Supervising Associate - Banking

Overview

Our leveraged and acquisition finance team operates as a fully integrated global practice acting for banks, sponsors, corporates, credit funds and alternative lenders on some of the most complex, challenging and innovative transactions worldwide. Our practice is broad and includes acting on public bids, private acquisitions and other event driven financings, leveraged financings, investment grade loans, working capital facilities, asset backed and receivables financings and trade financings as well as general corporate treasury matters.

Our team has the characteristics you’d expect from a top tier global legal practice.  We act for first class clients doing headline-making cross-border transactions, we have the highest standards and demand a lot from ourselves and each other and we’re passionate about our clients and the work we do.  We believe that having all types of people from all types of backgrounds provides a variety of approach and thought which helps our business be both creative and dynamic.

The attributes we’ll be looking for in the person that joins us are of course good academics but also a real interest in business and commerce.  You’ll have strong transactional and acquisition / leveraged finance experience gained from working in an international or leading UK firm. You’ll want to be a part of a diverse, hard-working and progressive team that you will play a key role in helping to grow.  And you’ll want to have a career you’re proud of and that you enjoy. 

Main Duties & Responsibilities

We have an ambitious strategy to grow our Private Equity and Acquisition Finance offering across both our banking and corporate teams and we are now looking for clever, ambitious and commercially minded senior associates (5+ PQE) with specialist mid-market Leveraged / Acquisition Finance experience to join our growing banking team.

The successful candidate will work as part of our full service team of partners, associates, trainees and paralegals on complex and innovative transactions for our national and international client base.

Candidates will have a good range of both transactional and general banking experience, ideally gained from working within an international or leading regional firm.

Person specification

• Excellent academics.
• Applicants will ideally have at least 5 PQE, which will have been gained at another international or leading regional firm.
• Strong client focus with an ability and willingness to get actively involved in marketing and business development.
• Commercially driven.
• Able to work effectively as part of a diverse and inclusive team.
• Flexibility and a willingness to work additional hours on occasion as required.

Here at Simmons & Simmons

Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.

Key Highlights:

• Competitive compensation package (including bonuses dependent on role/level) private medical insurance, and pension contribution.
• A global skills academy offering extensive learning opportunities for all employees.
• A hybrid working model, requiring a minimum of three days in-office, subject to role and client needs.
• Integration of traditional legal expertise with innovative Simmons & Simmons Solutions.
• Recognition as a Stonewall Top Global Employer and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility.
• Vibrant social and sports committees, as well as art collections featuring renowned artists.
• The introduction of a Strategic Advisory Council to drive strategic initiatives in line with our mission.

Equal opportunities

We foster an inclusive environment, offering equal employment opportunities across all spectrums of race, ethnicity, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, and more. Requests for flexible working arrangements are supported (where possible), and we strive to make our roles accessible to all. Our employee networks offer additional support, detailed in our D&I Information booklet provided during the recruitment process.

We value diversity and encourage applications from those who are passionate and willing to grow with us, even if not all requirements are met. Your unique experiences and perspectives are welcomed here.

For more information or to apply, please contact our Recruitment Team or visit our career page.