Banking and Finance Associate

Norton Rose Fulbright LLP; Singapore; Sur place; SGD 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Norton Rose Fulbright is seeking a Junior-Mid level Associate to join our Banking and Finance team in Singapore. You will gain exposure to high‑quality banking matters and support cross-border and domestic transactions under senior supervision.

The role requires 2+ years UK equivalent PQE, and qualifications in Singapore or England & Wales. Strong drafting and communication skills are essential in a collaborative, international environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years UK equivalent PQE in banking and finance.
• Qualified in Singapore, England & Wales, or equivalent.
• Strong drafting and case management skills.
• Excellent written and spoken communication.

Responsabilités

• Support cross-border and domestic banking and finance matters under supervision.
• Assist with acquisition finance, asset-based lending, and real estate finance.
• Draft pleadings, opinions, and transaction documents.
• Work as part of a collaborative team on complex matters.

Connaissances

Banking & Finance

Legal drafting

Teamwork

Communication

Formation

2+ years UK equivalent PQE

Qualified in Singapore or England & Wales

Description du poste

Practice Group / Department:

Banking Team 8 Leadership - Singapore

Job Description

Norton Rose Fulbright is a global law firm with more than 3,000 lawyers advising clients across locations in the United States, Europe, Canada, Latin America, Asia, Australia, Africa and the Middle East. We provide a full scope of legal services to the world’s preeminent corporations and financial institutions.

Our vision is to be a world class business, profitable, ambitious, cooperative and considerate, supporting our clients and people through our global business principles of Quality, Unity and Integrity.

With over 7,000 employees worldwide, our culture is the thread that connects us. Our strategy and culture are closed connected – defined by shared ambition, global collaboration and a one-team mindset. We believe pioneering work happens when people are empowered to think beyond boundaries, explore new opportunities and grow through diverse experiences. Alongside the right skills and experience, we are looking for people who are innovative, commercially minded, and motivated by the impact of the work they do – ready to share in our ambition and help shape what comes next.

Because while individuals can do well, together we achieve something extraordinary.

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

Our team 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 acquisition finance, asset based lending, fund finance, real estate finance, receivables finance, structured trade and commodities finance, securities borrowing/lending, TMT financing and other areas of general banking and finance. The team advises on both English law and Singapore law.

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.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

To attract the best people, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can bring their whole selves to work, have a sense of belonging, and realize their full career potential.
Our new enabled work model allows our people to have more flexibility in the way they choose to work from both the office and a remote location, while continuing to deliver the highest standards of service. We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive employment policies and provide access to programmes and services aimed at nurturing our people’s health and overall wellbeing. Find more about Diversity, Equity and Inclusionhere.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from individuals who can complement our existing teams. We strive to create an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any tailored adjustments or accommodations, please let us know here.