Cayman Islands Banking & Finance Associate

MRA Search; Greater London; On-site; GBP 89,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

MRA Search, in partnership with Conyers, seeks a Banking & Finance Associate to join its offshore practice in the Cayman Islands. The role involves advising banks, funds and borrowers on complex finance transactions, with exposure to multi‑jurisdictional matters and cross‑office collaboration.

Qualified candidates have 5–7 years PQE, strong drafting skills, and Cayman Islands Bar eligibility or waiver. Relocation to the Cayman Islands is required and a high‑calibre practice environment awaits.

Qualifications

• 5 - 7 years’ relevant PQE with broad finance experience gained in a recognised practice.
• Admitted, or eligible to be admitted to the Cayman Islands Bar (this means candidates who are admitted in Cayman, Australia, New Zealand, England & Wales, Scotland, Ireland, Canada, Singapore, Hong Kong, BVI (Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court) or Bermuda).
• Strong academics
• Excellent drafting skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines

Responsibilities

• Advise leading global banks, financial institutions, private credit funds, and corporate borrowers on a broad range of finance transactions.
• Guide clients through the full lifecycle of finance transactions, from structuring to closing and post-closing matters.
• Provide strategic counsel on a wide range of banking and finance matters, including fund finance deals.
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates, receiving mentorship and feedback.
• Work on complex multi-jurisdictional matters and engage with onshore and offshore teams.

Skills

PQE 5-7 years

Excellent communication

Business development

Education

Admitted to Cayman Islands Bar or eligible

Job description

MRA Search, in partnership with Conyers, seeks a Banking & Finance Associate to join its offshore practice in the Cayman Islands. The role involves advising banks, funds and borrowers on complex finance transactions, with exposure to multi‑jurisdictional matters and cross‑office collaboration.

Qualified candidates have 5–7 years PQE, strong drafting skills, and Cayman Islands Bar eligibility or waiver. Relocation to the Cayman Islands is required and a high‑calibre practice environment awaits.