Overview A leading US law firm is seeking a motivated Structured Finance Associate to join its London team. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising on a wide range of structured finance and securitisation matters, working closely with partners and clients on complex, high-profile transactions. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a 3-4 years' PQE Associate to develop their practice within a top-tier US platform, gaining exposure to sophisticated structured finance work in a collaborative and market-facing environment. About the Role The firm's Dubai corporate team is widely recognised for its market-leading corporate and private equity work. The team advises a broad range of clients on M&A, private equity, and corporate governance matters, and consistently works on some of the most significant and high-value transactions in the region. This mid-level role is perfect for a lawyer with combined M&A and private equity experience looking to work in a dynamic, high-performing team with excellent partner access and career development opportunities. What You'll Do Advise on a broad range of structured finance transactions, including securitisations, CLOs and other asset-backed financing arrangements. Support clients throughout the full lifecycle of transactions, from structuring and documentation through to execution and closing. Draft, review and negotiate complex financing documentation, including facilities agreements, security documents and transaction structures. Conduct legal research and analysis to support transaction structuring and client decision-making. Collaborate with colleagues across related practice areas such as banking, capital markets, tax, regulatory and corporate. Assist with business development initiatives, including client presentations, pitches and market updates. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of market and regulatory developments affecting structured finance transactions. About You England & Wales qualified solicitor. 3-4 years' PQE with experience in structured finance or securitisation gained at a leading law firm. Strong academic background from a reputable institution. Solid technical skills and experience handling complex transactional documentation. Commercial, proactive and solutions-oriented approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transaction-driven environment. Why Apply? Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the upper end of the London market. Opportunity to work at a prestigious US law firm with a strong global reputation in structured finance. High-quality deal exposure and close partner interaction. Collaborative and supportive working culture with clear development and progression opportunities. Exposure to sophisticated, cross-border transactions and leading financial institutions. The Process Two-stage interview process, typically involving two partners, with a potential final stage with the team's managing partner.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Overview A leading US law firm is seeking a motivated Structured Finance Associate to join its London team. The successful candidate will play a key role in advising on a wide range of structured finance and securitisation matters, working closely with partners and clients on complex, high-profile transactions. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a 3-4 years' PQE Associate to develop their practice within a top-tier US platform, gaining exposure to sophisticated structured finance work in a collaborative and market-facing environment. About the Role The firm's Dubai corporate team is widely recognised for its market-leading corporate and private equity work. The team advises a broad range of clients on M&A, private equity, and corporate governance matters, and consistently works on some of the most significant and high-value transactions in the region. This mid-level role is perfect for a lawyer with combined M&A and private equity experience looking to work in a dynamic, high-performing team with excellent partner access and career development opportunities. What You'll Do Advise on a broad range of structured finance transactions, including securitisations, CLOs and other asset-backed financing arrangements. Support clients throughout the full lifecycle of transactions, from structuring and documentation through to execution and closing. Draft, review and negotiate complex financing documentation, including facilities agreements, security documents and transaction structures. Conduct legal research and analysis to support transaction structuring and client decision-making. Collaborate with colleagues across related practice areas such as banking, capital markets, tax, regulatory and corporate. Assist with business development initiatives, including client presentations, pitches and market updates. Maintain an up-to-date understanding of market and regulatory developments affecting structured finance transactions. About You England & Wales qualified solicitor. 3-4 years' PQE with experience in structured finance or securitisation gained at a leading law firm. Strong academic background from a reputable institution. Solid technical skills and experience handling complex transactional documentation. Commercial, proactive and solutions-oriented approach. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, transaction-driven environment. Why Apply? Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the upper end of the London market. Opportunity to work at a prestigious US law firm with a strong global reputation in structured finance. High-quality deal exposure and close partner interaction. Collaborative and supportive working culture with clear development and progression opportunities. Exposure to sophisticated, cross-border transactions and leading financial institutions. The Process Two-stage interview process, typically involving two partners, with a potential final stage with the team's managing partner.
Buchanan in London is seeking a motivated Structured Finance Associate to join its London team. The successful candidate will work on structured finance and securitisation matters, collaborating with partners and clients on complex transactions. This role targets a 3-4 years' PQE lawyer seeking to develop their practice within a leading US platform, gaining exposure to high-value deals in a market-facing environment.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Buchanan in London is seeking a motivated Structured Finance Associate to join its London team. The successful candidate will work on structured finance and securitisation matters, collaborating with partners and clients on complex transactions. This role targets a 3-4 years' PQE lawyer seeking to develop their practice within a leading US platform, gaining exposure to high-value deals in a market-facing environment.
