Job Description
A leading international UK law firm is seeking a March-qualifying NQ to 2 PQE associate to join its highly regarded Structured Finance, Securitisation and Derivatives team in London.
The team advises major banks, financial institutions, funds and corporates on some of the most complex and innovative structured finance transactions in the market, with a strong focus on cross-border securitisations, structured products and derivatives documentation.
The Role
You will work closely with senior lawyers on a broad range of high-value, sophisticated matters, including:
* Public and private securitisations across multiple asset classes
* Structured finance and capital markets transactions
* Derivatives and structured products documentation (ISDA and related frameworks)
* Advising financial institutions on regulatory and transactional issues
* Cross-border transactions involving multiple jurisdictions
This role offers excellent exposure, responsibility and long-term development within a genuinely collaborative, market-leading team.
Candidate Profile
* England & Wales qualified (or soon-to-qualify) solicitor
* March 2026 NQ to 2 PQE
* Trained at a top City or leading international firm
* Experience in structured finance, securitisation, derivatives, capital markets or related finance work
* Strong academics and excellent technical ability
* Commercial, detail-oriented and confident working in a fast-paced environment
The Firm
The firm is a full-service international practice with a strong London presence and an outstanding reputation in financial services. It offers:
* High-quality, complex work
* Strong partner access and training
* Clear progression and support for junior associates
* Competitive remuneration and benefits