Aviation Finance Associate

IDEX Consulting; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-tier global law firm is seeking an Aviation Finance Associate to join its asset finance team in London. You will advise major airlines and financiers on complex cross-border transactions including aircraft acquisition and leasing. The ideal candidate has 3-6 years' PQE in aviation finance and a strong technical background. This role offers great exposure and opportunities for career progression within a collaborative culture.

Benefits

Exposure to high-calibre, international aviation finance work

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career progression and client development

Qualifications

• 3-6 years' PQE in aviation or wider asset finance within a top-tier firm.
• Strong technical grounding in structured finance and leasing.
• Enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, international environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise major airlines, lessors, financiers, and investors on cross-border transactions.
• Work on aircraft acquisition, leasing, structured finance, and portfolio trading.

Skills

3-6 years' PQE in aviation or asset finance

Strong technical grounding in structured finance

Excellent communication skills

Commercial mindset

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to take your aviation finance career to new heights? Our client, a top-tier global law firm, is seeking an ambitious Aviation Finance Associate (3-6 PQE) to join its market-leading asset finance team in London. You\'ll work alongside some of the most respected Lawyers in the sector, advising major airlines, lessors, financiers and investors on complex cross-border transactions spanning aircraft acquisition, leasing, structured finance and portfolio trading.

What\’s on offer

• Exposure to high-calibre, international aviation finance work
• A collaborative, forward-thinking culture within a globally recognised brand
• Genuine opportunities for career progression and client development
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

About you

• 3-6 years\' PQE in aviation or wider asset finance (within a top-tier firm or leading practice)
• Strong technical grounding in structured finance and leasing
• Commercial mindset, excellent communication skills and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic, international environment

How to apply

If you\'re looking to accelerate your career in a team that combines global reach with a supportive and ambitious culture please send your CV to [e-mail]

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