Overview A leading international law firm is seeking a Competition Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded Competition, Regulation and Trade practice in London. The team advises major corporates, financial institutions and global technology companies on complex competition disputes, regulatory investigations and multi-jurisdictional litigation. This role is ideally suited to a mid-to-senior level associate with strong competition litigation experience, particularly in the High Court and Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT), who is looking to work on some of the most high profile antitrust disputes in the market. What You'll Do Advise on complex competition litigation, including follow-on and standalone damages actions. Support proceedings before the High Court and the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT). Assist with collective actions and large-scale multi-jurisdictional competition disputes. Work on cartel investigations, abuse of dominance matters and regulatory appeals. Draft pleadings, legal submissions and expert evidence in high-value disputes. Manage workstreams and coordinate with international teams on cross-border litigation. Supervise and mentor junior lawyers while maintaining direct client contact. About You England & Wales qualified solicitor. 3-8 years' PQE with specialist competition litigation experience. Strong background handling competition disputes before the High Court and/or CAT. Experience of collective actions or large-scale follow-on damages claims is advantageous. Excellent academic credentials and strong technical drafting skills. Proactive, commercially minded and comfortable managing complex litigation workstreams. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to mentor junior team members. Salary & Bonus Competitive compensation aligned with leading international law firms. Performance-related bonus structure. Target billable hours of approximately 1,800 annually. Why Apply? Opportunity to work on some of the most significant competition disputes in the market. Exposure to complex cross-border litigation involving major global companies. Collaborative international team spanning Europe, Asia and Australia. Strong partner access and opportunities for leadership on complex matters. Clear long-term progression within a leading competition practice. The Process Two-stage interview process, including a technical interview. Ready to take the next step? If you are a Competition Litigation Associate seeking to work on market leading disputes within a top tier international practice.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Overview A leading international law firm is seeking a Competition Litigation Associate to join its highly regarded Competition, Regulation and Trade practice in London. The team advises major corporates, financial institutions and global technology companies on complex competition disputes, regulatory investigations and multi-jurisdictional litigation. This role is ideally suited to a mid-to-senior level associate with strong competition litigation experience, particularly in the High Court and Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT), who is looking to work on some of the most high profile antitrust disputes in the market. What You'll Do Advise on complex competition litigation, including follow-on and standalone damages actions. Support proceedings before the High Court and the Competition Appeal Tribunal (CAT). Assist with collective actions and large-scale multi-jurisdictional competition disputes. Work on cartel investigations, abuse of dominance matters and regulatory appeals. Draft pleadings, legal submissions and expert evidence in high-value disputes. Manage workstreams and coordinate with international teams on cross-border litigation. Supervise and mentor junior lawyers while maintaining direct client contact. About You England & Wales qualified solicitor. 3-8 years' PQE with specialist competition litigation experience. Strong background handling competition disputes before the High Court and/or CAT. Experience of collective actions or large-scale follow-on damages claims is advantageous. Excellent academic credentials and strong technical drafting skills. Proactive, commercially minded and comfortable managing complex litigation workstreams. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to mentor junior team members. Salary & Bonus Competitive compensation aligned with leading international law firms. Performance-related bonus structure. Target billable hours of approximately 1,800 annually. Why Apply? Opportunity to work on some of the most significant competition disputes in the market. Exposure to complex cross-border litigation involving major global companies. Collaborative international team spanning Europe, Asia and Australia. Strong partner access and opportunities for leadership on complex matters. Clear long-term progression within a leading competition practice. The Process Two-stage interview process, including a technical interview. Ready to take the next step? If you are a Competition Litigation Associate seeking to work on market leading disputes within a top tier international practice.
Buchanan is seeking a Structured Credit Associate to join its London practice. The role involves advising major banks, asset managers and financial institutions on structured finance, derivatives and securitisation within a global platform. The successful candidate will typically be a 1-4 year PQE associate with genuine structured finance or securitisation experience, ideally with CLOs or asset-backed products, and will gain exposure across multiple structured credit workstreams.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Buchanan is seeking a Structured Credit Associate to join its London practice. The role involves advising major banks, asset managers and financial institutions on structured finance, derivatives and securitisation within a global platform. The successful candidate will typically be a 1-4 year PQE associate with genuine structured finance or securitisation experience, ideally with CLOs or asset-backed products, and will gain exposure across multiple structured credit workstreams.
Buchanan is seeking a Competition Litigation Associate to join its renowned Competition, Regulation and Trade practice in London. You will handle high-value disputes and advise major corporates, collaborating with a global team on cross-border matters. The role suits mid-to-senior level solicitors with 3-8 PQE and strong High Court and CAT experience, with opportunities to mentor juniors and lead on complex matters.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Buchanan is seeking a Competition Litigation Associate to join its renowned Competition, Regulation and Trade practice in London. You will handle high-value disputes and advise major corporates, collaborating with a global team on cross-border matters. The role suits mid-to-senior level solicitors with 3-8 PQE and strong High Court and CAT experience, with opportunities to mentor juniors and lead on complex matters.
