Senior Associate Banking and Finance

The Legends Agency; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Johannesburg is seeking to hire two Senior Associates in Banking and Finance. This role involves drafting complex loan documents, managing key workstreams, and mentoring juniors. Ideal candidates will have 3-4 years of experience, strong negotiation skills, and a collaborative mindset. The competitive salary ranges from R900,000 to R1,100,000 per annum, aligning with the Johannesburg market.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with 3-4 years PQE in Banking and Finance.
• Strong track record in lending and project finance.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate complex loan and security documentation.
• Manage key workstreams in major financings.
• Work directly with high-profile clients on cutting-edge matters.
• Mentor juniors and collaborate across practice groups.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Strong negotiation skills

Problem-solving mindset

Collaborative mindset

Education

Admitted attorney with 3-4 years PQE

Job description

Senior Associate Banking and Finance (PQE 34)

Johannesburg | International Law Firm | R900,000 to1,100,000 per annum

Are you ready to accelerate your career in Banking and Finance law? An international law firm with a strong reputation across Africa is looking for two ambitious Senior Associates to join its Johannesburg team.

Why join this team?

Global platform work on cross-border transactions with leading banks, corporates, DFIs, and private equity firms.

High-impact work advise on syndicated and bilateral lending, acquisition finance, and project finance across energy, infrastructure, and mining.

Career trajectory step up into a Senior Associate role or progress from Associate 3 into a bigger challenge.

Competitive package R900k to R1.1m base salary, aligned with the Johannesburg market.

What you will do

Draft and negotiate complex loan and security documentation.

Manage key workstreams in major financings with partner support.

Work directly with high-profile clients on cutting-edge matters.

Mentor juniors and collaborate across practice groups and offices.

What you will bring

Admitted attorney with 3-4 years PQE in Banking and Finance.

Strong track record in lending and project finance.

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

A collaborative mindset and drive to excel in private practice.

Apply now to join a high-performance team where your expertise will be recognised, your talent will be stretched, and your career will accelerate.