Buchanan Law
Restructuring Associate
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Restructuring Associate
Restructuring & Insolvency Associate (2–6 PQE) | London | Elite International Law Firm
We are working with a leading international law firm in London looking to hire a Restructuring & Insolvency Associate (2–6 PQE) into a highly regarded and growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a practice at the forefront of complex restructurings, special situations, and distressed transactions, advising on some of the most high-profile matters in the market.
The Role
You will advise on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious restructuring matters, including financial restructurings, insolvency processes, distressed M&A, and special situations. The team acts for a range of stakeholders including credit funds, lenders, sponsors, and corporates, often on cross-border mandates.
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Why Consider This Move?
Exposure to high-profile, complex restructurings and special situations Work closely with leading credit funds, sponsors, and financial institutions Join a growing team with strong deal flow and market momentum Gain experience across both advisory and transactional work Strong platform for long-term development in a counter-cyclical practice area
The Team
The team is well-established within the London market and forms part of a broader international restructuring platform. Known for handling high-stakes, cross-border mandates, the group offers strong partner access and a collaborative working environment.
Candidate Profile
2–6 PQE with restructuring / insolvency experience Background from a top-tier UK, US, or international law firm Experience advising lenders, sponsors, or corporates on distressed situations Strong technical grounding with a commercial mindset Confident communicator with the ability to take on responsibility
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Package & Process
Competitive US / top-tier market compensation Structured, partner-led interview process High-quality work within a collaborative, high-performing team
With the current market cycle driving increased distressed opportunities and restructuring activity, this is a strong opportunity to position yourself within a busy and strategically important practice area.
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