Securitisation Associate/ Senior Associate

Position Overview

Supporting and working directly with partners from our Structured & Specialty Finance Group, the (Senior) Associate will play a key role in structuring, negotiating, and documenting Structured Finance transactions. The role involves drafting, negotiation, supervision of junior staff and contributing to business development and cross‑border advising.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate financing documents including term sheets, facility agreements, security documents and inter‑creditor agreements for borrowers or lenders.
• Supervise and mentor junior associates, trainees and paralegals; delegate tasks and ensure high‑standard completion.
• Work collaboratively with other practice areas and coordinate local counsel on cross‑border transactions.
• Contribute to business development activities and build relationships with peers, clients, sponsors, lenders and financial intermediaries.
• Manage matters with a disciplined practice: prompt timesheet submission, adherence to firm processes, monitoring WIP against budget and scope, and providing regular updates to the Matter Partner.

Qualifications

• Outstanding academic record.
• Qualified Solicitor in a Common Law jurisdiction.
• 3‑6 PQE and demonstrable experience within a Structured Finance team.
• Proven competence in understanding evolving finance products and the wider asset‑management market.
• Strong drafting and commercial astuteness.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Inquisitive, detail‑oriented and able to work autonomously and collegially.
• Resourceful with strong time‑management skills.
• Willingness to show commitment and engagement to the firm’s culture.

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