Leveraged Finance Lawyer - London

We are actively looking for a Leveraged Finance Lawyer to join our dynamic team at Axiom, working with diverse clients across multiple sectors. In this pivotal role, you will deliver practical and business-oriented legal counsel on intricate leveraged and acquisition finance transactions. Collaborating closely with lenders, borrowers, private equity sponsors…

Lewis Associates is seeking an experienced Associate Banking and Leverage Finance Attorney to join our dynamic team in London. You will be responsible for providing expert legal counsel in banking and leverage finance, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and supporting our clients in complex financial transactions. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney looking to advance their career in a fast-paced environment.

We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Banking & Finance Lawyer to collaborate with a diverse range of Axiom clients across various industries.Responsibilities:Delivering practical in-house legal guidance and support on an extensive array of finance transactions, representing banks, borrowers, and private equity firms on banking matters, including mid-market and investment grade, syndicated, and bilateral transactions.Providing advice on corporate lending transactions while representing both lenders and borrowers, as well as engaging in leveraged acquisition finance, project finance, and asset-backed/receivables finance transactions.Participating in the drafting, negotiation, and review of a wide variety of financing documents such as loan facility agreements, security documentation, intercreditor agreements, and ancillary documents.Advising on both domestic and cross-border transactions and managing external counsel when necessary.

Join Shawbrook Bank as the Director of Corporate Leverage, where you will play a pivotal role in steering our structured lending initiatives. In this high-impact position, you will leverage your extensive experience to develop and implement strategies that drive growth and enhance our market presence.As a leader in our Structured Lending department, you will oversee a team committed to delivering exceptional results, while fostering a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and excellence.

Join our dynamic team as an Infrastructure Finance Lawyer at Axiom, where you will work closely with high-profile clients on significant infrastructure and project finance transactions. In this role, you will deliver strategic legal guidance, expertly draft and negotiate financing documents, and oversee complex multi-jurisdictional deals. This is an exceptional opportunity to collaborate with leading organizations and provide innovative solutions for impactful projects.

At OakNorth, we are dedicated to empowering the most ambitious businesses across the UK. Since our inception in 2015, we have facilitated over $21 billion in loans throughout the UK and US, contributing to the creation of more than 58,000 new homes and 36,000 jobs, while supporting hundreds of thousands of individual savers — all in the name of strengthening the UK economy.Join Our Mission We are seeking an accomplished In-House Lawyer specializing in Banking and Finance transactions, particularly in Funds Finance and Structured Finance, to join our Legal and Transaction Management team in London. This pivotal role will require a candidate with extensive experience in a variety of banking and finance transactions, including funds finance and structured finance facilities. The ideal candidate will thrive under tight deadlines and embody the OakNorth values of teamwork and commitment to delivering exceptional products to our customers.

Axiom is on the lookout for a talented Securitisation Lawyer to join our esteemed network and assist clients with intricate structured finance transactions. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert counsel on securitisation frameworks, draft essential legal documents, and ensure adherence to regulatory standards. You will collaborate closely with leading financial institutions and stakeholders on both domestic and international transactions, delivering pragmatic, business-oriented solutions.

About the RoleAs an Associate Lawyer at Alaro, you will play a pivotal role in defining the future of an AI-driven law firm. Your objective will be to provide precise and timely legal counsel to our clients while streamlining our internal delivery processes. Collaborating with investment funds, fund managers, and other external stakeholders, you will receive mentorship from senior legal professionals and work hand-in-hand with our engineering and operations teams to enhance our systems, tools, and playbooks based on real-world legal matters.This position is highly influential; your contributions will directly affect client outcomes, drive business growth, and expedite our capacity to deliver high-quality legal services.Your ResponsibilitiesMatter Support: Assist with various matters related to investment funds and management, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key documents (LPAs, subscription agreements, etc.) under the supervision of senior attorneys.Risk Assessment: Analyze contract terms, recognize potential risks, and provide straightforward, actionable legal advice, aligning legal precision with the client’s business goals and timelines while escalating critical issues to senior lawyers as needed.Team Collaboration: Work closely with fellow legal professionals to ensure consistent high-quality results, share insights, and elevate team performance.Product Collaboration: Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to refine our service delivery models and tools, transforming feedback from actual matters into improved systems that enhance our impact.Template Development: Standardize and document recurring tasks into templates, precedents, and playbooks to enhance speed and consistency without compromising quality.Tooling Advocate: Promote the use of internal tools and workflows to accelerate routine tasks, allowing lawyers to focus more on strategic negotiations, critical decision-making, and client results.Who You AreWe seek lawyers who possess a strong sense of ownership and entrepreneurial spirit. You take pride in providing clear and timely legal judgments and are eager to innovate within the legal field, merging senior expertise with intelligent systems. You act quickly yet thoughtfully, driven by intellectual curiosity, thorough analysis, and principled decision-making.At Alaro, you will excel if you:Are a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE in private practice or in-house, with a solid background in investment funds and fund formation.

