Leveraged Finance Associate (Sponsor & Private Credit Focus) 2-5 PQE
We are instructing on behalf of a elite Global US Law Firm to source a high-caliber Leveraged Finance Associate (2-5 PQE) for its market-leading London finance practice.
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Advising premier Private Equity Sponsors, Portfolio Companies, and Alternative Credit Funds on complex buyout, carve-out, and public-to-private acquisition financings.
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Structuring, drafting, and negotiating unitranche facilities, senior secured loan agreements, high-yield notes, and intercreditor arrangements.
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Negotiating covenant-lite terms, back-leverage, preferred equity, and complex debt restructurings.
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Managing cross-border execution workstreams and coordinating with local counsel across European and US jurisdictions.
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Experience: 2 to 5 years PQE within a top-tier Magic/Silver Circle or leading US practice in London, with heavy exposure to sponsor-side acquisition finance or direct lending transactions.
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Commercial Mindset: Deep understanding of the commercial trade-offs in sponsor/lender negotiations, debt capital structures, and credit documentation.
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Academics: Outstanding academic track record (minimum 2:1 degree or equivalent).
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Attributes: Sharp drafting skills, high autonomy, and a track record of driving complex transactions from term sheet to closing.
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Elite US Compensation: Market-leading salary on the full US Cravath scale plus performance bonuses.
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Sponsor & Capital Exposure: High-visibility work supporting major PE sponsors and global private credit funds side-by-side.
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Accelerated Growth: Lean staffing ensures associate-level ownership on landmark transactions rather than isolated workstreams.
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