Overview An elite US law firm is seeking a Structured Credit Associate to join its London practice. The team advises major investment banks, asset managers and financial institutions on a broad range of structured finance, derivatives and securitisation transactions, working closely with its US derivatives and structured finance platform. This opportunity is ideally suited to a 1-4 years' PQE associate with genuine experience in structured finance or securitisation, ideally with exposure to CLOs or broader structured credit products. The role offers rare exposure across multiple structured finance asset classes within a highly regarded global platform. What You'll Do Advise investment banks, asset managers and financial institutions on structured credit transactions. Support the structuring and execution of derivatives, CLOs and asset-backed finance transactions. Draft and negotiate key transaction documentation across structured finance products. Work on cross-border structured finance and securitisation mandates alongside US teams. Assist on repackaging transactions, programme modifications and structured product issuance. Gain exposure across multiple structured credit workstreams rather than being siloed. Key areas include: CLOs and collateralised structures Derivatives and structured products Asset-backed finance and securitisation Repackaging and programme structuring About You 1-4 years' PQE gained at a recognised international or leading City law firm. Strong experience in structured finance, securitisation or structured credit. Exposure to CLOs or asset-backed products is highly desirable. Strong drafting skills and ability to manage structured transactions. Ability to work across multiple product areas within structured credit. Strong technical ability and attention to detail. Preferred experience: Experience at a Magic Circle, elite US or top-tier structured finance practice. Strong exposure to CLO transactions. Experience working on cross-border structured finance deals. Strong academic background. England & Wales qualification preferred. Why Apply? Opportunity to join a leading global corporate M&A and private equity platform. Exposure to high-value, complex cross-border transactions. Strong partner access and meaningful responsibility from early stage. Clear partner-track progression focus for ambitious lawyers. Broad exposure across M&A, PE and strategic investment work. Salary & Benefits Competitive City of London compensation package. Salary discussed directly with partners at final stage. No bonus structure (fully base salary driven). No formal billable hour targets. Focus on quality of work, development and engagement over hours. In-office culture with emphasis on collaboration and learning. The Process Multi-stage interview process led by partners. Stage 1: Interview with two lead partners (exploratory fit-focused discussion). Stage 2: Two further partner interviews focusing on technical capability and experience. Stage 3: Final sign-off meeting with senior leadership. Informal associate meetings may occur at any stage to assess cultural fit. No formal technical tests; emphasis is on experience, motivation and fit. Ready to take the next step? If you are a Corporate M&A / Private Equity Associate (4-5 PQE) seeking a high-quality international role in London.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Overview An elite US law firm is seeking a Structured Credit Associate to join its London practice. The team advises major investment banks, asset managers and financial institutions on a broad range of structured finance, derivatives and securitisation transactions, working closely with its US derivatives and structured finance platform. This opportunity is ideally suited to a 1-4 years' PQE associate with genuine experience in structured finance or securitisation, ideally with exposure to CLOs or broader structured credit products. The role offers rare exposure across multiple structured finance asset classes within a highly regarded global platform. What You'll Do Advise investment banks, asset managers and financial institutions on structured credit transactions. Support the structuring and execution of derivatives, CLOs and asset-backed finance transactions. Draft and negotiate key transaction documentation across structured finance products. Work on cross-border structured finance and securitisation mandates alongside US teams. Assist on repackaging transactions, programme modifications and structured product issuance. Gain exposure across multiple structured credit workstreams rather than being siloed. Key areas include: CLOs and collateralised structures Derivatives and structured products Asset-backed finance and securitisation Repackaging and programme structuring About You 1-4 years' PQE gained at a recognised international or leading City law firm. Strong experience in structured finance, securitisation or structured credit. Exposure to CLOs or asset-backed products is highly desirable. Strong drafting skills and ability to manage structured transactions. Ability to work across multiple product areas within structured credit. Strong technical ability and attention to detail. Preferred experience: Experience at a Magic Circle, elite US or top-tier structured finance practice. Strong exposure to CLO transactions. Experience working on cross-border structured finance deals. Strong academic background. England & Wales qualification preferred. Why Apply? Opportunity to join a leading global corporate M&A and private equity platform. Exposure to high-value, complex cross-border transactions. Strong partner access and meaningful responsibility from early stage. Clear partner-track progression focus for ambitious lawyers. Broad exposure across M&A, PE and strategic investment work. Salary & Benefits Competitive City of London compensation package. Salary discussed directly with partners at final stage. No bonus structure (fully base salary driven). No formal billable hour targets. Focus on quality of work, development and engagement over hours. In-office culture with emphasis on collaboration and learning. The Process Multi-stage interview process led by partners. Stage 1: Interview with two lead partners (exploratory fit-focused discussion). Stage 2: Two further partner interviews focusing on technical capability and experience. Stage 3: Final sign-off meeting with senior leadership. Informal associate meetings may occur at any stage to assess cultural fit. No formal technical tests; emphasis is on experience, motivation and fit. Ready to take the next step? If you are a Corporate M&A / Private Equity Associate (4-5 PQE) seeking a high-quality international role in London.
Buchanan's London office is seeking a Finance Associate with 2-5 years' PQE to join its leading US law firm client. You will advise on domestic and cross-border financing, and work closely with partners on sophisticated transactions. The role offers strong deal flow, collaboration with corporate and restructuring teams, and opportunities for direct client interaction, with a competitive US market-aligned compensation package.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Buchanan's London office is seeking a Finance Associate with 2-5 years' PQE to join its leading US law firm client. You will advise on domestic and cross-border financing, and work closely with partners on sophisticated transactions. The role offers strong deal flow, collaboration with corporate and restructuring teams, and opportunities for direct client interaction, with a competitive US market-aligned compensation package.
