Corporate and M&A Recruitment
Corporate and M&A lawyers remain at the heart of law firm growth. Benedict Holding recruits corporate solicitors from newly qualified to partner for firms in London, across the UK, in Dubai and in offshore centres, as well as for in-house legal teams.
Our corporate work currently covers M&A, private equity, corporate tax and transactional roles, including remote and hybrid positions.
For corporate lawyers
Two corporate associates with the same PQE can have very different experience. Deal size, sector, the balance of public and private work and the level of responsibility you have held all shape how firms will see you. We take time to understand your deal history so we can present you accurately and point you towards firms that will develop the practice you want.
- Private M&A, private equity, ECM, joint ventures and general corporate roles.
- Opportunities in the City, regional centres, Dubai and offshore jurisdictions.
- Clear advice on partnership prospects and progression.
- A confidential process from first call to offer.
For firms hiring corporate lawyers
Corporate teams compete hard for associates with strong deal experience. We help you present an opportunity that stands out, reach lawyers who are not on the open market and run a process that respects their time and yours.
For partner and senior hires, we handle approaches with the discretion they require and help you assess the practice and client relationships a candidate would bring.
Corporate roles beyond London
Many of the strongest corporate opportunities are outside the City. Firms in the South East, the Thames Valley and regional centres increasingly run mid market deals that rival London work, often with better work life balance. Our Dubai and offshore roles add an international dimension.
What firms look for at each level
At junior level, firms look for sound technical training, careful drafting and exposure to a range of deals. By senior associate level, they want lawyers who can run transactions day to day, supervise juniors and manage client relationships. At partner level, the focus moves to the practice you lead, the clients you advise and how you would complement the existing team.
We will tell you honestly how your experience maps against those expectations, and where a move could accelerate your progression.
How we work
Every conversation with Benedict Holding starts with listening. For lawyers, that means understanding your practice, your priorities and your timing before we suggest anything. For firms, it means a proper briefing on the role, the team and the culture before we approach a single candidate.
We work with discretion at every stage. Candidates can register through our Next Move form and choose to stay anonymous, and we never share a CV with a firm without explicit permission. Firms can contact us in confidence to discuss a hire, including sensitive replacement or partner appointments.
Explore further
Browse current corporate vacancies, or see our pages on banking and finance, employment and real estate, three practices that work closely with corporate teams.
Frequently asked questions
Do you recruit corporate lawyers outside London?
Yes. We work with firms across the UK and internationally, including the South East, the Thames Valley, Dubai and offshore centres.
Are remote corporate roles available?
Some firms offer remote or largely remote corporate roles. We will tell you which opportunities offer genuine flexibility.
Can you help with partner moves?
Yes. We handle partner and senior hires with full discretion, including moves where clients may follow.
Do you recruit corporate tax lawyers?
Yes. Corporate and transactional tax roles form part of our corporate work.
Considering your next move?
Start with a confidential conversation. A CV is optional, and you can register anonymously.
Explore your next movePlanning a hire?
Share your brief and we will come back with a considered view of the market.
Speak to Benedict Holding