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To discuss or apply for any of the roles below or to explore other possible opportunities, please contact Peter Buck at (07)
3112 5126 or peterbuck@jurisrecruitment.com.au
Construction / Projects / Energy & Resources
Projects, 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L010]
Due to current and expected future growth, this award-winning Projects team is looking to hire a number junior to mid-level associates to join their highly professional and cutting edge Projects team. The work will generally be international projects work in nature, not just domestic PPP work and you will work across the Oil & Gas, Energy, Infrastructure, Telco, Power and Mining sectors. Most of the projects are based in Latin America, EMEA, Easter Europe and Moscow and, in fact, around 80% of the work is based overseas. To fit in, ideally you will be able to do both the commercial projects (developer) side of the work as well as the project finance work. However, the firm is happy to see people from either commercial or banking side as long you are happy to do both on joining the team. Of course, the training and support is excellent to enable you to do this, so this is a real opportunity to take your career up a few notches and broaden your skillset. At the more junior level, you will be encouraged to do a mix of commercial & banking work for a range of parties and across all sectors. As you become more senior you can specialize further. In addition, you will be part of one of the world's most impressive international law firms with a reputation for excellence and genuine global capabilities.
Non-contentious Construction/Projects, 5+
London
[Ref:L011]
The award-winning Projects team at this Magic Circle firm is looking for an experienced front end construction associate to assist their Projects practice. Ideally you will have international experience in Oil & Gas/Energy/Infrastructure/Telecommunications/Power/Mining projects and you may be a highly qualified construction associate, even a senior associate or special counsel. The team's project work is generally international in nature, not doing simply domestic PPP work, and you will need to work across the Oil & Gas, Energy, Infrastructure, Telco, Power and Mining sectors. The firm is top flight and you will have the opportunity to travel with your career, truly establishing yourself as one of the up and coming construction/projects lawyers in the market. Salary will be top tier as will be the quality of clients and professionalism at the firm.
Construction Associate 4+
London
[Ref:L020]
This firm's Construction and Engineering Group is consistently ranked as a leading practice and many of the Group's Partners are listed among the top construction and engineering lawyers in the world. They are now looking for high achieving lawyers to join their Dispute Resolution Construction group to undertake a mix of high profile, varied and complex contentious and non-contentious matters. As a specialist Construction Associate you will regularly deal with the tactical and strategic issues that arise in complex commercial disputes, including managing the review and disclosure of documents and effective preparation and presentation of complicated technical factual witness and expert evidence. As an experienced lawyer you will have strong technical and commercial abilities, and will be able to work effectively as part of a team and supervise more junior lawyers. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to take on a high degree of responsibility and manage a challenging workload.
Project Finance 3+
London
[Ref:L022]
This energy and infrastructure (project finance) team is one of the most experienced teams in its market in the world and works for top national and international clients on all aspects of major energy and infrastructure mandates. You will work in close-knit groups on the commercial and finance aspects of the complex procurement, structuring and financing of large and often unique projects. Your colleagues, your clients and your work will be international - associates can expect to work on European transactions as well as transactions across the world, particularly in the emerging markets of the Middle East, Russia and Africa. Secondments, both in the UK and internationally, are also offered from time to time. Top academics and previous experience is a must.
Corporate (Energy / Oil & Gas) 3+
London
[Ref:L029]
This globally integrated Corporate Energy practice is one of the leaders in the sector and they are now looking for an Associate to join their team in London to work on cutting edge transactions in the energy sector around the world with a view to secondment to one of their international offices down the line. You will be involved in the highest profile projects and matters going and will be part of a truly top flight team of practitioners who play a major role in the Energy marketplace. To qualify, you need to have at least 3 years solid experience in energy and resources gained from a top practice as well as excellent academics and a proven track record of transactional competency. Please note: this is an international practice and you must have a willingness to travel and/or be seconded to one of the firms' offices in Asia, the Middle East or elsewhere.
Finance (Energy and Resources) 3-8 pae
2 roles - mid and senior level
London
[Ref:L030]
This Silver Circle firm has one of the strongest Energy and Resources practices in Europe as well as globally, and they are now seeking to recruit two mid to senior level associates who will add to the skills of the group and provide excellent levels of service to clients. There are actually two roles, one for a mid-level lawyer and one at the more senior level. The group advises banks, multi-lateral agencies, project sponsors and governments in relation to energy, natural resources and infrastructure projects. The work covers the full range of bank and capital markets financing techniques across these sectors. You will need to experienced in the core financing disciplines relevant to some or all of the energy, natural resources and infrastructure sectors and should also be familiar with the typical project constraints, regulatory regimes and risk factors associated with these sectors.
Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer, 4+
London
[Ref:L034]
This leading Magic Circle firm is looking for a first rate non-contentious construction lawyer with four years experience or more, preferably with a focus on international projects (in particular energy or oil & gas) or PFI/PPP work. The team acts for the industry's leading players across all industry sectors including Power, Oil & Gas and Major Plant, PPP & Infrastructure as well as Real Estate. You will act for sponsors/developers, funders, contractors and other project participants and can expect to be involved in the drafting, negotiation and analysis of construction, operation/fm, insurance, guarantees, bonds and ancillary documentation. There is a clear transactional bias to the Group's work and lawyers are required to involve themselves in the management and organisation of teams of clients, lawyers and professional advisers.
You will have a solid background in non-contentious construction work, probably gained at a leading common law practice with a similar highly regarded profile. Experience of international projects (in particular energy and oil & gas projects) and/or PPP deals would be an advantage but is not essential.
Banking / Finance / Corporate
Asset Finance, 4+
London
[Ref:L012]
This Magic Circle firm's asset finance practice draws upon the their acknowledged expertise in banking, tax, structured finance, securitisation, capital markets and project finance both in London and across a number of international offices, enabling the practice to offer its clients an integrated and global approach. They are now looking for leading finance lawyers with a minimum of 4 years experience in preferably the asset finance field. You will have experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of documentation across several product areas and have acted for borrowers, operators, lessors and lenders. You will also have had some experience in other areas appropriate to your level, such as managing others, business development, client relations and training/mentoring. The group is very team-focussed, so your proactive, team oriented and professional approach will be appreciated.
Banking Associate, 3+
London
[Ref:L013]
If you are looking for a superb 'all round' banking role within a top flight Magic Circle practice, look no further than this role. With one of the world's leading international banking practices, this firm can offer you access to some of the best clients and work as well as the opportunity to get involved with a steady flow of solid, bread-and-butter banking work such as acquisition finance, leveraged finance, trade and emerging markets finance, real estate finance, restructuring and insolvency, financial structuring and syndicated finance matters. What's more, there is a friendly and open atmosphere within the group and everyone is keen to share their knowledge and experience. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and you will be expected to work well with others. You will of course need to have excellent academics and preferably at least 3 years experience with a first class firm or practice group from your home jurisdiction.
Banking Associates - Multiple roles
London
[Ref:L015]
Due to the unprecedented success of this Magic Circle firm's banking team, they are currently recruiting mid to senior level associates for all areas of banking and finance in London and are looking for ambitious, bright and enthusiastic candidates who are keen to expand and complement their existing skills and experience. Their banking and finance practice spans a wide range of product lines, including general lending, real estate finance, project finance, restructuring, leveraged finance, global loans, structured and asset finance and regulatory funds and financial products. To qualify you will have excellent academics and a track record at a top tier firm or leading banking practice.
Corporate 2+
London
[Ref:L016]
This Magic Circle firm in London are looking for exceptional qualified associates with strong corporate experience to work in a friendly, dynamic environment where the quality of work is second-to-none. You will have outstanding academic credentials with sound practical experience, good business judgement and strong interpersonal skills. The team is a market leader and undertakes some of the world's most high profile and complex multi-jurisdictional transactions. Work may include corporate restructurings, international and cross border M&A , mergers, acquisitions and disposals, international equity offerings, joint ventures and strategic alliances, private equity, takeovers and much more.
Asset Finance Associate, 2+
London
[Ref:L017]
The asset finance group at this Magic Circle firm is a market leading practice with a particular focus on the aviation and rail sectors, structured tax based leasing products and structured financing transactions involving other big ticket assets. The team acts for a variety of banks/financial institutions, investors, aircraft and rail leasing companies, airlines, rail operators, manufacturers, government departments and export credit agencies. The practice encompasses all types of asset financing including tax-efficient transactions, operating leasing, commercial debt, export credit financing and capital markets/securitisation. They are currently looking for high quality mid to senior level finance lawyers to join their busy team.
Capital Markets Associate 2+
London
[Ref:L018]
The securities practice at this 1000+ lawyer firm, sits within their Corporate department, which is the firms largest team with over 200 lawyers in London. They act for private and public companies, banks, governments and sates, amongst others. Consistently ranked at the top of the league tables in Europe, Asia and globally, most of the work has a cross-border element. You will work on a range of securities offerings in London and most of the work will have an international dimension and will range from some of the largest and most complex transactions to smaller deals which provide greater responsibility. You will be offered comprehensive training and a sophisticated career development programme including international secondments if desired.
Corporate 2+
London
[Ref:L021]
Are you interested in working for a leading corporate practice in London? This Magic Circle firm has one of the largest, with over 200 lawyers in London, including 48 partners. They act for private and public companies, banks, governments and states, amongst others and are consistently ranked at the top of the league tables in Europe, Asia and globally. You will work on a broad mix of transactions, including public and private M&A, joint ventures, private equity and securities offerings. Most of the work will have an international dimension and will range from some of the largest and most complex transactions to smaller deals which provide greater responsibility. Thhe firm also offers comprehensive training and career development at all levels and encourages secondments. You will need excellent academics and have gained your experience at a strong corporate practice.
