Restructuring and Insolvency Solicitor

Taylor Root; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading US law firm in London seeks a Restructuring & Insolvency Associate. The role involves advising on cross-border restructuring and complex financial transactions. You'll join a high-performing team with exposure to high-value mandates and opportunities for career progression in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Market-Leading Benefits

Competitive US Salary

Opportunities for Progression

Qualifications

• 3-6 years' post-qualification experience in restructuring and insolvency.
• Experience or interest in private credit and complex finance structures desirable.

Responsibilities

• Advising on financial restructuring and insolvency matters.
• Supporting complex finance transactions involving special situations.
• Collaborating with senior lawyers and clients for strategic advice.

Skills

Technical Skills

Attention to Detail

Commercial Mindset

Collaborative Approach

Education

Minimum 2:1 Academic Background

Job description

Restructuring & Insolvency Associate / Senior Associate

Location: London

Salary: Exceptionally Competitive + Market-Leading Benefits

Contract Type: Permanent

The Opportunity

An elite US law firm with a growing presence in the City is looking to expand its Financial Restructuring team with the addition of a talented Associate. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, close-knit team at the forefront of complex cross-border restructuring and insolvency matters.

This role has arisen due to continued growth and increasing market share in London. The successful candidate will gain exposure to some of the most sophisticated and high-value mandates in the market, working alongside leading practitioners in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

The role:

• Advising on a broad range of financial restructuring and insolvency matters, often with a cross-border element
• Supporting on complex finance transactions involving private capital, special situations, and distressed investing
• Working on bespoke financing structures including PIKs, prefs, warrants, converts, and new money solutions
• Collaborating closely with senior lawyers and clients to deliver strategic, commercial advice on high-stakes matters

The successful individual is likely to have:

• Ideally 3-6 years' post-qualification experience in restructuring and insolvency, gained at a top-tier City or international firm
• Strong academic background (minimum 2:1 or equivalent)
• Excellent technical skills, with a keen eye for detail and a commercial mindset
• Experience or interest in private credit, special situations, or complex finance structures is highly desirable
• A proactive, collaborative approach and the ability to thrive in a high-performance environment

Why Apply?

• Join a prestigious US firm with a stellar reputation in financial restructuring
• Work on headline-making matters with a global client base
• Enjoy a highly competitive US salary and benefits package
• Be part of a growing London team with real opportunities for progression and development

Ready to Elevate Your Career?

If you're looking to take the next step in your restructuring career and want to work at the cutting edge of the market, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now with your CV to explore this exciting opportunity in confidence.

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