5-7 PQE Leveraged Finance Associate

Company: Rutherford Search
Apply for the 5-7 PQE Leveraged Finance Associate
Location: London
Job Description:

  • Advise high-profile clients on complex leveraged finance transactions, taking on significant responsibility.

  • Collaborate with a top-tier international team across key financial centres.

  • Work in a supportive, inclusive firm that values autonomy, professional development, and work-life balance.

Join a globally recognised law firm renowned for its expertise in complex transactions and emerging markets. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated financing deals for leading funds, lenders, issuers and sponsors while benefiting from a dynamic and collaborative environment.

Ideal for a lawyer who can hit the ground running and work autonomously without close supervision, this position provides a strong platform for career growth in a firm widely recognised for its industry leadership, prestigious rankings and commitment to excellence.

Position Overview

As a Leveraged Finance Associate, you will play a crucial role in advising clients on a wide range of leveraged finance transactions, focusing on representing lenders and sponsors. You will be responsible for documenting and negotiating various leveraged finance debt facilities, ensuring timely and efficient completion of transactions. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams and build strong client relationships while demonstrating your technical skills and proactive attitude.

Responsibilities

  • Advise clients on a diverse range of leveraged finance transactions, with a focus on representing lenders and sponsors.

  • Draft, review, and negotiate documentation for various leveraged finance debt facilities.

  • Manage and coordinate the legal aspects of transactions, ensuring timely and efficient completion.

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, corporate, and real estate departments, to deliver comprehensive solutions.

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, demonstrating a deep understanding of their needs and objectives.

  • Contribute to the firm’s thought leadership and knowledge sharing initiatives.

Requirements

  • Qualified to practice law in England & Wales.

  • 5-7 years PQE in leveraged finance.

  • Exposure to a range of transactions, including private credit, private equity-backed buyouts, public bids, corporate M&A, refinancings, and recapitalizations.

  • Exceptional technical skills and a confident, proactive approach.

#J-18808-Ljbffr…

Posted: April 15th, 2025