At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a top-tier law firm and work on high-profile capital markets transactions.
- Company: Elite US law firm with a market-leading London practice.
- Benefits: Competitive US compensation, premium clients, and outstanding training.
- Other info: Collaborative culture with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain exposure to international deals and significant responsibility early on.
- Qualifications: 1-4 years' PQE with strong capital markets experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
One of the world's leading US law firms is seeking a Capital Markets Associate to join its market-leading London practice. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly regarded team advising on some of the most complex and high-profile transactions in the market, working alongside leading practitioners on matters spanning the UK, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and emerging markets.
The practice offers genuinely broad exposure across:
- Initial Public Offerings (IPOs)
- Secondary offerings, placings and rights issues
- UK public M&A transactions
- Cross-border securities offerings
- Public company advisory and corporate governance matters
- Investment-grade and high-yield debt offerings
- SEC-registered and Rule 144A transactions
Unlike many specialist teams, the practice operates across both equity and debt capital markets, providing associates with a broader platform and more varied experience than is typically available elsewhere in the London market. Associates are given significant responsibility from an early stage, working directly with partners, clients, investment banks and listed companies on sophisticated cross-border matters.
This opportunity is particularly well suited to associates seeking:
- Greater exposure to headline transactions
- Increased client contact and responsibility
- A broader mix of capital markets and public company work
- International deal exposure
- A long-term platform for career progression
Requirements
- 1–4 years' PQE (or equivalent international experience)
- Strong Capital Markets experience gained at a leading UK, US or international law firm
- Experience advising on equity capital markets transactions
- Excellent academics and technical drafting skills
- Commercially minded with strong interpersonal skills
The Opportunity
- Market-leading US compensation
- Premium international client base
- High-profile cross-border transactions
- Outstanding training and development
- Direct access to highly regarded partners
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial team culture
For a confidential discussion, please apply directly or contact Ciarán O'Connor at Diavin International Recruitment.
Capital Markets Associate (1-4 PQE) | Elite US Law Firm | London in City of London employer: Diavin International
As an elite US law firm located in London, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that offers unparalleled opportunities for professional growth and development. Our collaborative and entrepreneurial culture fosters a supportive environment where associates are entrusted with significant responsibilities early in their careers, allowing them to work on high-profile transactions alongside leading practitioners. With market-leading compensation and access to a premium international client base, we provide a unique platform for ambitious legal professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in the capital markets sector.