Overview A leading US law firm is seeking a Finance Associate to join its London team. The practice advises financial institutions, sponsors and corporate borrowers on complex domestic and cross-border financing transactions. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an associate with 2-5 years' PQE to join a growing team with strong deal flow, working closely with partners on sophisticated financing matters within a collaborative and high-performing environment. What You'll Do Advise on a range of financing transactions, including acquisition finance and broader banking matters. Draft and negotiate finance documentation such as facilities agreements, security documentation and intercreditor agreements. Support cross-border transactions involving sponsors, lenders and corporates. Work closely with corporate and restructuring teams on multi-disciplinary deals. Manage transaction workstreams while building direct relationships with clients. About You England & Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent common law qualification). 2-5 years' PQE gained at a leading US, Magic Circle or top international finance practice. Strong technical grounding in banking and finance transactions. Experience handling complex finance documentation and deal processes. Commercially minded with strong organisational and communication skills. Motivated to develop within a collaborative and fast-paced practice. Salary & Bonus Competitive US market-aligned compensation (NQ reference salary approximately £165,000). Salary progression aligned with PQE level (indicative range £191,000-£266,500). Performance-related bonus structure with enhanced bonus potential linked to productivity. Typical utilisation expectations around 1,800 hours annually. Why Apply? Opportunity to join a growing finance practice within a leading US firm. Exposure to complex domestic and cross-border financing transactions. Collaborative team culture with strong partner access. Strong development opportunities and long-term progression. International platform with premium clients and high-quality mandates. The Process Three-stage interview process involving partners and members of the team.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Overview A leading US law firm is seeking a Finance Associate to join its London team. The practice advises financial institutions, sponsors and corporate borrowers on complex domestic and cross-border financing transactions. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an associate with 2-5 years' PQE to join a growing team with strong deal flow, working closely with partners on sophisticated financing matters within a collaborative and high-performing environment. What You'll Do Advise on a range of financing transactions, including acquisition finance and broader banking matters. Draft and negotiate finance documentation such as facilities agreements, security documentation and intercreditor agreements. Support cross-border transactions involving sponsors, lenders and corporates. Work closely with corporate and restructuring teams on multi-disciplinary deals. Manage transaction workstreams while building direct relationships with clients. About You England & Wales qualified solicitor (or equivalent common law qualification). 2-5 years' PQE gained at a leading US, Magic Circle or top international finance practice. Strong technical grounding in banking and finance transactions. Experience handling complex finance documentation and deal processes. Commercially minded with strong organisational and communication skills. Motivated to develop within a collaborative and fast-paced practice. Salary & Bonus Competitive US market-aligned compensation (NQ reference salary approximately £165,000). Salary progression aligned with PQE level (indicative range £191,000-£266,500). Performance-related bonus structure with enhanced bonus potential linked to productivity. Typical utilisation expectations around 1,800 hours annually. Why Apply? Opportunity to join a growing finance practice within a leading US firm. Exposure to complex domestic and cross-border financing transactions. Collaborative team culture with strong partner access. Strong development opportunities and long-term progression. International platform with premium clients and high-quality mandates. The Process Three-stage interview process involving partners and members of the team.
Overview A leading international law firm is seeking a Corporate Real Estate (Real Estate Private Equity) Associate to join its London practice. The team advises sponsors, corporates and investment clients on complex real estate-led corporate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures. This opportunity is ideally suited to a 2-6 years' PQE associate with a strong corporate M&A background and an interest in real estate private equity and investment-driven transactions. The role sits at the intersection of corporate and real estate, offering exposure to high-value, cross-border mandates within a leading international platform. What You'll Do Advise on a broad range of corporate real estate and real estate private equity transactions. Support acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures involving real estate assets. Draft and negotiate key transactional documentation including SPAs, JV agreements and investment structures. Work across corporate, funds, finance and tax teams on complex multi-disciplinary matters. Assist on high-value UK and cross-border investment and sponsor-led transactions. Gain exposure to institutional investors and private equity real estate mandates. Key areas include: Real estate private equity transactions Corporate M&A involving real estate assets Joint ventures and co-investment structures Cross-border investment and disposal work About You 2-6 years' PQE gained at a recognised international or leading City law firm. Strong corporate M&A experience with exposure to real estate or investment structures. Experience working on joint ventures, private equity or sponsor-led transactions. Strong drafting skills and ability to manage full transactional workstreams. Ability to work seamlessly across corporate and real estate teams. Strong commercial awareness and client-facing capability. Preferred experience Exposure to real estate private equity or fund structures. Experience working on cross-border or international transactions. Understanding of investment structures involving real estate assets. Strong academic background. England & Wales qualification preferred, though Irish-qualified lawyers considered with relevant experience. Why Apply? Opportunity to join a growing corporate real estate / real estate private equity practice within a major international firm. Exposure to complex, high-value cross-border transactions. Close collaboration with leading corporate, funds and real estate teams globally. Strong partner access and early responsibility within a lean team structure. Excellent platform for development in investment-driven real estate work. Salary & Benefits Competitive City of London compensation package. Salary discussed directly with partners at final stage. No bonus structure (compensation fully reflected in base salary). No formal billable hour targets. Informal utilisation range of approximately 1,500-2,000 hours. Flexible, non-target-driven culture compared to peer firms. The Process Multi-stage interview process led by partners. Stage 1: Interview with two lead partners (exploratory fit-focused discussion). Stage 2: Two further partner interviews focusing on technical capability and experience. Stage 3: Final sign-off meeting with senior leadership. Informal associate meetings may occur at any stage to assess cultural fit. No formal technical tests; emphasis is on experience, motivation and fit.