About the Role A leading international financial institution is seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join its Leveraged Finance team, which originates, structures, executes, and manages complex cross-border leveraged finance transactions. You will act as a key legal adviser to the team, supporting the origination and execution of a wide range of debt transactions, including acquisition finance, second lien, term loan B (TLB), and high-yield bonds. This role will suit a lawyer with a commercial, solutions-focused mindset who thrives in a fast-paced, deal-driven environment and has strong market knowledge of the UK and European leveraged lending markets. Key Responsibilities Advise on the structuring, negotiation, and execution of complex, sponsor-backed leveraged finance transactions across the UK and Europe Draft, review, and negotiate facility agreements, inter-creditor agreements, mandate and commitment letters, term sheets, and other transaction documents through to post-closing Manage legal and regulatory risk, ensuring transactions align with internal policies and market standards Develop and maintain internal precedents and know-how, and provide training and guidance to non-legal teams on leveraged finance documentation and legal risk Support the wider debt finance legal function on transactions in areas such as fund finance, real estate finance, project finance, structured credit, and secondary loan trading Provide English law advice and guidance on relevant UK regulatory matters impacting wholesale banking activities Work collaboratively with business units, senior stakeholders, and external counsel to deliver pragmatic, timely advice About You Qualified lawyer with solid experience in leveraged or acquisition finance, gained in private practice or in-house at a leading financial institution Strong technical knowledge of UK and EU leveraged lending markets and documentation Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills Commercially astute, adaptable, and able to manage multiple transactions under pressure Confident working independently and as part of a collaborative team
Legal Counsel - Leverage Finance employer: Montresor Legal
Join a prestigious international law firm that prioritises work-life balance and offers flexible working arrangements, allowing you to thrive both professionally and personally. With a commitment to employee growth, competitive salaries, and the exciting prospect of being part of a burgeoning multi-partner derivatives practice in London, this is an exceptional opportunity for ambitious lawyers looking to make a meaningful impact in their careers.