Position Title: Private Credit Lawyer (London) Entity: Kroll Bond Rating Agency UK Limited Employment Type: Full-time Location: London, United Kingdom Summary/Overview: Kroll Bond Rating Agency (KBRA) is a renowned global credit rating agency committed to establishing new benchmarks of excellence, integrity, and transparency, aspiring to be a reliable alternative in the credit ratings space. As a leader in private credit, KBRA is currently seeking enthusiastic and proactive funds or securitization lawyers to join its expanding European operations, focusing on private credit transactions throughout Europe, the UK, and the US. This role is based in our London office. About the Job: In this pivotal role, you will contribute significantly to the rating process, working across diverse fund investment and securitization transactions while evaluating and communicating the credit implications of deal structures, documentation, and other legal aspects. Key responsibilities include: Reviewing financing documents and pertinent fund- and/or asset-level documentation. Identifying potential credit impacts arising from transaction structures and documentation. Collaborating with rating analysts on relevant legal matters. Participating in rating committee discussions. Assisting the analytical team in preparing KBRA’s leading ratings and research reports. About the Team: Distinct from other rating agencies, KBRA’s Ratings Legal team collaborates closely with ratings analysts to pinpoint, assess, and articulate essential legal and credit features and risks within transaction structures. As integral members of the credit ratings groups, they contribute to research reports and methodology development while engaging in investor outreach. Ultimately, the lawyers within Ratings Legal play a crucial role in ensuring the quality, accuracy, timeliness, and consistency of KBRA’s ratings. About You: Qualified lawyer with 4-8 years post-qualification experience in fund finance, fund formation, and/or structured finance. Proven ability to take initiative and work autonomously, as well as collaboratively.

Join avantialaw as a Funds Lawyer and take your career to the next level! We are looking for a dedicated legal professional with a passion for financial law to work remotely from London. In this role, you will advise clients on a wide range of fund structures and regulations while collaborating with a team of experts in a dynamic and supportive environment.

Join our dynamic team as a Commercial Contracts Lawyer and collaborate with diverse Axiom clients across various industries.Key Responsibilities:Draft, review, and negotiate a wide array of commercial contracts, including vendor agreements, client contracts, licensing terms, and confidentiality agreements.Offer legal advice and support to internal stakeholders on contractual issues, focusing on risk identification, legal compliance, and exposure mitigation.Engage with cross-functional teams, including sales, procurement, and finance, to ensure that contract terms meet business goals, negotiate advantageous terms, and promptly address any contract-related conflicts.

We are actively searching for skilled Technology Lawyers to collaborate with a diverse range of clients at Axiom across various industries.Key Responsibilities:Assist in the drafting, negotiation, and review of technology contracts, including software licensing, technology development, and SaaS agreements.Offer legal counsel on intellectual property, data privacy, and regulatory compliance issues related to product development, consumer digital products, and app creation.Engage with cross-functional teams—such as product managers, developers, and business stakeholders—to ensure legal adherence and risk mitigation during technology transactions and product launches.Keep up-to-date with emerging AI regulations and ethical concerns, providing strategic insights into the legal implications of incorporating AI into technology solutions.

Join our dynamic team at AccorHotels as a Finance Assistant, where you will play a crucial role in supporting our financial operations. You will assist with daily financial tasks, ensuring accuracy and compliance while contributing to our mission of delivering exceptional hospitality services.

Corgi Insurance is growing its London team as it expands into the UK and EU. With $108 million raised and a focus on tech startups, the company operates under full regulatory compliance and uses AI to drive its insurance offerings. Role overview This Finance Associate position is entry-level and based in London, with both hybrid and on-site work options. The role covers a wide range of finance tasks, from processing expenses to analyzing vendor relationships. There is room to grow beyond traditional finance responsibilities. The team values initiative, reliability, and a hands-on approach to all aspects of finance operations. Key responsibilities Process expense reimbursements with accuracy and attention to detail. Review vendor relationships and internal workflows to find cost-saving opportunities. Maintain bookkeeping records, identifying trends or irregularities beyond simple data entry. Conduct finance-related research and work closely with colleagues. Communicate directly with vendors and represent the company’s interests in negotiations. Requirements Ready to take on any finance-related task, regardless of seniority. Trustworthy, reliable, and a strong team player. Solid numerical and analytical skills. Motivated to improve processes and excel in responsibilities. Comfortable with open and transparent communication. Work culture Emphasis on decision-making and action: progress is valued over perfection. High energy is expected, no matter the workload. Team members are encouraged to bring solutions, not just highlight problems. Internal competition is used to raise standards across the team. This role fits those eager to build and improve, not those looking to coast. Behaviors that will lead to immediate departure Participating in office politics or gossip. Reacting defensively to constructive feedback. Adding unnecessary processes instead of streamlining operations. Missing deadlines after making commitments. Compensation and details Based in London, with hybrid or on-site options. Salary: £40,000 to £60,000, plus equity. Compensation is based on capability, not just years of experience. How to apply Send a CV to sergio@corgi.com if a high-intensity, high-performance environment is appealing. Those who prefer a different pace are asked not to apply. Corgi Insurance aims to challenge the status quo in insurance and seeks team members who strive for more than mediocrity.

