Credit Funds Associate

Job Title: Credit Funds Associates Firm: Leading US Firm (London) Team: Private Credit / Credit Funds PQE: 1–3 PQE and 4+ PQE Overview A leading US firm in London is seeking to hire two associates into its high-performing Credit Funds team, one at the junior level (1–3 PQE) and one at the senior level (4+ PQE). The team is recognised for advising some of the most active private credit funds, direct lenders and alternative capital providers in the European market. The Role You will advise credit funds and institutional investors on a broad range of financing transactions, with a particular focus on direct lending and complex credit strategies.

Key responsibilities include: Advising private credit funds and direct lenders on mid-market and large-cap financings Acting on sponsor-backed and non-sponsor transactions, including unitranche, mezzanine and special situations Supporting fund clients across the lifecycle of investments, including origination, execution and portfolio management Drafting and negotiating finance documents, including facility agreements and intercreditor arrangements Working on cross-border transactions across Europe The Team Market-leading private credit platform with strong deal flow and continued investment Established relationships with top-tier credit funds and alternative lenders Lean deal teams, providing excellent exposure and early responsibility Collaborative, high-performing and commercially focused environment Candidate Profile England & Wales qualified 1–3 PQE or 4+ PQE with strong leveraged finance / private credit experience Experience acting for lenders or credit funds preferred Training from a leading City or international firm Strong academics and technical skillset Why Apply Opportunity to join a premium US platform at the forefront of private credit High-quality client base and market-leading transactions Clear progression and strong earning potential Excellent exposure to sponsors, funds and institutional investors For a confidential discussion or further information, please get in touch directly.