Banking & Finance (Fund Finance/Structured Finance background) Associate 2-5 PQE

Vasto Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 160,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent independent law firm in London is seeking a Banking & Finance Lawyer with 2-5 years of post-qualification experience to join their highly regarded practice. The role involves advising on a range of complex financing transactions, providing exceptional support in a collaborative environment. A strong background in general corporate lending or structured finance is desired. The firm offers a competitive salary package between £160,000-£190,000, with career progression and a friendly culture.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of post-qualification experience in banking and finance law.
• Strong background in general corporate lending, acquisition finance, or structured finance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legally sound advice on financing work including corporate lending and structured finance.
• Work collaboratively with corporate, funds, and tax practices.

Job description

Banking & Finance Lawyer (2-5 PQE) London

We’re working with a leading independent law firm on an opportunity within their highly regarded Banking & Finance practice in London. The team advises banks, credit funds, sponsors and corporates on a broad mix of financing work, including general corporate lending, acquisition and leveraged financings, and a strong flow of fund finance matters such as subscription, NAV and hybrid facilities. They also handle structured finance transactions, spanning securitisations, warehouse lines and other bespoke lending solutions. The work is often complex and cross-border, delivered in close collaboration with the firm’s corporate, funds and tax practices to provide commercially focused financing support. With an excellent level of Partner involvement across deals, the environment is known for its quality of work and collaborative culture, training and development too.

What’s on offer:

• Salary £160,000-£190,000
• High-quality, broad banking and finance work
• A background in either broad finance, or fund finance or structured finance, in particular, would be desired
• Excellent Partner access and training
• Friendly, down-to-earth culture with realistic hours expectation
• Progression and long-term development opportunities

We’ve recently placed into this team and can give detailed insight into culture, expectations, and progression.

For a confidential chat, contact: George Sanderson [e-mail] | 07936 132 233