Associate

Associate – Leveraged Finance

A leading international law firm

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We are seeking a mid-level leveraged finance lawyer to join our London leveraged finance team. The team operates within a leading global finance practice and works closely with colleagues across M&A, capital markets, and private capital to deliver integrated advice on high-profile transactions.

This role offers exposure to a broad mix of cross-border work, including debt financing for public and private M&A, refinancings, recapitalisations, and strategic investments. Deals range from large, complex financings to smaller matters that allow associates to take on significant responsibility.

You will join a collaborative, internationally integrated team with practitioners admitted under both English and New York law, supporting clients across Europe, the US, and Asia. We provide comprehensive training, career development, and secondment opportunities. This is an opportunity to grow with a team that is expanding to meet strong demand from top-tier financial sponsors.

  • Mid-level leveraged finance experience, ideally from a leading firm, acting for borrowers/sponsors or creditors in cross-border transactions
  • Strong technical and commercial skills
  • Qualified in England & Wales or a common-law jurisdiction
  • Ability to work constructively in a team and supervise more junior lawyers
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Comfortable managing a challenging workload with a high degree of responsibility
  • Commitment to exceptional client service and the firm's principles
  • Proactive engagement in business development and knowledge management

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