Associate (Finance - Capital Solutions)

Job description

Finance Associate (2–6 PQE) | Elite US Firm | London

An elite US law firm is seeking a talented Finance Associate (2–6 PQE) to join its highly regarded London finance practice.

The team advises a sophisticated client base of private credit funds, alternative capital providers and financial institutions on complex cross-border financing transactions. Associates benefit from direct client exposure, lean deal teams and working alongside market-leading partners on some of the most innovative transactions in the market.

The Role

You will work across a broad range of financing matters, including:

• Direct lending transactions
• Private credit and capital solutions mandates
• Leveraged and acquisition finance
• Special situations financings
• Syndicated lending
• Structured finance transactions

The practice is particularly active in advising creditors and capital providers on complex UK and international transactions.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

• Be England & Wales qualified (or equivalent) with 1–6 years' PQE
• Have strong finance experience gained at a leading international, US or City law firm
• Possess solid creditor-side finance experience
• Have experience advising lenders, direct lenders, private credit funds or other capital providers
• Exposure to private credit and/or capital solutions transactions is desirable, otherwise a strong interest in the area
• Demonstrate excellent technical skills and strong academic credentials

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing London team at a firm renowned for:

• Cross-border finance work
• Market-leading compensation
• Responsibility and client contact
• Excellent long-term career progression prospects

For a confidential discussion, please contact Peter Redshaw at Ellaby Chamberlain.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

London Area

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2026

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