Structured Finance Associate / Senior Associate

Taylor Root; England; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Taylor Root in the United Kingdom seeks a Structured Finance Associate or Senior Associate to advise on derivatives, securitisation, and credit risk transfer. You will handle funded and unfunded structures, balance sheet optimization, and negotiate multi-party documentation for cross-border transactions.

The role emphasizes regulatory capital, risk mitigation, and collaboration with tax and regulatory teams, offering exposure to high-value, market-leading deals and a top-tier remuneration and

Qualifications

• 3–8 years' PQE with a leading law firm or equivalent financial institution environment.
• Strong experience in structured finance, derivatives, or securitisation; exposure to SRT transactions.
• Knowledge of regulatory capital frameworks and credit risk mitigation strategies.
• Ability to structure, draft, and negotiate complex transaction documentation.
• Demonstrable analytical skills and sound commercial judgment.
• Capacity to manage multi-party negotiations and interact with major institutional clients.
• International mindset with cross-border transaction experience.

Responsibilities

• Advising on funded and unfunded synthetic securitisations and portfolio risk transfer structures.
• Structuring and executing balance sheet optimisation transactions, including capital relief trades.
• Negotiating complex documentation covering regulatory capital and credit-linked instruments.
• Collaborating with tax, regulatory, and structured finance teams for integrated advice.
• Advising on derivative overlays and hedging solutions in securitisation transactions.

Skills

Structured finance experience

Derivatives

Securitisation

Regulatory capital knowledge

Cross-border negotiations

Job description

Structured Finance Associate / Senior Associate– 3–8 PQE

About the Firm

This is one of the world’s most prominent international law firms, advising global financial institutions, investors, and corporates on complex, high-value transactions across multiple jurisdictions. The firm operates with a truly integrated international strategy, renowned for its ability to deliver seamless advice on the most sophisticated cross-border finance matters. Their finance practice is widely recognised for its technical excellence and involvement in some of the most innovative capital markets deals worldwide. The environment combines exceptional professional standards with a collaborative, inclusive culture, offering outstanding opportunities for development and progression.

The Role

You will be joining the derivatives and structured products team within a market-leading finance practice, advising on the full spectrum of credit risk transfer and structured finance transactions. The practice is heavily engaged in synthetic securitisation, Significant Risk Transfer (SRT), and regulatory capital transactions for international banks and financial sponsors.

The role encompasses:

• Advising on funded and unfunded synthetic securitisations and portfolio risk transfer structures
• Structuring and executing balance sheet optimisation transactions, including capital relief trades and regulatory-driven solutions
• Negotiating complex documentation covering regulatory capital, credit-linked instruments, and investor arrangements
• Collaboration with colleagues in tax, regulatory, and structured finance teams to deliver integrated, multi-disciplinary advice
• Advising on derivative overlays and hedging solutions associated with securitisation transactions

The nature of the work is predominantly cross-border, requiring exposure to multi-jurisdictional issues and direct interaction with senior client stakeholders. This is a career-enhancing opportunity offering deep exposure to market-leading transactions and the evolving legal framework surrounding credit risk transfer.

What They’re Looking For

• 3–8 years’ PQE from a leading law firm or equivalent financial institution environment
• Strong experience in structured finance, derivatives, or securitisation, ideally with exposure to SRT transactions
• Knowledge of regulatory capital frameworks and credit risk mitigation strategies
• Ability to structure, draft, and negotiate complex transaction documentation
• Demonstrable analytical skills and sound commercial judgment
• Capacity to manage multi-party negotiations and work closely with major institutional clients
• International mindset and ability to operate confidently in a cross-border transaction environment

Why Apply?

This role offers exposure to some of the most sophisticated structured credit and risk transfer mandates globally, working alongside highly respected practitioners in this specialised and growing market. The firm provides top of market remuneration and an attractive bonus scheme, complemented by hybrid working flexibility, career development support, and a high-performing yet collaborative team culture. Lawyers in this group frequently lead on innovative deals that shape the direction of the market, making this an exceptional opportunity for ambitious finance lawyers looking to operate at the top level of the industry.