Capital Markets Associate

Company: Buchanan Law
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Location: London
Job Description:

Equity Capital Markets Associate (1–2 PQE) | London | Elite US Law Firm | Cravath Compensation

We are currently working with an elite US law firm in London that is looking to hire a junior Equity Capital Markets Associate (1–2 PQE) into its highly regarded Capital Markets practice.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a lawyer looking to build a market-leading ECM practice within one of the most internationally recognised capital markets teams in the world.

The team has advised on a number of the most significant and innovative equity transactions in recent years, including landmark London IPOs, dual listings, SPAC and de‑SPAC transactions, and cross‑border offerings involving issuers across Europe, the Middle East and emerging markets.

Recent matters have included:

  • Advising the National Investment Fund of the Republic of Uzbekistan on its landmark IPO and dual listing on the London Stock Exchange and Tashkent Stock Exchange.
  • Advising Canal+ on its London Stock Exchange listing following its spin‑off from Vivendi.
  • Advising Samsung on its direct listing of GDRs on the London Stock Exchange.
  • Advising on one of the first London‑listed de‑SPAC transactions completed under the FCA’s new SPAC regime.
  • Advising investors on major cross‑border equity financings involving London‑listed vehicles.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Work on complex UK, European and US securities law matters, including SEC‑registered offerings and Rule 144A transactions.
  • Gain exposure to both equity and debt capital markets work, including investment grade and high‑yield offerings.
  • Join a genuinely integrated capital markets practice where UK, European and US securities lawyers work as one team rather than separate silos.
  • Benefit from direct access to highly experienced partners and a lean team structure that offers significant responsibility from an early stage.
  • Work on transactions involving leading issuers, financial institutions and sponsors from across the globe.
  • Receive Cravath‑scale compensation and market‑leading benefits.

Candidate Requirements

  • 1–2 years’ PQE gained at a leading UK, US or international law firm.
  • Strong experience advising on equity capital markets transactions.
  • Excellent academic credentials and technical ability.
  • An interest in developing a broad international capital markets practice.

This is a rare opportunity to join one of the premier ECM teams in London at a time when high‑quality junior capital markets associates remain in strong demand.

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Posted: June 13th, 2026