Finance Lawyer in City of London

Job description

Finance Lawyer (3–5 PQE)

Elite US City Law Firm

Cravath Scale Salary

London, City

Our client, an elite US City law firm is seeking a talented Finance Associate (3–5 PQE) into its highly regarded London team on a permanent basis.

This is a standout opportunity to join a close-knit, high-performing group that sits at the heart of the firm’s global finance and capital solutions offering.

The team advises on a broad range of sophisticated transactions, including:

Direct lending & special situations

Fund finance

Structured and esoteric financings

Syndicated loans (domestic & international)

Capital markets and distressed investment work

Clients include credit funds, hedge funds, other financial investors, special situation funds, portfolio companies, private equity houses and other sophisticated borrowers.

You will work closely with multiple partners across complementary workstreams, gaining early client exposure and real responsibility from day one. The team is known for its collaborative culture, strong internal progression, and market-leading work.

What they’re looking for:

✅ 3–5 years’ PQE ideally from a US firm, Magic Circle, or Silver Circle firm

✅ Strong technical capabilities across a broad finance skill set

✅ An interest in working across a range of transaction types and with multiple partners

✅ Keenness to be involved in special situations and restructuring/distressed financings

✅ Commercial judgment and the ability to understand the needs of complex investor clients

✅ A proactive, collaborative approach to deal execution and structuring

✅ A commitment to delivering high-quality advice in a fast-moving, client-focused environment

Why consider this role?

*Cravath-scale salary

*Clear path to progression

*International platform with high-impact work

*Supportive, inclusive culture with a strong track record of internal promotions

If you're ready to take the next step in your finance career and want to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of capital solutions, get in touch for a confidential chat.

Extra information

Status

Closed

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English