DCM Lawyer (US Firm) 1-4 PQE

Vasto Legal Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 185,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm in London is seeking a Debt Capital Markets Associate with 1–4 PQE. The position involves advising on diverse debt instruments and complex transactions, offering excellent development opportunities in a supportive environment. Candidates should have experience in debt capital markets and a solutions-focused approach. Competitive salary and bonus structure included.

Qualifications

• Experience in debt capital markets or a related finance discipline.
• Interest in working with a diverse mix of international clients and deal types.
• Strong technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a wide variety of debt instruments.
• Work alongside senior lawyers on complex cross-border transactions.
• Develop technical skills while working on high-value mandates.

Skills

Debt capital markets experience

Strong technical skills

Commercial, solutions-focused approach

Education

1–4 PQE

Job description

Debt Capital Markets Associate (1–4 PQE) – London

We’re supporting a leading US law firm with the hire of an Associate into its debt capital markets team in London. The practice is busy, well-integrated, and works with a broad range of major financial institutions, corporates, and investors on complex cross-border transactions.

The team advises on a wide variety of debt instruments, from established structures through to more innovative financing solutions, often involving multi-jurisdictional execution. You’ll work alongside senior lawyers with deep market experience, gaining exposure to premium matters and benefiting from a supportive environment with a clear path for progression.

The firm has a strong reputation in capital markets work, and this position offers the chance to develop technical skills while working on high-value mandates for a truly global client base.

What they’re looking for:

• 1–4 PQE with experience in debt capital markets or a related finance discipline
• Interest in working with a diverse mix of international clients and deal types
• Strong technical skills with a commercial, solutions-focused approach

Salary: £185,000 – £240,000 + bonus

Knowing the team and firm well, we can offer excellent insight and would welcome a confidential conversation for you to learn more.

For more information, please contact George Sanderson ([e-mail] | 07936 132233) or Joe Kersey ([e-mail] | 07510 707909)