At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a top-tier law firm and work on groundbreaking equity capital markets transactions.
- Company: Elite US law firm in London with a prestigious reputation.
- Benefits: Cravath-scale compensation, market-leading benefits, and significant early responsibility.
- Other info: Exceptional opportunity for growth in a collaborative international environment.
- Why this job: Build your career in a dynamic team handling landmark IPOs and cross-border offerings.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with 1-2 years' PQE and strong ECM experience.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 70000 £ per year.
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.
Capital Markets Associate in London employer: Buchanan
Join an elite US law firm in London, renowned for its exceptional Capital Markets practice, where you will work alongside top-tier professionals on landmark transactions. The firm fosters a collaborative and dynamic work culture, offering significant responsibility and direct access to experienced partners from the outset, ensuring ample opportunities for professional growth. With Cravath-scale compensation and market-leading benefits, this is an outstanding opportunity for ambitious lawyers seeking to excel in a prestigious environment.
