Banking and Finance Associate

NORTON ROSE FULBRIGHT (ASIA) LLP; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Rose Fulbright (Asia) LLP in Singapore is seeking a Junior-Mid level Associate to join its Banking and Finance practice. You will gain exposure to high-quality banking matters across cross-border and domestic transactions, including leveraged and acquisition finance, syndicated lending, and structured lending.

We are seeking an Associate with strong drafting skills and the ability to work under supervision while contributing to a collaborative, international team.

Qualifications

• 2+ years UK-equivalent PQE in banking and finance.
• Qualified in Singapore, England & Wales or equivalent.
• Strong drafting and legal skills.
• Excellent academic record.
• Experience with cross-border transactions advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cross-border and domestic banking transactions.
• Draft and review financing documents.
• Support senior lawyers with case management.
• Provide practical, business-oriented advice to clients.
• Work as part of a collaborative international team.

Skills

Legal drafting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Under pressure

Initiative

Education

PQE 2+ years

Qualified in Singapore/UK

Job description

In search of a Junior-Mid level Associate to join our Banking and Finance practice in Singapore.

Our growing banking and finance practice is led by three partners and advises across the full spectrum of legal banking and finance matters, representing parties ranging from senior lenders, mezzanine lenders and private credit funds on the creditor side and multinational corporates, investment grade and non-investment grade borrowers and issuers and funds across various jurisdictions in South East Asia and the Asia Pacific.

As part of the collaborative and supportive team at Norton Rose Fulbright, you will gain exposure to high-quality banking and finance matters, providing an excellent career development opportunity. You will be involved in both cross-border and domestic transactions on a wide range of financing matters including leveraged and acquisition finance, syndicated lending, asset based lending, fund finance, real estate finance, receivables finance, structured trade and commodities finance, securities borrowing/lending, TMT financing (including data centres and GPU financing) and other areas of general banking and finance. In addition to financing transactions, the practice has a strong restructuring capability and advises financial institutions, borrowers, sponsors and funds on both in-court and out-of-court. The team advises on both English law and Singapore law matters and regularly works on complex, multi-jurisdictional mandates throughout the region.

We are seeking an Associate with strong technical expertise and drafting skills, capable of managing banking and finance matters with appropriate supervision and demonstrating exceptional teamwork. The candidate should possess the ability to develop strategies, understand the commercial aspects of financial transactions, and provide practical, business-oriented advice to our international clients.

Skills and Experience Required

• Junior - Mid level Associate (2+ years UK equivalent PQE), qualified in Singapore, England & Wales or their equivalent in a common law jurisdiction.

• Prior experience in banking and finance is mandatory.

• Excellent legal and drafting skills.

• Excellent case management and organization skills.

• Excellent written and communication skills.

• Meticulous attention to detail, ability to work under pressure and an excellent team player.

• Strong academic background.

• Familiar with general and structured banking and all other aspects of structured lending.

• Acute willingness to learn and to take their experience to the next level.

• Demonstrates strong ownership and initiative, approaching tasks proactively with a positive, can-do mindset.

• Collaborative team player.