Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Lawyer – UK Experience Preferred

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Lawyer – UK Experience Job Description We are seeking an experienced Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Lawyer with 4+ years of post-qualification experience and a strong background in advising on mergers, acquisitions, corporate restructures, joint ventures, and private equity transactions. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working within the UK legal framework, either through professional practice or formal legal education. This role involves supporting international clients on a broad range of corporate transactions, conducting legal due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents, and providing commercially focused legal advice throughout the deal lifecycle. Responsibilities - Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, disposals, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions. - Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including Share Purchase Agreements (SPAs), Asset Purchase Agreements (APAs), Shareholders' Agreements, Disclosure Letters, and ancillary agreements. - Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence and prepare due diligence reports. - Coordinate transaction closings and manage completion processes. - Advise on corporate governance matters and post-completion obligations. - Liaise with clients, counterparties, financial advisers, and other external stakeholders throughout transactions. - Conduct legal research on UK corporate and commercial law and monitor regulatory developments affecting M&A transactions. - Support senior lawyers and clients in managing multiple transactions simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Law (LLB or equivalent) and admission to practice in a recognized jurisdiction. - 4+ years of post-qualification experience in Corporate/M&A law. - Demonstrated experience advising on UK M&A transactions and corporate matters. - Strong understanding of UK Companies Act 2006, corporate governance principles, and transaction processes. - Experience drafting and negotiating corporate transaction documents, including SPAs, APAs, Shareholders' Agreements, and Disclosure Letters. - Excellent legal drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills. - Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced, remote working environment. - Experience working with international or cross-border transactions is highly desirable. Benefits - Opportunity for 100% remote work. - Competitive GBP compensation package. - Exposure to high-value UK and international corporate transactions. - Access to ongoing professional development and legal research resources. - Collaborative and supportive international legal team. Department Legal Locations India, Manila Remote status Fully Remote Employment type Part-time About Teams Squared This is more than work, it’s making a difference. Something impactful. Something that leaves a mark. We're opening pathways to kickstart your offshore careers through remote job opportunities. Welcome to Teams Squared!