Junior to Mid-level Finance Associate (Legal)

Novus Executives; Wilmslow; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm is seeking a talented Junior to Mid-Level Finance Associate to join their dynamic finance team in Saudi Arabia. The ideal candidate should have 1-5 years PQE in finance law, be KSA-qualified, and possess strong language skills in Arabic and English. You will be involved in advising on various financial transactions and navigating compliance in the region. The firm offers a competitive package and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Opportunity to work on landmark transactions

Collaborative and growth-oriented environment

Ongoing training and career development

Qualifications

• 1-5 years PQE in finance law.
• Native-level Arabic and fluent English required.
• Experience in banking, project finance, debt markets, or banking regulations.

Responsibilities

• Advise on loan agreements and financial instruments.
• Structure and negotiate financing transactions.
• Advise on bond issuances and debt instruments.
• Navigate compliance in Saudi Arabia.

Skills

Banking and Finance advisory

Project Finance structuring

Debt Capital Markets advising

Banking Regulations compliance

Interpersonal Skills

Education

KSA-qualified lawyer

Job description

Job Title: Junior to Mid-Level Finance Associate

Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)

We are recruiting on behalf of a prestigious international law firm in their KSA office. The firm is seeking a talented Junior to Mid-Level Finance Associate to join their dynamic and market-leading finance team.

Key Responsibilities

• General Banking and Finance: Advising on loan agreements, syndications, and financial instruments.
• Project Finance: Structuring and negotiating infrastructure and energy financing transactions.
• Debt Capital Markets: Advising on bond issuances, sukuk, and debt instruments.
• Banking Regulations: Navigating compliance in Saudi Arabia.

Collaborate with seasoned lawyers across jurisdictions and support high-profile clients, including financial institutions, corporates, and government entities.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience: 1-5 years PQE in finance law.
• Legal Qualification: KSA-qualified lawyer (dual qualification advantageous).
• Language Skills: Native-level Arabic (written and spoken); fluency in English required.
• Finance Expertise: Experience in banking, project finance, debt markets, or banking regulations.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong analytical, commercial awareness, effective teamwork in fast-paced environments.

What We Offer

• A competitive remuneration package aligned with international standards.
• Opportunity to work on landmark transactions.
• Collaborative and growth-oriented environment.
• Ongoing training and career development.

If you are an ambitious finance lawyer seeking to join a top-tier international law firm in Saudi Arabia, we encourage you to apply!