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Overview A leading international law firm is seeking a Corporate Real Estate (Real Estate Private Equity) Associate to join its London practice. The team advises sponsors, corporates and investment clients on complex real estate-led corporate transactions, including acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures. This opportunity is ideally suited to a 2-6 years' PQE associate with a strong corporate M&A background and an interest in real estate private equity and investment-driven transactions. The role sits at the intersection of corporate and real estate, offering exposure to high-value, cross-border mandates within a leading international platform. What You'll Do Advise on a broad range of corporate real estate and real estate private equity transactions. Support acquisitions, disposals and joint ventures involving real estate assets. Draft and negotiate key transactional documentation including SPAs, JV agreements and investment structures. Work across corporate, funds, finance and tax teams on complex multi-disciplinary matters. Assist on high-value UK and cross-border investment and sponsor-led transactions. Gain exposure to institutional investors and private equity real estate mandates. Key areas include: Real estate private equity transactions Corporate M&A involving real estate assets Joint ventures and co-investment structures Cross-border investment and disposal work About You 2-6 years' PQE gained at a recognised international or leading City law firm. Strong corporate M&A experience with exposure to real estate or investment structures. Experience working on joint ventures, private equity or sponsor-led transactions. Strong drafting skills and ability to manage full transactional workstreams. Ability to work seamlessly across corporate and real estate teams. Strong commercial awareness and client-facing capability. Preferred experience Exposure to real estate private equity or fund structures. Experience working on cross-border or international transactions. Understanding of investment structures involving real estate assets. Strong academic background. England & Wales qualification preferred, though Irish-qualified lawyers considered with relevant experience. Why Apply? Opportunity to join a growing corporate real estate / real estate private equity practice within a major international firm. Exposure to complex, high-value cross-border transactions. Close collaboration with leading corporate, funds and real estate teams globally. Strong partner access and early responsibility within a lean team structure. Excellent platform for development in investment-driven real estate work. Salary & Benefits Competitive City of London compensation package. Salary discussed directly with partners at final stage. No bonus structure (compensation fully reflected in base salary). No formal billable hour targets. Informal utilisation range of approximately 1,500-2,000 hours. Flexible, non-target-driven culture compared to peer firms. The Process Multi-stage interview process led by partners. Stage 1: Interview with two lead partners (exploratory fit-focused discussion). Stage 2: Two further partner interviews focusing on technical capability and experience. Stage 3: Final sign-off meeting with senior leadership. Informal associate meetings may occur at any stage to assess cultural fit. No formal technical tests; emphasis is on experience, motivation and fit.
Buchanan, a premier international law firm, seeks a Corporate Real Estate (Real Estate Private Equity) Associate to join its London office. The role blends corporate M&A with real estate investment structures and cross-border mandates. Ideal candidates have 2-6 years' PQE with strong M&A and real estate exposure, and excellent drafting and client-facing skills. Join a leading platform with sponsor-led and cross-border transactions.
Aug 25, 2026
Full time
Buchanan, a premier international law firm, seeks a Corporate Real Estate (Real Estate Private Equity) Associate to join its London office. The role blends corporate M&A with real estate investment structures and cross-border mandates. Ideal candidates have 2-6 years' PQE with strong M&A and real estate exposure, and excellent drafting and client-facing skills. Join a leading platform with sponsor-led and cross-border transactions.
Buchanan in London is recruiting an Investment Funds Lawyer at 1-3 PQE to join its high calibre funds team. This role offers exposure to sophisticated fund formation and advisory work within a market leading platform. The successful candidate will draft LPAs and fund documents, advise on carried interest and waterfalls, and support fundraising across US/UK/EU jurisdictions, with strong partner access from an early stage.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Buchanan in London is recruiting an Investment Funds Lawyer at 1-3 PQE to join its high calibre funds team. This role offers exposure to sophisticated fund formation and advisory work within a market leading platform. The successful candidate will draft LPAs and fund documents, advise on carried interest and waterfalls, and support fundraising across US/UK/EU jurisdictions, with strong partner access from an early stage.
About the job Investment Funds Lawyer - International Firm London A leading US law firm is seeking to appoint a 1-3 PQE Investment Funds Associate into its highly regarded London Investment Funds practice, as part of continued expansion driven by sustained global client demand and consistently strong transactional activity across private capital markets. This represents a rare opportunity to join a market-leading platform at entry level, offering immediate exposure to some of the most sophisticated fund formation and advisory work in the market, within one of the most prominent and high-performing investment funds teams globally. The Investment Funds practice sits at the heart of the firm's broader private capital platform, advising many of the world's leading private equity houses, asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, and institutional investors on the structuring, formation, and operation of complex investment vehicles. The team is widely recognised for its involvement in: Private equity fund formation and structuring across multiple jurisdictions Secondary transactions, continuation funds, and complex fund restructurings Co-investment structures and managed accounts Advisory work across fund terms, governance, and regulatory frameworks High-value cross-border mandates involving leading global sponsors and institutional LPs This is a highly technical and intellectually demanding area of practice, where associates develop a deep understanding of both legal structuring and commercial fund economics. Day-to-day responsibilities typically include: Drafting and negotiating limited partnership agreements (LPAs) and key fund documentation Advising on carried interest structures, waterfall mechanics, and fee arrangements Supporting on fundraising processes, including investor negotiations and due diligence Working closely with sponsors on structuring