Senior Legal Counsel, Asset-Backed Finance

Lendable; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 400 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company based in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel with 7-10 years of post-qualification experience in structured finance. This role will lead the legal structuring of asset-backed financing transactions across jurisdictions and advise stakeholders. The ideal candidate should possess strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills, and have a solid background in banking law. The company offers a dynamic and inclusive environment, competitive salary, health insurance, and flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Market competitive salary

Health insurance

Flexible working set up

Paid new parent leave policy

Qualifications

• 7-10 years post-qualification experience essential.
• Strong background in banking and finance law required.
• Experience advising on English law-governed transactions preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal structuring of asset-backed lending transactions.
• Draft and negotiate complex transaction documentation.
• Provide legal support on portfolio matters and restructurings.

Skills

Structured finance experience

Strong drafting skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Ability to manage complex matters

Education

LLB (Bachelor of Laws)

Job description

A financial services company based in Johannesburg is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel with 7-10 years of post-qualification experience in structured finance. This role will lead the legal structuring of asset-backed financing transactions across jurisdictions and advise stakeholders. The ideal candidate should possess strong drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills, and have a solid background in banking law. The company offers a dynamic and inclusive environment, competitive salary, health insurance, and flexible working arrangements.