Leveraged Finance Associate

Vasto Legal Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 210,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Leveraged Finance Associate to join their prestigious London office. This role offers the chance to work with elite clients, including top financial institutions and blue-chip companies. You will be involved in a diverse range of transactions, including leveraged financings and restructurings, while receiving industry-leading training and mentorship. The firm prides itself on transparency and offers a competitive salary and bonus structure, making it an exciting opportunity for growth in the legal sector. Join a team that values your contributions and supports your professional development in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Market-leading salary

Competitive bonus

Industry-leading training

Partner contact opportunities

Transparency in progression policies

Qualifications

• 3-6 years PQE in Leveraged Finance with a strong understanding of private credit.
• Experience with investment-grade acquisitions and restructurings.

Responsibilities

• Work on financing for acquisitions, collaborating with creditors and debtors.
• Engage in lender and sponsor matters with leading partners.

Skills

Leveraged Finance

Private Credit

Syndicated Investors

Restructurings

Investment-grade Acquisition Facilities

Education

Qualified Solicitor (3-6 PQE)

Job description

Leveraged Finance Associate (3 – 6 PQE)

We are working with an Elite US law firm on a position within their highly regarded Leveraged Finance team within their London office. The position is for a 3 – 6 year PQE Associate.

You will be working on a range of work for creditors and debtors funding acquisitions; working across Private Credit and syndicated investors. You will be involved in Leveraged Financings, investment-grade acquisition facilities, restructurings, and emerging markets loans with clients across the US and Europe.

The team undertakes both lender and sponsor matters, working with chambers ranked partners. You will have the opportunity to specialise at the senior level.

You will receive industry-leading training and partner contact within a highly commended practice, which boasts leading lawyers across the globe. Additionally, you will receive a market-leading salary and bonus.

The Firm

This Elite US law firm is considered one of the strongest outfits in the Legal Market. Although headquartered in the US, they boast one of the largest London presences of any of the US firms in London. Formidable Corporate, Banking, Private Equity, and Capital Markets are the highlights of the London office, and with future growth on the horizon, you will be given every opportunity to progress.

Transparency is a key part of this firm’s culture, evident in their bonus and progression policies, with associates praising this firm’s approach. They also have a leading training and development programme.

You will have the opportunity to work with the world’s leading financial institutions and blue-chip companies in an innovative firm that has had a prominent presence in the Big Law world.

Salary: £210k-£300k depending on level and experience, as well as a competitive bonus.

Please apply or contact Joe Kersey ([e-mail], 07510707909) or George Sanderson ([e-mail], 07936132233)