investment platforms and fund vehicles Coordinating cross-border elements across US, UK, EU, and offshore jurisdictions Advising on evolving regulatory and compliance considerations impacting private funds Associates gain early exposure to the commercial drivers behind fund structures, including alignment of interest, investor protections, and long-term capital deployment strategies. Candidate Profile The firm is seeking ambitious and high-calibre 1-3 PQE lawyers who can demonstrate: A strong academic background and training from a leading City or international firm Exposure to investment funds, asset management, private equity, or broader corporate transactional work Excellent technical drafting ability and strong attention to detail A genuine interest in private capital markets and fund structuring Commercial awareness and the ability to understand investor and sponsor priorities A proactive, intellectually curious mindset with strong teamwork skills Prior investment funds experience is advantageous but not essential, with the team open to candidates from strong corporate or finance training backgrounds. Platform & Environment Part of a top-tier global private capital platform Exposure to some of the most sophisticated sponsors and institutional investors globally Strong integration with US, European, and Asia offices A highly collaborative environment with direct partner access from early stage Culture focused on technical excellence, client service, and long-term development Why This Role Stands Out Opportunity to join a global market leader in investment funds at NQ level Immediate exposure to high-value, cross-border fund formation work Direct involvement with some of the largest and most sophisticated fund managers in the world Exceptional platform for long-term career development in private capital markets Early responsibility in a team known for high performance and technical depth Strong deal flow driven by a dominant global private equity client base Compensation & Structure Market-leading US compensation package (Cravath scale) Highly competitive bonus structure aligned with top-tier US firms Additional discretionary rewards depending on performance Consistently strong hours driven by high-volume, high-value mandates Culture & Expectations The team operates within a high-performance but highly collegiate environment, where associates are expected to demonstrate: Strong technical ability and attention to detail Commercial thinking and proactive contribution to matters Commitment to excellence in a fast-paced, transaction-driven practice A collaborative mindset within a global team structure This is a standout opportunity for an NQ lawyer looking to enter one of the most prestigious and fast-moving areas of private capital markets.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
About the job Investment Funds Lawyer - International Firm London A leading US law firm is seeking to appoint a 1-3 PQE Investment Funds Associate into its highly regarded London Investment Funds practice, as part of continued expansion driven by sustained global client demand and consistently strong transactional activity across private capital markets. This represents a rare opportunity to join a market-leading platform at entry level, offering immediate exposure to some of the most sophisticated fund formation and advisory work in the market, within one of the most prominent and high-performing investment funds teams globally. The Investment Funds practice sits at the heart of the firm's broader private capital platform, advising many of the world's leading private equity houses, asset managers, sovereign wealth funds, and institutional investors on the structuring, formation, and operation of complex investment vehicles. The team is widely recognised for its involvement in: Private equity fund formation and structuring across multiple jurisdictions Secondary transactions, continuation funds, and complex fund restructurings Co-investment structures and managed accounts Advisory work across fund terms, governance, and regulatory frameworks High-value cross-border mandates involving leading global sponsors and institutional LPs This is a highly technical and intellectually demanding area of practice, where associates develop a deep understanding of both legal structuring and commercial fund economics. Day-to-day responsibilities typically include: Drafting and negotiating limited partnership agreements (LPAs) and key fund documentation Advising on carried interest structures, waterfall mechanics, and fee arrangements Supporting on fundraising processes, including investor negotiations and due diligence Working closely with sponsors on structuring investment platforms and fund vehicles Coordinating cross-border elements across US, UK, EU, and offshore jurisdictions Advising on evolving regulatory and compliance considerations impacting private funds Associates gain early exposure to the commercial drivers behind fund structures, including alignment of interest, investor protections, and long-term capital deployment strategies. Candidate Profile The firm is seeking ambitious and high-calibre 1-3 PQE lawyers who can demonstrate: A strong academic background and training from a leading City or international firm Exposure to investment funds, asset management, private equity, or broader corporate transactional work Excellent technical drafting ability and strong attention to detail A genuine interest in private capital markets and fund structuring Commercial awareness and the ability to understand investor and sponsor priorities A proactive, intellectually curious mindset with strong teamwork skills Prior investment funds experience is advantageous but not essential, with the team open to candidates from strong corporate or finance training backgrounds. Platform & Environment Part of a top-tier global private capital platform Exposure to some of the most sophisticated sponsors and institutional investors globally Strong integration with US, European, and Asia offices A highly collaborative environment with direct partner access from early stage Culture focused on technical excellence, client service, and long-term development Why This Role Stands Out Opportunity to join a global market leader in investment funds at NQ level Immediate exposure to high-value, cross-border fund formation work Direct involvement with some of the largest and most sophisticated fund managers in the world Exceptional platform for long-term career development in private capital markets Early responsibility in a team known for high performance and technical depth Strong deal flow driven by a dominant global private equity client base Compensation & Structure Market-leading US compensation package (Cravath scale) Highly competitive bonus structure aligned with top-tier US firms Additional discretionary rewards depending on performance Consistently strong hours driven by high-volume, high-value mandates Culture & Expectations The team operates within a high-performance but highly collegiate environment, where associates are expected to demonstrate: Strong technical ability and attention to detail Commercial thinking and proactive contribution to matters Commitment to excellence in a fast-paced, transaction-driven practice A collaborative mindset within a global team structure This is a standout opportunity for an NQ lawyer looking to enter one of the most prestigious and fast-moving areas of private capital markets.
