US Capital Markets Lawyer (ECM focus) - 2-4 PQE - London

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TOP US LAW FIRM - MARKET LEADING INT'L PRACTICE - SUPERB PACKAGE & PROSPECTS
Salary from £230,000 - £290,000 per annum + Bonus & Benefits
This premier US and international law firm have an excellent new opportunity for a further Associate to join their thriving US Capital Markets practice in London. The firm's Capital Markets team is consistently recognized as one of the top advisers on capital markets transactions, and has acted on some of the largest and most complex offerings worldwide. They are one of the few major law firms with a London office that can offer a truly integrated trans-Atlantic team capable of advising on complex high yield and leveraged loan transactions. The strength of their US practice operating out of London, alongside their English, French and German practices, has meant they have undertaken some of the highest-profile high yield offerings to date. The London team are presently seeking a US qualified capital markets associate, with around 2-4 years’ post-qualification experience, with a focus on equity capital markets, and ideally including experience in advising European and emerging markets based issuers. Key responsibilities will include: (i) advising clients on complex ECM transactions, including initial public offerings, placings, rights issues, and other equity offerings; (ii) supporting complex equity financings in close collaboration with debt capital markets, banking, and M&A teams; (iii) offering strategic guidance on regulatory compliance, governance, and market practices relevant to ECM; (iv) drafting, reviewing, and negotiating key transaction documents, ensuring alignment with client objectives and regulatory needs; and (v) collaborating with cross-border teams to deliver exceptional client service throughout each transaction lifecycle. The firm are seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic team player, with excellent communication and drafting skills, who can demonstrate initiative, and bring a strong commitment to delivering exceptional client service. Don't miss this superb London-based US Capital Markets opportunity - please apply now for details!