Leveraged Finance Associate — London
- LocationLondon, United Kingdom
- Work typeOn-site
- Experience4+ PQE
- PracticeFinance & Banking
An Am Law 20 firm
Apply in confidence →Join a leading international leveraged and acquisition finance team in London advising banks, financial sponsors and corporate borrowers on complex cross‑border financings. The role covers syndicated senior and second‑lien facilities, private credit, ABL, holdco PIK, fund financings and related infrastructure and real estate finance work.
You will work on high‑profile, market‑leading transactions alongside a collaborative, high‑performance group and with finance teams across multiple jurisdictions. The role offers regular client exposure, opportunities to contribute to business development, and structured mentoring and training to support progression.
The team operates on a hybrid model with an emphasis on in‑office collaboration during core weekdays, and the firm provides a competitive benefits package and professional development programme.
- Qualified solicitor with approximately 4+ years PQE (mid to senior associate level).
- Solid experience in leveraged and acquisition finance, including understanding of highly leveraged capital structures and loan products.
- Proven ability to draft and negotiate commitment letters, facility agreements and intercreditor/security documentation under English law.
- Experience working on cross‑border and syndicated transactions; exposure to infrastructure finance or fund financings is advantageous.
- Strong client skills, commercial awareness, ability to manage demanding timetables and a collaborative approach to team working.
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