Join our dynamic team as an Insurance Lawyer at Axiom. We are looking for a skilled professional to enhance our legal bench.Key Responsibilities:Draft, review, and analyze insurance policies, contracts, and agreements to ensure compliance with legal standards and protect client interests.Offer expert legal counsel on a range of insurance matters, including coverage issues, claims management, and risk assessment.Work collaboratively with internal teams such as underwriters and claims handlers to deliver timely legal support and foster a proactive, solution-focused environment.

Company Overview Join Accordion, the innovative partner transforming the finance landscape. Positioned at the center of private equity, we connect sponsors and CFOs, utilizing data-driven financial consulting, advanced technology, and AI to unlock value for our clients. We support the CFO's office in comprehensive value creation initiatives, ensuring our clients thrive in a competitive marketplace. If you are eager for a challenging role that fosters growth, collaborate with over 1,400 finance and technology experts in a dynamic, supportive environment. As we expand our European presence, our London office offers a unique entrepreneurial opportunity to influence our regional footprint and accelerate growth, backed by a stable, industry-leading firm with headquarters in New York and 10 global offices. Partnering with top-tier private equity firms, we are a high-growth, entrepreneurial company seeking individuals who aspire to contribute to something remarkable. Make your impact with us! Strategic Finance Accordion's Strategic FP&A Practice collaborates with leading private equity firms worldwide to empower portfolio companies' finance teams. We enhance performance visibility, streamline planning, and leverage data analytics and business partnerships to catalyze value creation. By merging extensive operational FP&A expertise with data and technology capabilities, we develop and implement effective tools and processes to deliver solutions required in a fast-paced, PE-backed environment. This position is located in our London office. Ideal candidates should reside locally, with the flexibility to work remotely 1-2 days a week, offering a blend of efficiency and collaboration. What You’ll Do: As an Associate on a nimble, cross-functional team, you will engage with colleagues from diverse backgrounds in Private Equity, Investment Banking, FP&A, Big 4, and Financial Controllers to identify and address challenges across various scenarios. This role entails regular travel across Europe to collaborate with clients in relevant jurisdictions. Representative engagements include assisting a financial services company recently emerging from bankruptcy and transitioning ownership, where you will enhance visibility into their financial and operational performance.

Join Accor Hotels as a Finance Assistant in London, where you will play a pivotal role in supporting our finance team. Your responsibilities will include assisting with financial reporting, managing invoices, and ensuring compliance with financial regulations. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to kick-start their career in finance with a leading global hospitality brand.

Role overview The Finance Assistant at Sine Digital will help keep daily financial operations running smoothly in the London office. This position is responsible for supporting accurate record-keeping and ensuring transactions are processed efficiently. What you will do Maintain and update financial records to support company accuracy Process various financial transactions as part of routine operations Assist in preparing financial reports that contribute to business planning About Sine Digital Sine Digital works within the digital sector, focusing on solutions that drive measurable results. The finance team collaborates with other departments to help the company achieve its objectives.

We are actively searching for a General Lending Lawyer to collaborate with Axiom’s esteemed clients across diverse sectors. In this role, you will provide pragmatic, business-oriented legal counsel and assistance on a broad array of lending transactions. You will represent lenders, borrowers, and institutional clients in general lending matters, including both syndicated and bilateral loan agreements. Key Responsibilities:Deliver legal expertise and guidance on general lending transactions for both lenders and borrowers.Draft, negotiate, and review financing documentation, including loan facility agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, ancillary documents, and corporate authority documents.Oversee domestic and cross-border transactions while coordinating with external counsel.Engage with key stakeholders within the business.

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Commercial Contracts Lawyer to join our dynamic legal team at Jane Street. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, a deep understanding of commercial law, and a proven track record in negotiating and drafting complex contracts. Your expertise will be essential in ensuring that our contractual agreements align with the firm's strategic objectives and comply with relevant regulations.As a vital member of our team, you will collaborate closely with various departments, providing legal guidance on contractual matters and risk management. You will play a pivotal role in facilitating business transactions while safeguarding the company’s interests.