London Capital Markets Associate: ECM & DCM

Buchanan; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Buchanan is seeking a Capital Markets Associate for its London team, working on cross-border equity and debt deals for sponsors, corporates and financial institutions. The role covers both ECM and DCM, with drafting and negotiating prospectuses, offering memoranda and subscription agreements, and coordinating US securities compliance.

Ideal candidates will be US-qualified with a JD or UK/EU qualification and experience on US-style offerings.

Qualifications

• US-qualified capital markets associate with JD and solid securities experience.
• Experience with cross-border US offerings is preferred.
• Familiarity with 144A/Reg S deals and US disclosure standards is a plus.
• Ability to draft and negotiate principal transaction documents and related agreements.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate prospectuses, offering memoranda and subscription agreements.
• Coordinate cross-border counsel and manage due diligence on deals.
• Advise on US securities law issues and regulatory requirements (144A/Reg S/SEC-registered).
• Develop client relationships and progress deals with partners and clients.

Skills

Capital markets

US law

Drafting

Cross-border deals

Education

US JD

UK/EU qualification

Job description

Buchanan is seeking a Capital Markets Associate for its London team, working on cross-border equity and debt deals for sponsors, corporates and financial institutions. The role covers both ECM and DCM, with drafting and negotiating prospectuses, offering memoranda and subscription agreements, and coordinating US securities compliance.

Ideal candidates will be US-qualified with a JD or UK/EU qualification and experience on US-style offerings.