Leveraged Finance Associate

IDEX Consulting Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious US law firm in London seeks a high-calibre Leveraged Finance Associate (NQ to 2 PQE) to join its market-leading team. This role offers exposure to high-value transactions and a true US-firm career trajectory. Ideal for a junior lawyer aiming for a long-term career in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Cravath-scale salary

Exceptional bonus structure

High levels of responsibility

Partner access from day one

Qualifications

• Training or post-qualification experience in a leading City or US firm.
• Experience in leveraged finance or general banking matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise private equity sponsors and financial institutions on complex transactions.
• Work on lender and borrower-side mandates involving multi-jurisdictional elements.

Skills

Strong academic credentials

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Team-oriented

Commercially astute

Education

UK-qualified solicitor

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Business Director @ IDEX Consulting Ltd | Senior Legal Recruitment Consultant

Leveraged Finance Associate (NQ–2 PQE) – Elite US Law Firm – London

A top-tier US law firm in London is seeking to hire a high-calibre NQ to 2 years’ PQE Leveraged Finance Associate to join its market-leading team. This is a rare opportunity to work at one of the most prestigious firms globally, offering exposure to high-value, cross-border transactions and working alongside some of the sharpest legal minds in the City.

The Work:

You’ll advise leading private equity sponsors, funds, corporates, and financial institutions on complex leveraged and acquisition financings, syndicated lending, and direct lending transactions. The firm acts on both lender and borrower-side mandates, including large-cap and mid-market deals, often involving multi-jurisdictional elements and tight timelines.

Key Requirements:

• UK-qualified solicitor with training or post-qualification experience in a leading City or US firm
• Strong academic credentials and a genuine interest in complex finance work
• Experience working on leveraged finance or general banking matters as part of a top-tier team
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
• Team-oriented and commercially astute

The Package:

• Cravath-scale salary — starting from £180,000+
• Exceptional bonus structure
• True US-firm career trajectory and global platform
• High levels of responsibility and partner access from day one

This role is ideal for a junior lawyer looking to build a long-term career in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment at the top end of the market.

To learn more or apply in confidence, please send your CV to [e-mail]

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Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice

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