel (Corporate) | London

An exciting opportunity for an experienced corporate lawyer to join a high-growth, international business at a pivotal stage of its journey.

As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will play a key role advising on complex, high-value corporate matters including M&A, equity and debt financings, strategic investments, corporate governance, treasury, ESG, and other business-critical initiatives. Working closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, you’ll provide commercially focused legal advice that enables growth while managing risk.

What you’ll be doing:

  • Leading strategic corporate transactions including M&A, investments and financing projects
  • Advising on corporate governance, treasury, investor relations, restructurings and ESG matters
  • Partnering with senior business leaders to deliver practical, solutions-focused legal advice
  • Managing external counsel and supporting legal process improvements
  • Contributing to the development of a collaborative, high-performing legal function

What we’re looking for:

  • UK, US or other common law qualified lawyer
  • Around 6+ years’ PQE with strong corporate/M&A experience
  • Background in a leading law firm and/or in-house legal team
  • Excellent commercial judgement and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and take ownership of complex projects

This is a fantastic opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys working at pace, influencing key business decisions, and helping shape the future of a growing global organisation.

Posted: September 17th, 2026