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
• England & Wales qualified solicitor.
• 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.
