Legal Counsel (VP Level) - Loan Capital Markets - Global Financial Institution (3-5PQE+)

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a seasoned legal counsel to join their dynamic team in London. This VP-level role offers the chance to influence complex loan transactions across EMEA. Ideal candidates will have a robust background in banking and finance law, with expertise in syndicated lending and loan documentation. You'll collaborate with internal teams and external counsel, ensuring compliance and best practices throughout the deal lifecycle. If you're ready to take on a high-impact in-house role with a leading global financial institution, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with strong banking and finance experience.
• In-depth knowledge of LMA documentation and syndicated loan processes.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on syndicated and bilateral loan transactions across EMEA.
• Draft, negotiate, and review complex LMA loan documentation.

Skills

Banking & Finance Law

Syndicated Lending

Loan Documentation

Regulatory Frameworks

Stakeholder Engagement

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Qualified Lawyer (England & Wales)

Top-Tier Law Firm Training

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Legal Counsel (VP Level) - Loan Capital Markets - Global Financial Institution (3-5PQE+), London

Client:

The Stephen James Partnership

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

3

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

Job Description:

Are you a banking & finance lawyer with deep experience in syndicated lending and loan documentation?

Do you want to step into a high-impact in-house role where you’ll advise on complex loan transactions across EMEA?

If so, keep reading.

The Client

We are exclusively working with a globally recognised financial institution with a strong presence across capital markets and structured lending. Known for its collaborative legal team and high-calibre transactional work, the organisation offers an excellent platform for lawyers looking to work on complex, cross-border financing transactions within a high-performing environment.

The team is playing an increasingly strategic role across EMEA as the business grows its debt offering and transactional footprint. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced banking lawyer to step into a visible VP-level role with real influence across deal structuring, legal risk, and execution strategy.

The Role

• Provide legal advice on syndicated and bilateral loan transactions across EMEA
• Draft, negotiate, and review complex LMA loan documentation
• Liaise with internal teams, syndicate banks, and external counsel
• Lead transaction workstreams from structuring through to completion
• Ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory expectations, and best practice
• Act as a key contact for Loan Capital Markets originators, supporting the business across the deal lifecycle

The Profile

• Qualified lawyer (England & Wales) with strong banking and finance experience.
• Trained at a top-tier law firm, with in-house experience (preferred) at an investment bank.
• In-depth knowledge of LMA documentation and syndicated loan processes.
• Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks relevant to EMEA lending activity.
• Confident communicator with excellent drafting, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborative and commercially minded, with sound judgement and a proactive mindset.

What’s on offer

• Competitive six-figure salary + performance bonus
• EMEA transaction exposure with a leading global player
• Highly visible, collaborative legal team

If you're interested, please apply below or email me at [emailprotected]. We also offer a generous referral scheme, so feel free to share this with someone in your network who might be a good fit.