About the Role
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A leading US law firm is seeking a Restructuring Associate to join their high-calibre team in London. The successful candidate will work alongside top-tier partners in cross-border corporate restructurings, distressed acquisitions and formal insolvency proceedings, with a particular emphasis on equity restructuring, debt for equity conversions and NewCo structuring.
Key Responsibilities
* Advise clients on complex cross-border corporate restructurings and distressed transactions
* Draft and negotiate equity restructuring plans, including debt for equity swaps
* Structure acquisitions via NewCo vehicles and coordinate joint venture investment platforms
* Assist with formal insolvency proceedings and distressed acquisitions
* Support transition and asset management initiatives for a diverse client base, including funds, banks, and insolvency office holders
Requirements
* Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with 3–4 years of post-qualification experience
* Strong academic credentials and demonstrable track record in restructuring and insolvency work
* Experience with debt for equity transactions, distressed acquisitions or insolvency matters is essential
* Commercial awareness, attention to detail and ability to manage high-pressure situations effectively
* Excellent drafting and negotiation skills
This is a unique opportunity to develop your career within a globally recognised restructuring practice. You will work with partners who are highly rated by industry guides for their restructuring and corporate finance expertise. Recognition in prestigious peer-reviewed publications underscores the firm’s strength and reputation in restructuring and insolvency.
You will gain exposure to complex, sector-diverse transactions in infrastructure, healthcare, telecoms, energy, and beyond.
The team is known for combining technical excellence with decisive, innovative thinking under pressure.
If you are interested in applying for this role, please submit your CV on this advert, or feel free to email me at matthew@rutherfordsearch.com with a copy of your most up-to-date CV.