Structured Finance Associate/Lawyer (2-6 PQE)

Rutherford Search; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in London seeks a Structured Finance Associate with 2-6 years PQE. You will advise clients on complex financing transactions, including securitisation and asset-based lending. The role offers significant exposure to diverse clients and opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative, client-focused team.

Benefits

First-class training

Career development opportunities

Early responsibility

Qualifications

• 2-6 years PQE with experience in Structured Finance.
• Experience in financing transactions like securitisation and asset-based lending.
• Excellent technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on financing transactions.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents.
• Conduct legal research and provide practical advice.
• Collaborate with partners and senior lawyers.
• Assist in business development activities.

Skills

Legal research

Commercial awareness

Client-focused approach

Education

Qualified lawyer

Strong academic background

Job description

Overview

Our Client. Join a leading multinational law firm's dynamic Structured Finance team, known for handling complex, high-profile, multi-jurisdictional transactions. This role offers 2-6 PQE lawyers the chance to work with top-tier clients in a collaborative, client-focused environment.

Key Highlights

• Work closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers.
• Access first-class training and career development opportunities.
• Gain early responsibility and build client relationships.

Renowned for innovation and deep financial services expertise, this firm fosters professional growth while delivering commercially-focused, partner-led services.

Position Overview

As a Structured Finance Associate, you will play a key role in advising a diverse range of funders and borrowers on complex financing transactions. You will have the opportunity to work on various deals, including securitisation (private and public), asset-backed securities, receivables financing and asset-based lending. This position offers excellent exposure to a broad spectrum of clients, from listed companies to small enterprises and the chance to develop your expertise in structured finance.

Main Duties

Key responsibilities for this position will include, but are not limited to:

• Advise clients on a wide variety of financing transactions, including securitisation, asset-backed securities, receivables financing and asset-based lending
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents and agreements
• Conduct legal research and provide practical, commercial advice to clients
• Collaborate with partners, senior lawyers and other teams across the firm's global network
• Assist in business development activities and building client relationships

Your Profile

• Qualified lawyer with 2-6 years PQE
• Experience gained in a City or strong national/regional firm is preferred
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: securitisation (private or public), asset-backed securities, receivables financing and/or asset-based lending
• Strong academic background and excellent technical skills
• Commercially aware with a client-focused approach

Contact

For more information about this position, please get in touch with Rebecca Collins.

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