Professional Support Lawyer (PSL) – Corporate M&A / Private Equity

12‑month FTC | Elite US Law Firm (London) | April/May Start | Maternity Cover

Our client, a leading tier‑one US law firm in the City is seeking an experienced Corporate M&A / Private Equity PSL to join its market‑leading practice on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a rare opportunity to join one of the most prestigious and high‑performing PE/M&A teams in London, supporting a sophisticated knowledge function at the top end of the market.

You will join an impressive PSL team, plus an additional specialist responsible for the firm’s proprietary global M&A/PE database. The incoming hire will benefit from a planned handover period, with the role commencing in April or May.

The Role

As PSL within the London Private Equity / M&A group, you will work closely with the Knowledge Management leadership to drive the full spectrum of the team’s KM strategy, including:

• Knowhow management – collating, curating and disseminating high‑value content across the group.
• Precedent development – updating and enhancing model documents to reflect best‑in‑class market practice and technological advancements.
• Current awareness – monitoring legal and regulatory developments, issuing digestible updates, and maintaining core technical resources.
• Training & development – contributing to the PE/M&A training programme, including materials updates, delivery of internal sessions (including the trainee programme), and involvement in client‑facing presentations and decks.
• Technical support – providing fee‑earners with clear, authoritative guidance on complex corporate/M&A and private equity queries.

This is a highly visible role at the heart of a globally recognised Corporate practice, offering exposure to cutting‑edge transactional trends and knowledge innovation.

About You:

• A UK‑qualified solicitor, ideally 5+ years’ PQE, from a leading City, global, or strong regional corporate practice.
• A solid grounding in Private Equity and/or Private M&A.
• Strong technical excellence, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to distil complex concepts with clarity.
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach.
• Prior PSL experience is welcome but not essential-this role is equally suitable for a current fee‑earner or in‑house lawyer seeking their first move into a KM/PSL position within a top‑tier transactional team.
• Availability to work ideally 5 days per week on a hybrid basis 4 days a week in the office.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to join an elite, tier‑one US PE/M&A platform.
• Work in a high‑calibre knowledge team with strong partner engagement.
• Exposure to cutting‑edge deal trends at the very top of the global market.
• Competitive US‑firm compensation and an exceptionally sophisticated environment.