Senior Finance Lawyer

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 23 April 2026
LOCATION
London
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
CATEGORY
Legal
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SKILLS

Structured Finance Fund Finance Real Estate Financing Drafting Securitisations Derivatives

FULL DESCRIPTION

Senior Finance Lawyer (5+ years PQE – [Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk])

London

About the job

Are you an experienced finance lawyer looking for exposure to high-value cross-border transactions?

Do you have expertise in structured finance, fund finance, and real estate financing?

Interested in joining a dynamic international team with the opportunity to build your profile in the market?

The Client

We are working with a leading [Employer hidden] that is seeking a Finance Associate (5+ PQE) to join its London office on a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The firm is well established across key financial centres worldwide and offers excellent opportunities for professional development, collaboration, and cross-border work.

The Role

This is a broad finance role offering exposure to a wide variety of structured finance, fund finance, and real estate financing matters.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Drafting and reviewing finance and corporate transaction documents, including structured finance and listing materials.
  • Advising on securitisations, derivatives, CLOs, fund products, and real estate financing.
  • Liaising with investment banks, onshore counsel, and other stakeholders across international transactions.
  • Supporting business development initiatives and contributing to team knowledge-sharing.

This role offers the chance to work closely with partners and associates in London and across the firm’s global network, ensuring seamless client service.

About You

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 5+ years’ PQE in finance and banking (happy to consider candidates with higher PQE).
  • Experience in offshore matters is a bonus but not essential.
  • Strong technical knowledge with excellent drafting and written communication skills.
  • A commercial mindset, with strong transactional management and organisational skills.
  • A collaborative and proactive approach to client service.

What’s on Offer?

  • Competitive salary.
  • Hybrid working model.
  • Comprehensive benefits including health coverage, pension, life insurance, and travel insurance.
  • Professional development and educational assistance programmes.
  • A supportive and international working environment with exposure to high-quality transactions.

For more information contact Luke Masih ([contact hidden])

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