Leveraged Finance Associate in Kingston upon Hull

We are seeking a talented and driven Leverage Finance Associate to join our dynamic team in London. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a top-tier financial institution / law firm (adjust as appropriate) that handles sophisticated leveraged finance transactions, partnering with leading clients and sponsors across Europe. You will play a key role in all aspects of originate, execute and manage leveraged finance deals in a challenging, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise on and structure leveraged finance and acquisition finance transactions, including senior and mezzanine debt, unitranche facilities, PIK notes and other hybrid instruments.
• Draft, negotiate and review credit agreements, security documentation, intercreditor arrangements, guarantee and collateral documentation, and ancillary transaction agreements.
• Work closely with clients, sponsors, banks, co-lenders and internal stakeholders (e.g., corporate finance, tax, regulatory, risk) to drive the deal-process from inception to closing.
• Conduct legal and regulatory due diligence, review corporate, financial and security structures, and identify key risks.
• Provide advice on covenant packages, amortisation mechanics, event triggers, guarantee and asset security frameworks and restructuring considerations.
• Collaborate with senior associates and partners to develop business, cross-sell other services and assist in client relationship management.
• Mentor junior team members, support knowledge-sharing and contribute to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) or qualified in another recognised jurisdiction with intention to qualify in England & Wales, with strong academic credentials.
• 2-5 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) or relevant leveraged finance experience in a law firm or financial institution.
• Demonstrable experience across leveraged finance, acquisition finance or sponsor-led private equity transactions.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills; able to handle complex documentation with minimal supervision.
• Strong commercial awareness, analytical ability and attention to detail; comfortable working under pressure to meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to build and maintain professional relationships with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Proactive, resourceful and a team-player with the ability to manage multiple matters concurrently and think critically.
• Fluent in English; additional European languages are a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus package reflective of experience and market.
• Hybrid working model – blend of remote work and London office presence.
• Generous holiday entitlement and flexible working arrangements.
• Professional development support, including training, mentoring and potential for career progression to senior associate and partner track.
• Access to wide-ranging, high-profile transactions and valued client relationships.
• Collaborative, inclusive and diverse culture with a strong commitment to wellbeing and work-life balance.

If you are interested in this position, and you meet the requirements of the role, please click \’apply now\’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Samuel Doughty for a confidential discussion.

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*Please Note: Due to the high volume of applications we are currently receiving we are unable to contact applicants who have been unsuccessful.