Leveraged Finance Senior Lawyer

Bruin; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier US law firm in London is seeking a Leverage Finance Associate with 3-7 years of post-qualification experience. This role offers the chance to advise on sophisticated finance transactions while benefiting from a collaborative culture and significant career growth potential. Candidates should have a strong track record in leveraged finance and be keen to join a market-leading team at the forefront of the finance market.

Benefits

Top-tier US salary and market-leading compensation

Opportunities for long-term career progression

Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture

Qualifications

• 3-7 PQE Finance Associate with a strong track record in leveraged finance.
• A driven, ambitious lawyer looking to join a growing US finance platform.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex leveraged and acquisition finance transactions.
• Work on secured and unsecured credit facilities and restructuring mandates.
• Collaborate with elite teams on high-profile cross-border matters.

Skills

Leveraged finance

Debt finance

Structured finance

Technical expertise

Commercial acumen

Education

Qualified in England & Wales (or equivalent)

Background from a top-tier US or Magic Circle firm

Job description

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Legal Headhunter | Private Practice | Specialising in Partner and Associate Placements at Bruin ★ A Sunday Times 100 Best Small Company

Leverage Finance Associate | 3-7 PQE | Elite US Firm | London

I am representing a premier US law firm with an established reputation in Leverage Finance that is actively expanding its London practice. This is a standout opportunity for a high-calibre associate to join a market-leading team, advising on sophisticated, high-value transactions at the forefront of the finance market.

The Opportunity

• Advise on complex leveraged and acquisition finance transactions, acting for top-tier private equity sponsors, investment funds, and financial institutions.
• Work on a broad spectrum of secured and unsecured credit facilities, high-yield financings, mezzanine lending, and restructuring mandates.
• Collaborate with elite teams across M&A, Capital Markets, Restructuring, and Funds, ensuring seamless deal execution on high-profile cross-border matters.
• Join a firm making a significant investment in its London office, creating tangible opportunities for long-term career progression.

Who We’re Looking For

• 3-7 PQE Finance Associate with a strong track record in leveraged finance, debt finance, or structured finance.
• England & Wales qualified (or common law equivalent), with a background from a top-tier US or Magic Circle firm.
• Strong technical expertise, commercial acumen, and the ability to navigate complex financing structures in a fast-paced environment.
• A driven, ambitious lawyer looking to be part of a growing, high-performing US finance platform.

Why Join?

• Access to the most sophisticated and high-value finance transactions in the market.
• Top-tier US salary and market-leading compensation.
• A firm with a clear growth strategy in London, offering accelerated career progression.
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, working alongside renowned finance lawyers in an elite global firm.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a firm that is shaping the future of the London leveraged finance market. I’d be happy to discuss further and explore how this role aligns with your career ambitions, please DM me to arrange a conversation. Looking forward to hearing from you.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services, Law Practice, and Professional Services

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