Structured Finance Associate/Lawyer - 1-6 PQE - Elite US Firm

Rutherford Search; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading elite law firm in London is seeking a Structured Finance Associate to advise on complex financial transactions and draft legal documentation. The role requires experience in structured finance, excellent time management, and strong analytical abilities. This position offers exceptional exposure and career development opportunities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in structured finance, particularly in UK law.
• Knowledge of high-value transactions and complex financial products.

Responsibilities

• Advise on sophisticated structured finance transactions.
• Draft and negotiate complex legal documentation.

Skills

Financial documentation expertise

Intercreditor agreements

CLOs, ABS, RMBS

Excellent time management

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

England & Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent)

Exceptional academic credentials

Job description

Overview

Our client, a leading elite US law firm, is experiencing an influx of high-profile and complex structured finance work and is seeking multiple Structured Finance Associates to help build out their growing London practice. Renowned for their expertise and innovative approach, this firm offers a fast-paced, high-calibre environment within a smaller, close-knit team, providing exceptional exposure and career development opportunities.

The Role

As a Structured Finance Associate, you will be involved in advising on sophisticated and high-value transactions across a broad range of structured finance areas. This includes CLOs, ABS, RMBS, CMBS, insurance-linked products, capital relief transactions, warehouse financing, repackaging transactions, and structured funds. You will be responsible for drafting and negotiating complex legal documentation, including loan agreements and intercreditor agreements, while collaborating closely with clients and internal teams.

Your Profile

• England & Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent), or a foreign-qualified lawyer with substantial UK experience in structured finance
• Strong expertise in financial documentation, intercreditor agreements, and leading on complex transactions.
• Experience in CLOs, ABS, RMBS, CMBS, insurance-linked products, capital relief transactions, warehouse financing, repackaging transactions, and/or structured funds will be highly beneficial
• Exceptional academic credentials, analytical abilities, and an interest in financial markets.
• Excellent time management, organisational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Luzaan De Wit.
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