NQ Salary
~£175,000
TC Salary
~£55,000 / £60,000 (year 1 / year 2)
Annual Intake
~14 per year (London)
Seats
4 seats
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Goodwin is one of the fastest-growing elite US firms in London, with particular strength in private equity, technology, life sciences and financial services. The firm has a distinct focus on the innovation economy — advising venture capital funds, growth equity sponsors, and high-growth technology companies alongside traditional PE sponsors.
Culture & Values
Goodwin has an entrepreneurial, forward-thinking culture that reflects its focus on innovation-economy clients. The London office has grown rapidly and has a start-up energy combined with institutional rigour. Trainees describe a collaborative environment where creativity and initiative are genuinely valued, and the firm invests heavily in technology-enhanced working.
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