Senior Associate – Banking, Finance & Capital Markets BASED IN LUXEMBOURG
The Role
A leading US law firm is looking to add a Senior Associate (5–8 PQE) to its Luxembourg finance platform. This is a front-line role working on high-value, cross-border transactions for private equity sponsors, global banks and credit funds.
You will be expected to take ownership of key aspects of transactions, run workstreams, and operate as a core member of deal teams.
What You’ll Do
* Lead on leveraged finance and acquisition finance transactions, acting for sponsors and lenders
* Advise on fund finance (subscription lines, NAV facilities) and complex structured lending arrangements
* Execute capital markets transactions, including high-yield issuances and EMTN programmes, with listings on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange
* Work on securitisation and structured finance deals, including SPV structuring under the Luxembourg Securitisation Law
* Structure and enforce security packages, including share pledges governed by the Luxembourg Financial Collateral Law
* Drive drafting and negotiation of key documents (credit agreements, intercreditor agreements, security documents)
* Interface directly with clients, opposing counsel and deal counterparties
* Coordinate multi-jurisdictional transactions across US, UK and EU teams
What We’re Looking For
* US, England & Wales or Luxembourg qualified
* 5–8 years’ experience at a top-tier international firm
* Strong background in leveraged finance, private credit or capital markets
* Proven ability to run transactions and manage junior lawyers
* Commercial, responsive and comfortable in a fast-paced deal environment
Why This Role
* Premium sponsor-side and lender-side work
* Lean teams with high levels of responsibility
* Direct client access and visibility
* US compensation structure aligned with top of market
* Clear path to Counsel / Partner for top performers