2-6 PQE Leveraged Finance Associate

Rutherford; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Leveraged Finance Associate to join their dynamic banking team. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile, cross-border financing structures for prestigious clients, including banks and private equity sponsors. As an associate, you'll document and negotiate complex debt facilities while collaborating with experienced lawyers and maintaining strong client relationships. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment that values professional growth and excellence in service delivery.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of PQE in leveraged finance at a top-tier law firm.
• Proven track record in complex, cross-border financing.

Responsibilities

• Advise on leveraged finance transactions, focusing on lenders and sponsors.
• Document and negotiate leveraged finance debt facilities.

Skills

Communication Skills

Negotiation Skills

Project Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer in England & Wales

Strong Academic Background

Job description

Our client, a top-tier US law firm, is seeking a 2-6 PQE Leveraged Finance Associate to join their high-performing, cohesive banking team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex, cross-border financing structures for top-tier clients, including banks, debt funds, and private equity sponsors. Known for its market-leading banking team, the firm provides a supportive and dynamic culture where associates can thrive and develop their skills.

Position Overview

As a Leveraged Finance Associate, you will play a key role in advising banks, financial institutions, debt funds, alternative lenders, and private equity sponsors on complex, cross-border financing structures. You will be responsible for documenting and negotiating a range of leveraged finance debt facilities, working closely with senior lawyers and partners to deliver exceptional service to clients.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a variety of leveraged finance transactions, focusing on representing lenders and sponsors
• Document and negotiate a range of leveraged finance debt facilities
• Manage and coordinate the legal aspects of transactions, ensuring timely and efficient completion
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, corporate, and real estate departments
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, demonstrating a deep understanding of their needs and objectives

Requirements

• England & Wales qualified lawyer with 2-6 years of post-qualification experience in leveraged finance work at a top-tier law firm
• Strong academic background
• Proven track record in advising on complex, cross-border financing structures
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and project management skills

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Rebecca Collins.

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Job ID: AP0007

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