Finance & Banking Lawyer

Overview

An organization is seeking experienced Banking & Finance Lawyers to support leading financial services and corporate clients across a broad range of financing, lending, and structured transaction matters. The role involves advising on commercial lending, secured finance, asset finance, and leasing transactions, while collaborating closely with business, risk, and operational stakeholders in fast-paced in-house environments. Ideal candidates will have strong technical expertise, commercial judgment, and the ability to operate independently across complex financing and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of financing documentation, including loan agreements, security documents, leasing arrangements, intercreditor agreements, and asset finance documentation.
• Advise clients on secured lending, syndicated lending, structured finance, asset-based financing, and equipment leasing transactions across various industries.
• Partner closely with internal stakeholders, investment teams, compliance, risk, and external counsel to support transaction execution and ongoing financing activities.
• Provide legal guidance on regulatory and compliance matters, including AML/KYC obligations, capital management considerations, and broader banking and financial services regulatory frameworks.
• Support portfolio management, amendments, restructurings, and other strategic financing initiatives while delivering practical, commercially focused legal advice.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years’ post-qualification experience with strong expertise in banking & finance, commercial lending, structured finance, asset finance, or secured transactions.
• Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating financing and security documentation in a law firm or in-house environment.
• Strong understanding of lending structures, collateral arrangements, and financial services regulatory considerations.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently in dynamic commercial environments.

Compensation & Benefits

• Highly competitive compensation and benefits package within the alternative legal services marketplace.
• Access to professional development resources and learning programs.
• Predominantly remote work, with some client assignments requiring on-site presence.

Location

This role supports clients across North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC regions.

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

The employer is committed to equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, citizenship status, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, military service, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request for individuals with disabilities to participate in the recruitment process.

Additional Information

Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of background checks, proof of identity, and legal authorization to work.

Consultancy arrangements may be considered for legal professionals preferring this model.

Applicants must ensure all information provided during the application process is accurate and complete.