Private Equity Partner

The client keeps this search open for the right book, not to a published deadline. Approaches are welcome at any point in your own timeline.

An elite international law firm is seeking a distinguished partner to join its Private Equity practice in Paris. This senior lateral hire will leverage a strong portable book of business and deep client relationships to drive the firm's continued growth and expansion in the French and European markets.

The ideal candidate will bring a successful track record in private equity transactions, a robust network of institutional and financial sponsor clients, and a collaborative, entrepreneurial approach. Joining a meritocratic, high-performance platform with a steep economic trajectory and significant global resources, the successful partner will have the opportunity to build and lead a market-leading practice.

• Role: Partner-level for private equity practice.
• Location: Paris, France.
• Profile: Lateral partner with a portable practice and demonstrated ability to cross-sell and unlock value for existing and new clients.
• Firm context: A single worldwide partnership with a strong commitment to organic and lateral growth, recognized as one of the most profitable firms in the industry.

• Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
• Significant experience in private equity transactions, representing sponsors, funds, and portfolio companies.
• Established relationships with financial sponsors, institutional investors, and corporate clients in France and internationally.
• A track record of developing and cross-selling a broad range of corporate and transactional services.
• Excellent academic credentials and a strong reputation in the legal market.
• Ability to thrive in a meritocratic, high-performance culture.

If the fit is not obvious on paper, a conversation is still worth having — the specification tends to follow the practice.