Interim Finance Lawyer

SSQ; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is searching for a junior to mid-level Associate to join its London Banking & Finance team on a fixed term contract. This role involves advising on various finance matters, offering the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across complex transactions. Ideal candidates will be newly qualified up to 4 years’ PQE with experience in banking and finance transactions.

Qualifications

• Experience in banking and finance transactions, ideally across multiple product areas.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of finance matters, including acquisition finance, direct lending, and leveraged finance.

Skills

Strong drafting and communication skills

Team-focused

Adaptable

Commercially minded

Education

Newly qualified up to 4 years’ PQE

Job description

Consultant at SSQ: The Legal Search Consultancy

Associate NQ - 4PQE – Banking & Finance (FTC)

A leading international law firm is looking to hire a junior to mid-level Associate into its London Banking & Finance team on a fixed term contract basis. The contract is expected to run for around 12 months.

The Role

The position will involve advising on a broad range of finance matters, with particular exposure to areas such as:

• Acquisition finance
• Direct lending and leveraged finance
• Other complex debt products

The team works with a diverse client base, including financial institutions, funds, sponsors, and corporate borrowers, across both lender and borrower mandates.

Requirements

• Newly qualified up to 4 years’ PQE
• Experience in banking and finance transactions, ideally across multiple product areas
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Team-focused, adaptable, and commercially minded

This role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience across varied financing transactions within a high-performing international practice. If you're interested, please apply, or contact [e-mail].