Acquisition Finance Associate

Hunter Savage; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Solicitor to join their prestigious team in London. This role offers a clear path to progression and the opportunity to work on sophisticated cross-border transactions for high-profile clients. The firm is renowned for its exceptional work in financial services and boasts a collaborative culture. You'll be advising on complex finance matters, managing client relationships, and supporting business development initiatives. If you're a talented solicitor with a passion for finance, this is a fantastic opportunity to elevate your career in a top-tier law firm.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Performance-Based Bonus

Hybrid Working Flexibility

Collaborative Culture

Qualifications

• 4+ years' PQE with strong experience in leveraged finance.
• Previous experience in a well-regarded City or international firm.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex, high-value finance matters focused on leveraged finance.
• Collaborate across departments for multi-disciplinary deals.

Skills

Leveraged Finance

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Drafting Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Finance Solicitor – Top Tier Firm – London

We are hiring for our client, a prestigious top-tier law firm, seeking to appoint a Finance Solicitor to join their highly regarded and expanding Financial Services team in London. This is an outstanding opportunity for a talented individual with strong leveraged finance experience who is looking to take the next step in their legal career with a clear path to progression.

The firm is known for its exceptional work in financial services and real estate finance, with a highly collegiate and forward-thinking culture. This position offers the chance to work on sophisticated cross-border transactions for high-profile clients, in a team that is continuing to grow due to increased client demand.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Path to Progression
2. Premium Work
3. Top Tier Law Firm

The Role:

• Advise on a broad range of complex, high-value finance matters with a particular focus on leveraged and acquisition finance
• Work with private equity sponsors, financial institutions, and real estate investors on UK and cross-border transactions
• Support senior team members in business development initiatives and the growth of the financial services practice
• Collaborate across departments including tax, funds, and corporate for multi-disciplinary deals

The Person:

• Qualified solicitor with 4+ years' PQE and strong experience in leveraged finance
• Previous experience in a well-regarded City, US, or international firm
• Confident managing client relationships and taking on responsibility in transactions
• Team-oriented with excellent communication and drafting skills

The Rewards:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
• Clear and structured progression pathway
• Hybrid working flexibility
• Collaborative, inclusive culture within a highly ranked team
• Exposure to cutting-edge work and high-profile deals

Next Steps
For further information, and to apply for this Finance Solicitor role, please contact Emma Zacharopoulou. Visit our website for a full list of legal opportunities.