Simpson Judge
Leveraged Finance Associate
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We are working with a leading international law firm seeking a high-calibre Leveraged Finance Associate (2-4 PQE) to join its growing London practice.
The team advises leading private equity sponsors, sovereign wealth funds and institutional investors on complex cross-border acquisition financings, refinancings, recapitalisations and other strategic financing transactions. Associates are given significant responsibility from an early stage and work directly with market-leading partners on some of the most high-profile sponsor-side transactions in Europe.
This opportunity would suit a lawyer currently practising within a recognised leveraged finance, acquisition finance or banking team who is looking to increase their exposure to sponsor-led work and work more closely with leading financial sponsor clients.
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The Role
- Advising private equity sponsors and other financial investors on leveraged buyouts and acquisition financings.
- Acting on complex cross-border financing transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
- Working across senior secured, unitranche, super senior, HoldCo and other bespoke financing structures.
- Exposure to refinancings, recapitalisations, dividend recaps and strategic investments.
- Direct interaction with clients, counterparties and deal teams from an early stage.
Candidate Profile
- England & Wales qualified solicitor with 2-4 years' post-qualification experience.
- Experience gained within a leading leveraged finance, acquisition finance or banking practice.
- Strong technical drafting and transaction management skills.
- Experience acting for private equity sponsors, alternative capital providers or major financial institutions.
- Excellent academics and strong commercial awareness.
- Ambitious and motivated to develop within a high-performing international platform.
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Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Genuine sponsor-side focus.
- Market-leading private equity client base.
- High levels of responsibility and client exposure.
- Strong deal flow across Europe and the US.
- Clear development and progression opportunities within a growing practice.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Rob Simpson - 07584656614
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