Asset & Aviation Finance Associate

Agnew O'Brien Global Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An internationally recognised offshore law firm is looking for an associate to join its asset and aviation finance practice in Dublin. The role requires commonwealth qualified lawyers with at least 3 years of post-qualification experience, with a strong focus on drafting and analytical skills. Candidates with a background in general finance are also encouraged to apply. The position offers an opportunity for professional growth in a collaborative environment, alongside a competitive financial package and mentorship.

Benefits

Competitive financial package

Comprehensive benefits

Structured mentoring

Long-term career prospects

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Prior exposure to asset or aviation finance advantageous.
• Strong candidates from general finance, banking or project finance will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Advise on complex, multi-jurisdictional aviation and asset finance transactions.
• Support innovative transactions and develop client relationships.
• Work closely with experienced practitioners across jurisdictions.

Skills

Strong drafting skills

Analytical skills

Commercial judgement

Ability to manage competing priorities

Education

Commonwealth qualified lawyer

Excellent academics

Job description

Job Details

An internationally recognised offshore law firm is seeking an associate to join its market-leading asset and aviation finance practice in Dublin. The team advises on complex, multi-jurisdictional aviation and asset finance transactions for banks, lessors, aircraft owners, arrangers and private equity sponsors, operating at the forefront of the global market.

The role offers exposure to a broad range of high-value leasing and financing matters, with direct partner access and responsibility for technically challenging work from an early stage. You will work closely with experienced practitioners across jurisdictions, supporting innovative transactions and developing strong client relationships within a highly collaborative environment.

Applicants should be commonwealth qualified lawyers with a minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience. Prior exposure to asset or aviation finance is advantageous, although strong candidates with a background in general finance, banking or project finance will also be considered. Excellent academics, strong drafting and analytical skills, sound commercial judgement and the ability to manage competing priorities are essential.

This position combines high-quality international work with a genuinely collaborative and supportive team environment, offering clear scope for progression and professional development. Dublin provides a mature legal and financial services hub with excellent international connectivity. A competitive financial package and comprehensive benefits are available, together with structured mentoring and long-term career prospects within a growing international practice.