Corporate M&A / Private Equity Associate | 3-5 PQE | LONDON
Star Anise LimitedLondon, England, United Kingdom
Posted January 6, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Star Anise Limited specializes in legal and compliance recruitment, placing candidates across law firms, financial institutions, and corporate governance roles in major Asian financial hubs and London. The firm’s core focus spans lateral partner and in‑house legal hires, compliance specialists, forensic accountants, and senior back‑office leadership such as COOs and CFOs. With founders who are seasoned lawyers boasting over 30 years of combined industry experience, Star Anise delivers tailored, pragmatic talent solutions built on deep client and candidate insight. Their partnership‑driven approach and commitment to high professional standards set them apart as a trusted adviser in the recruitment landscape.
Job Description
Join a prestigious, award-winning international law firm as a Corporate M&A/Private Equity Associate in London. Advise private equity and asset management firms, corporates, and financial services companies on investment and M&A transactions. Collaborate with a diverse and supportive team and benefit from continuous learning opportunities.
Requirements
- 3-5 years of PQE in corporate M&A/private equity law
- Right to Work in the UK
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English
- Strong background in advising on complex transactions and providing practical, commercial legal solutions