Restructuring Associate – 3–5 PQE in London Area

Job description

Restructuring Associate – 3–5 PQE

London (Hybrid working available)

An elite international law firm is seeking a talented restructuring associate to join its London-based team. The practice sits at the crossroads of private equity, distressed M&A, cross-border restructuring, and complex special situations. This is a rare opportunity to work with market-leading lawyers in a high-calibre, collaborative environment.

Why This Team?

• Acts on high-profile, cross-border matters involving major credit funds, sponsors, and strategic investors.
• Balances technical restructuring depth with front-line transactional execution.
• Known for handling innovative UK restructuring plans, schemes of arrangement, and distressed financings across Europe and emerging markets.
• Regularly represents both creditors and borrowers in multi-billion-pound restructurings.
• Offers exposure to a blend of advisory, transactional, and litigation-contingent workstreams.

The Ideal Candidate:

• England & Wales qualified lawyer with 3–5 years’ PQE.
• Strong experience in restructuring, special situations, or leveraged finance (creditor or debtor side).
• Commercial, solutions-driven mindset – comfortable working across capital structures.
• Interest in distressed investing, private capital transactions, or international mandates.
• Confident in managing workstreams, liaising with clients, and delivering under pressure.

What You’ll Gain:

• Direct access to high-value mandates and blue-chip clients.
• A seat at the table on deals involving leading private equity sponsors, hedge funds, and investment banks.
• Close-knit team culture with global platform support.
• Genuine long-term growth opportunity within a team that is expanding and winning market share.

To find out more or express interest confidentially, please get in touch or apply directly with your CV.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

11-08-2025

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