Overview An elite US law firm is looking for a Restructuring Associate (NQ -3rd year) to join their London office. The successful candidate will advise private investment firms, corporates, and facility borrowers on both UK and cross-border restructurings and insolvencies across a range of sectors, delivering strategic, practical solutions. What You'll Do Assist in managing and executing complex restructuring and insolvency projects. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop and implement effective restructuring strategies. Conduct financial analysis and modelling to support restructuring initiatives. Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for stakeholders. Monitor industry trends and regulatory developments affecting restructuring and insolvency matters. Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. About You Newly qualified (or due to qualify in March 2026) up to 3rd year of post-qualification experience in restructuring or insolvency. Strong analytical and financial modelling skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects simultaneously. Knowledge of UK and cross-border restructuring and insolvency processes. Why Apply? Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the London market. Exposure to high-profile, complex restructuring matters across multiple industry sectors. Opportunity to work closely with leading clients and a highly regarded international team. Supportive and collaborative environment fostering professional development and career progression
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Overview An elite US law firm is looking for a Restructuring Associate (NQ -3rd year) to join their London office. The successful candidate will advise private investment firms, corporates, and facility borrowers on both UK and cross-border restructurings and insolvencies across a range of sectors, delivering strategic, practical solutions. What You'll Do Assist in managing and executing complex restructuring and insolvency projects. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to develop and implement effective restructuring strategies. Conduct financial analysis and modelling to support restructuring initiatives. Prepare reports, presentations, and documentation for stakeholders. Monitor industry trends and regulatory developments affecting restructuring and insolvency matters. Ensure compliance with all relevant legal and regulatory requirements. About You Newly qualified (or due to qualify in March 2026) up to 3rd year of post-qualification experience in restructuring or insolvency. Strong analytical and financial modelling skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships. Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team, managing multiple projects simultaneously. Knowledge of UK and cross-border restructuring and insolvency processes. Why Apply? Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with the London market. Exposure to high-profile, complex restructuring matters across multiple industry sectors. Opportunity to work closely with leading clients and a highly regarded international team. Supportive and collaborative environment fostering professional development and career progression
Buchanan, a leading US law firm, seeks a Restructuring Associate (NQ-3) for its London office to advise on UK and cross-border restructurings and insolvencies for private investment firms, corporates, and facility borrowers across sectors. You will assist in complex projects, collaborate with clients and internal teams, perform financial analysis and modelling, and prepare reports and documentation for stakeholders.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Buchanan, a leading US law firm, seeks a Restructuring Associate (NQ-3) for its London office to advise on UK and cross-border restructurings and insolvencies for private investment firms, corporates, and facility borrowers across sectors. You will assist in complex projects, collaborate with clients and internal teams, perform financial analysis and modelling, and prepare reports and documentation for stakeholders.
About the job Corporate Energy Associate - 1-4 PQE - London We are building early-stage pipeline for a Corporate Associate opportunity at one of London's most distinctive and specialist international energy practices. This is not yet a fully live mandate the team is planning ahead proactively but there is genuine intent to hire, no candidates currently in process, and a real opportunity for the right profile to get ahead of the market. The Firm & Team This is a unique platform in the London legal market. The firm is the only law firm in London solely dedicated to energy transactions, finance, projects and dispute resolution, giving it a market position that no generalist competitor can replicate. The Corporate team sits within this specialist energy context, advising on complex, cross-border transactions across Africa, the Middle East and the United States with a primary focus on oil and gas one of the most technically demanding and internationally complex deal environments in the market. The firm has a unique position in the London legal market and demonstrates particular strength in upstream oil and gas financing as well as the development of floating LNG projects. Its lawyers regularly handle restructurings and a range of M&A work across the sector, with clients including major financial institutions and energy companies as well as private equity-backed new entrants. The firm's global reach extends to Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin America. Chambers Global 2026 recognised the firm as a global leader in energy, finance and infrastructure, awarding Band 1 rankings for both USA: Energy: Oil & Gas and UK: Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas, with clients praising the firm's cross-border capabilities and depth in complex energy and infrastructure matters. The Corporate team itself is close-knit and highly collaborative - described internally as a "wolf pack" in the best sense - where lawyers work across all partners and matters rather than in silos. The culture is energetic, outgoing, and commercially driven without being overly rigid or hierarchical. Personality fit and team integration are as important as technical ability. The Work The deal flow reflects the firm's genuinely distinctive global network. Associates in this team work on cross-border corporate transactions spanning oil and gas acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures, complex multi-jurisdictional M&A and project-related corporate structures often involving African and Middle Eastern counterparties, including sovereign and government entities, and coordinating across multiple time zones and legal systems simultaneously. Renewables and energy transition work is a growing area alongside the core oil and gas practice. This is not siloed or narrowly defined work. It is the kind of complex, sometimes unpredictable, international transactional environment where lawyers develop broad judgment and deep commercial instinct quickly. Why This Opportunity? The compensation is benchmarked against leading US firm rates NQ salaries in the region of £158,000-£171,000 meaning candidates are not trading pay to move. What they are gaining is a materially different working environment: more collaborative, more team-oriented, and more trust-based than the typical high-intensity US firm model, with genuine flexibility for those who deliver. The