Leveraged Finance Associate

Company: HIA Legal
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Location: London
Job Description:

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

An elite US law firm is seeking a talented Leveraged Finance Associate to join its market-leading London team.

The team advises private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, direct lenders and investment banks on a broad range of complex domestic and cross-border financing transactions. Associates are given significant responsibility from an early stage and work directly with leading partners on some of the most high-profile deals in the market.

The Role

You will advise on a wide range of leveraged finance transactions, including:

  • Acquisition financings
  • Sponsor-backed leveraged buyouts
  • Refinancings and recapitalisations
  • Unitranche and direct lending transactions
  • Cross-border syndicated financings
  • General corporate lending matters

The role offers exposure to premium clients, sophisticated transactions and a genuinely international platform.

Candidate Requirements

  • England & Wales qualified lawyer with between 2–6 years’ PQE
  • Strong leveraged finance experience gained at a leading UK, US or international law firm
  • Experience acting for private equity sponsors, lenders or borrowers on complex financing transactions
  • Excellent technical, drafting and transaction management skills
  • Strong academic credentials
  • Commercially minded with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

What’s on Offer

  • Market-leading compensation package
  • Exposure to top-tier sponsor and lender clients
  • High levels of responsibility and client contact
  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing practice
  • Collegiate and entrepreneurial team culture

For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch.

Posted: June 7th, 2026