Legal Counsel – Finance

Fry & Brown; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A European bank in London is looking for a Legal Counsel to support their growing business team. The role involves handling a variety of high-end transactions in a flexible hybrid working environment, allowing for an excellent work-life balance. Ideal candidates will have 4-6 years of experience and a strong background in general lending law. Join a supportive legal team and make a significant impact in the organization.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of post-qualification experience in legal counsel.
• Experienced in handling basic syndicated and sophisticated transactions.
• Capable of working independently and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Work on high-end transactions including project finance and sustainability-linked loans.
• Support a growing UK business team.
• Contribute significantly to the team’s success in a friendly environment.

Skills

General lending law

Ability to work independently

Comfortable in high-end transactions

Education

4-6 years post-qualification experience

Job description

Our client, a London branch of a European bank, is seeking a Legal Counsel to join their dynamic team in London. This role offers the chance to work on a broad spectrum of high-end transactions, including project finance, leverage finance, trade finance, social housing and sustainability-linked loans. With a flexible hybrid working model, this position provides an excellent work-life balance, allowing you to manage your time effectively and enjoy a supportive work environment.

The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of post-qualification experience. This role requires a general lending lawyer who can handle a variety of tasks, from basic syndicated lending to more sophisticated transactions. You should be comfortable working independently and efficiently, without the need for extensive training, and be approachable to the business. Joining a friendly legal team focussed on supporting a growing UK business team, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the team's success.

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact Tracy Brown on 020 3743 0695 or email [e-mail]