Capital Markets Associate (UK-Qualified)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm in London seeks to hire a UK-qualified Capital Markets Associate with 2-4 years of PQE. This role offers the chance to work on high-profile transactions and develop expertise in both UK and US regulatory practices within a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Strong partner access

Mentorship and collaboration opportunities

Variety of work in high-profile transactions

Qualifications

• 2–4 years' PQE with strong UK capital markets experience is crucial.
• Must have ECM experience and interest in debt capital markets.
• Strong academic background and collaborative mindset required.

Responsibilities

• Work on UK equity capital markets transactions.
• Handle cross-border transactions with UK and US regulatory aspects.
• Engage in a mix of equity and debt work.

Skills

UK Capital Markets Experience

ECM Experience

Debt Capital Markets Knowledge

Collaborative Mindset

Education

Qualified in England & Wales

Strong Academic Background

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Posted:

16.06.2025

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31.07.2025

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Job Description:

UK-Qualified Capital Markets Associate – Leading US Firm in London - 2–4 PQE

A top-tier US law firm in London is looking to hire a UK-qualified Capital Markets Associate (2–4 PQE) to join its high-profile team.

This is a rare opportunity to join a globally integrated capital markets practice that advises on both UK/European and US securities law matters, across equity and debt transactions.

What You’ll Be Working On:

• UK equity capital markets transactions
• Cross-border transactions with both UK and US regulatory aspects (e.g. 144A/SEC-registered offerings)
• A mix of equity and debt work, including opportunities to gain experience in investment grade and high yield deals
• International matters involving issuers across Europe, the US, and emerging markets

The Ideal Candidate:

• 2–4 years' PQE with strong UK capital markets experience
• Must have ECM experience
• Interested in broadening into debt capital markets and international deals
• Strong academic background and collaborative mindset
• England & Wales Qualified

Why This Team?

• High-profile, complex transactions at the forefront of the London market
• A tight-knit, long-standing team of capital markets lawyers known for mentoring and collaboration
• Real variety of work and genuine opportunity to develop both UK and US regulatory expertise

This is an excellent opportunity for a UK-qualified capital markets associate looking to take the next step in a globally recognised practice, with strong partner access and a track record of associate development.

Please contact Eilidh Sproul at Montalt Partners for more information.