Private Equity NQ, Elite US Firm - March 2026

Non-Billable; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm in London is seeking Newly Qualified (NQ) lawyers interested in Private Equity roles. The ideal candidates will have exceptional academics, training from a reputable firm, and a transactional seat experience in PE or related areas. This role promises top-of-market compensation and the chance to work with influential partners in the industry. An interest in building a career at a US firm is essential.

Qualifications

• Final-seat trainees with exceptional academics.
• Experience in a transactional seat (PE, LevFin, Infra Finance).
• Drive, resilience, and a long-term interest in US-firm career progression.

Responsibilities

• Join high-demand transactional teams at top-tier US firms.
• Work alongside respected partners and gain lean-team deal exposure.

Skills

Exceptional academics

Outstanding drafting skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Drive and resilience

Education

Training from a leading UK or international firm

Job description

Private Equity NQ, Elite US Firm - March 2026

Location: London, United Kingdom

Practice Area: Private Equity

Job Description

About the role

Looking to qualify into a top-tier US platform? MAP Legal is instructed by leading US law firms in London seeking to hire March 2026 NQs across high-demand transactional teams.

These positions offer top-of-market compensation, lean-team deal exposure, and the chance to work alongside some of the most respected partners in the City.

We’re looking for final-seat trainees with:

• Exceptional academics
• Training from a leading UK or international firm
• Experience in a transactional seat (PE, LevFin, Infra Finance)
• Outstanding drafting, analytical and communication skills
• Drive, resilience, and a long-term interest in US-firm career progression

Available Practice Groups:

• Private Equity
• Leveraged Finance
• Infrastructure Finance

Get in touch

To discuss these Newly Qualified opportunities, please contact Matthew Porter at MAP Legal.

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