Finance Associate (2–4 PQE) – Paris

E&W Qualified | No French Language Required | Asset & Project Finance Focus

Are you an England & Wales–qualified finance lawyer considering an international move? A leading global law firm in Paris is looking to hire a talented Associate (2–4 PQE) to join its growing finance practice.

This is an opportunity for someone seeking high‑quality cross‑border work, exposure to both asset and project finance, and the chance to build a career in one of Europe’s most dynamic legal markets—without needing to speak French.

The Role

Sitting in a tight‑knit and highly collaborative team, you will work across a broad mix of:

• Asset Finance – with a strong emphasis on aviation finance
• Project Finance – spanning energy and infrastructure sectors
• Structured Finance – exposure to a truly varied range of matters

The partner leading the team is highly regarded in the market and trained at top-tier international firms. The team includes a dual-qualified Managing Associate and a blend of UK and French trainees, offering plenty of mentorship and support while giving you room to develop autonomy.

This hire will sit squarely between the senior and junior talent already in place, making it a pivotal and career-enhancing position.

Why This Role?

✅ Move to Paris with no French required

All current UK-qualified lawyers on the team have successfully qualified into the French Bar via equivalence. You will be fully supported through this process.

✅ High-quality, international finance work

The team’s deals include complex cross-border mandates featured publicly on the firm’s website — an ideal platform to build a strong international profile.

✅ A growing, ambitious practice

The partner and core team joined two years ago and continue to expand rapidly, benefiting from the support of a wider 20‑lawyer French finance group and four additional finance partners.

✅ Clear career pathway

Join initially as an employee, with the option to transition to a self‑employed contract later — a common model in the Paris market offering increased flexibility and earning potential.

Compensation is competitive within the Paris international market, with additional benefits aligned to the firm’s global structure.

Who Should Apply?

You will be a strong fit if you are:

• England & Wales qualified
• 2–4 years’ PQE in any area of finance (asset, project, banking, leveraged, structured — all welcomed)
• Interested in relocating to Paris and building a long-term international career
• Keen to join a friendly, high-performing, and entrepreneurial team environment

If you're exploring international opportunities or simply curious about what a move to Paris could look like, this role offers a rare blend of top-tier work, career progression, and lifestyle.