Associate (Finance – Capital Solutions)

Company: Ellaby Chamberlain Limited
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Location: London
Job Description:

Finance Associate (2–6 PQE) | Elite US Firm | London

An elite US law firm is seeking a talented Finance Associate (2–6 PQE) to join its highly regarded London finance practice.

The team advises a sophisticated client base of private credit funds, alternative capital providers and financial institutions on complex cross-border financing transactions. Associates benefit from direct client exposure, lean deal teams and working alongside market-leading partners on some of the most innovative transactions in the market.

The Role

You will work across a broad range of financing matters, including:

  • Direct lending transactions
  • Private credit and capital solutions mandates
  • Leveraged and acquisition finance
  • Special situations financings
  • Syndicated lending
  • Structured finance transactions

The practice is particularly active in advising creditors and capital providers on complex UK and international transactions.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

  • Be England & Wales qualified (or equivalent) with 1–6 years’ PQE
  • Have strong finance experience gained at a leading international, US or City law firm
  • Possess solid creditor-side finance experience
  • Have experience advising lenders, direct lenders, private credit funds or other capital providers
  • Exposure to private credit and/or capital solutions transactions is desirable, otherwise a strong interest in the area
  • Demonstrate excellent technical skills and strong academic credentials

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing London team at a firm renowned for:

  • Cross-border finance work
  • Market-leading compensation
  • Responsibility and client contact
  • Excellent long-term career progression prospects

For a confidential discussion, please contact Peter Redshaw at Ellaby Chamberlain.

Posted: August 1st, 2026