team actively supports the development of its lawyers and is willing to bring on slightly more junior candidates if the fit is right and the ambition is clear. Crucially, there are no candidates currently in play. This is a genuine pipeline opportunity for a well-positioned candidate to be first to the table. What They Are Looking For The team is targeting corporate lawyers at 1-4 PQE. Backgrounds from US or international firms are strongly preferred given the nature of the cross-border work, though strong candidates from UK firms with relevant energy and international exposure will be considered. Non-negotiable requirements include solid corporate transactional experience, genuine exposure to cross-border and multi-jurisdictional deal execution, and critically experience in or a strong interest in the energy sector, particularly oil and gas. Africa-related transaction experience is a significant advantage given the complexity of the jurisdictions involved. Behaviourally, the team is looking for someone who is outgoing, commercially minded, comfortable with ambiguity and fast-moving deal environments, and who genuinely wants to be part of a tight-knit, collaborative team rather than a large hierarchical machine. Candidates without cross-border experience or energy sector exposure will not be considered. In-house backgrounds are not preferred unless directly relevant. Given the pipeline nature of this opportunity, timing and feedback may be slower than a fully live search. We are collecting strong CVs now to present ahead of the formal process opening.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
About the job Corporate Energy Associate - 1-4 PQE - London We are building early-stage pipeline for a Corporate Associate opportunity at one of London's most distinctive and specialist international energy practices. This is not yet a fully live mandate the team is planning ahead proactively but there is genuine intent to hire, no candidates currently in process, and a real opportunity for the right profile to get ahead of the market. The Firm & Team This is a unique platform in the London legal market. The firm is the only law firm in London solely dedicated to energy transactions, finance, projects and dispute resolution, giving it a market position that no generalist competitor can replicate. The Corporate team sits within this specialist energy context, advising on complex, cross-border transactions across Africa, the Middle East and the United States with a primary focus on oil and gas one of the most technically demanding and internationally complex deal environments in the market. The firm has a unique position in the London legal market and demonstrates particular strength in upstream oil and gas financing as well as the development of floating LNG projects. Its lawyers regularly handle restructurings and a range of M&A work across the sector, with clients including major financial institutions and energy companies as well as private equity-backed new entrants. The firm's global reach extends to Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Latin America. Chambers Global 2026 recognised the firm as a global leader in energy, finance and infrastructure, awarding Band 1 rankings for both USA: Energy: Oil & Gas and UK: Energy & Natural Resources: Oil & Gas, with clients praising the firm's cross-border capabilities and depth in complex energy and infrastructure matters. The Corporate team itself is close-knit and highly collaborative - described internally as a "wolf pack" in the best sense - where lawyers work across all partners and matters rather than in silos. The culture is energetic, outgoing, and commercially driven without being overly rigid or hierarchical. Personality fit and team integration are as important as technical ability. The Work The deal flow reflects the firm's genuinely distinctive global network. Associates in this team work on cross-border corporate transactions spanning oil and gas acquisitions and disposals, joint ventures, complex multi-jurisdictional M&A and project-related corporate structures often involving African and Middle Eastern counterparties, including sovereign and government entities, and coordinating across multiple time zones and legal systems simultaneously. Renewables and energy transition work is a growing area alongside the core oil and gas practice. This is not siloed or narrowly defined work. It is the kind of complex, sometimes unpredictable, international transactional environment where lawyers develop broad judgment and deep commercial instinct quickly. Why This Opportunity? The compensation is benchmarked against leading US firm rates NQ salaries in the region of £158,000-£171,000 meaning candidates are not trading pay to move. What they are gaining is a materially different working environment: more collaborative, more team-oriented, and more trust-based than the typical high-intensity US firm model, with genuine flexibility for those who deliver. The team actively supports the development of its lawyers and is willing to bring on slightly more junior candidates if the fit is right and the ambition is clear. Crucially, there are no candidates currently in play. This is a genuine pipeline opportunity for a well-positioned candidate to be first to the table. What They Are Looking For The team is targeting corporate lawyers at 1-4 PQE. Backgrounds from US or international firms are strongly preferred given the nature of the cross-border work, though strong candidates from UK firms with relevant energy and international exposure will be considered. Non-negotiable requirements include solid corporate transactional experience, genuine exposure to cross-border and multi-jurisdictional deal execution, and critically experience in or a strong interest in the energy sector, particularly oil and gas. Africa-related transaction experience is a significant advantage given the complexity of the jurisdictions involved. Behaviourally, the team is looking for someone who is outgoing, commercially minded, comfortable with ambiguity and fast-moving deal environments, and who genuinely wants to be part of a tight-knit, collaborative team rather than a large hierarchical machine. Candidates without cross-border experience or energy sector exposure will not be considered. In-house backgrounds are not preferred unless directly relevant. Given the pipeline nature of this opportunity, timing and feedback may be slower than a fully live search. We are collecting strong CVs now to present ahead of the formal process opening.
Buchanan in London is seeking a Corporate Energy Associate to join a specialist energy practice focused on cross-border oil & gas transactions, finance, projects, and dispute resolution. The team handles complex, multi-jurisdictional deals across Africa, the Middle East, and the United States, often with a highly collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 PQE with solid corporate transactional experience and strong exposure to energy sector work.
Aug 22, 2026
Full time
Buchanan in London is seeking a Corporate Energy Associate to join a specialist energy practice focused on cross-border oil & gas transactions, finance, projects, and dispute resolution. The team handles complex, multi-jurisdictional deals across Africa, the Middle East, and the United States, often with a highly collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 PQE with solid corporate transactional experience and strong exposure to energy sector work.