Corporate US Qualified Associate

City of London Temporary View Job Description
A leading international law firm is seeking a mid‑level US‑qualified associate to join its highly regarded US Securities practice in London. This is a broad role spanning ECM, DCM, cross‑border offerings and complex international transactions.
  • Interim opportunity with a top tier firm
  • Leading quality work

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious global law firm with a well‑established US Securities practice operating at the heart of international capital markets work. The team advises on high‑profile, cross‑border offerings into the US, working closely with leading investment banks and multi‑jurisdictional legal teams across the firm.

Job Description

In this role, you will:

  • Lead and negotiate transactions with appropriate supervision
  • Draft complex legal advice with minimal amendments
  • Supervise junior lawyers and contribute to team development
  • Provide commercial, client‑focused advice across ECM, DCM and cross‑border securities matters
  • Act for underwriting banks on equity offerings into the US
  • Support BD initiatives and take on client‑facing responsibilities
  • Work closely with ECM, DCM, Funds and Securitisation teams on new mandates

The Successful Applicant

  • 3-6 years' experience gained at a leading US or UK firm
  • A JD from a top US law school (strong LLMs may be considered)
  • ECM experience, ideally with exposure to foreign private issuer‑style transactions connected to the London Stock Exchange
  • Additional DCM or high‑yield experience (advantageous)
  • Excellent prospectus drafting skills and strong familiarity with SEC rules and practice
  • A collaborative mindset and the ability to deliver clear, commercial advice in a fast‑paced environment

What's on Offer

  • Exceptional exposure to premium cross‑border capital markets work
  • Opportunity to develop within a high‑performing, supportive and internationally recognised team
Contact
Nick Barker
Quote job ref
JN-032026-6965183
Phone number
+442072692103

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Corporate
Sector
Business Services
Location
City of London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Nick Barker
Consultant phone
+442072692103
Job reference
JN-032026-6965183