Funds, 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L023]
This leading Magic Circle firm is looking for one or two additional associates to join their London funds group. A key feature of the group is that they offer an integrated service covering corporate, partnership and trust law, as well as regulatory and tax advice, with all relevant competencies in their core team. In addition, the group also works closely with colleagues throughout their network offices servicing the needs of clients across the globe. The practice spans different asset classes and fund types, including:
- classic private equity
- real estate and infrastructure funds
- listed funds of all types
- retail funds
- hedge funds and other alternative strategy funds
- fund based structured products
You will have previous experience of advising clients within the investment funds/asset management sector with, ideally, at least three years post qualification experience of working in another highly rated funds practice, top class academic record and strong technical and commercial skills
Corporate/Debt Capital Markets 3-7 pae
London
[Ref:L025]
This silver circle firm is acknowledged as one of the world's leading international legal practices. They have leading practices in capital markets, finance, real estate, competition and employment, pensions and incentives as well as dispute resolution. Their Debt Capital Markets team advises on innovative and complex structures in both the public and private arena. The team also works closely with the project and project finance, utilities and financial institutions specialists. They are now looking for a 3-7 year lawyer with experience in mainstream DCM. You will have excellent academics and experience gained from a strong corporate practice. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to help build a practice, carry out deals, and help to further develop relationships with investment banks and issuers.
Public M&A (Equity Capital Markets) 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L031]
Interested in getting stuck in to some big-ticket M&A deals? Want to join a high flying corporate practice that has not only survived the GFC but flourished? Look no further. This excellent Silver Circle firm is looking for associates with at least 3 years experience to undertake Public M+A transactions in London and across Europe. You will lead and negotiate transactions, be responsible for drafting discrete pieces of legal advice, take a client-facing role and supervise and develop junior lawyers and trainees. The work will be high profile and often cutting edge. Ideally, you will have a minimum of 3 years experience in public M+A experience but the firm will consider those with less experience provided they meet the required competencies for the role.
Corporate (Private Equity) 3-6 pae
London
[Ref:L032]
The private equity team at this leading Silver Circle firm has taken strides in recent years, making many headlines in transactions of late and representing some of the leading players in the marketplace. Their reputation continues to grow and they are genuinely placed to take advantage of the recovering European market during the coming years. To assist in this growth, they are currently looking for experienced corporate lawyers to join the team. You will work closely with the core private equity partners on private equity transactions (MBOs, LBOs, Auction Sales, Management Equity Arrangements, Public to Privates, general corporate advice to portfolio companies) and will also have the opportunity to become involved in business development activities as the group grows its private equity offering. You will need a minimum of 3 years solid experience in private equity transactions as well as top academics and an impressive law firm pedigree.
Asset Finance Lawyer, 3+
London
[Ref:L033]
This Magic Circle firm is looking for outstanding mid level finance lawyers. Excellent finance experience is required and specific experience of asset finance or secured lending is preferred. You will be able to demonstrate a real desire to specialise in this area, have first-class legal ability and an outstanding academic track record. The team provides advice in relation to all major types of financing for big ticket assets including aircraft, shipping, railway, domestic project assets (PFI) and defence assets. If you are a lawyer who can demonstrate a keen interest and enthusiasm to learn about a clients' business, work in teams, motivating and coach juniors as well as contribute to overall success, this may be the firm for you.
Litigation
Litigation (Banking & Finance) 2+
London
[Ref:L016]
This Magic Circle firm is an established market leader in dispute resolution, particularly known for their banking and finance litigation practice. They are one of the few firms to have the years of litigation experience and resources necessary to handle the complex, multi-jurisdictional issues with which the market is currently grappling. They are now looking to recruit junior-level lawyers who wish to specialise in litigation and investigations work in the banking and finance sector. You should have finance litigation and/or contentious regulatory experience, whether from a private practice or enforcement background as well as excellent academics and a proven track record with a leading firm.
Litigation (Financial Institutions), 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L019]
This leading magic circle firm is currently looking for high quality litigators with two to five years PQE to join their market leading international Dispute Resolution practice and assist with thee top ranked financial institutions disputes practice. The groups work involves a wide mixture of litigation (both in the UK and elsewhere), arbitration, global investigations and contentious regulatory matters for many of the world's leading banking and insurance companies. Successful candidates will be expected to work in all these areas. The firm is interested in candidates from all backgrounds, including the bar and those in-house looking to rejoin private practice. You will assist in managing all aspects of complex litigation, arbitration, global investigations and contentious regulatory cases.
You will be a high quality lawyer with strong technical and commercial background, strong intellectual skills and academic qualifications and at least three years relevant experience at a leading law firm, the bar or in-house.
Litigation, (FinServices/Regulatory) 3-5 pae
London
[Ref:L027]
The situation in Europe is currently such that strong litigators with financial services regulation experience are in high demand. The integrated financial services regulatory practice (covering both advisory and investigations/enforcement work) at this Silver Circle firm is top-ranked for contentious work, in both the UK and Asia. The practice has grown significantly over the past five years and they anticipate further growth in the future. As a result they are now recruiting regulatory specialists with a particular focus on contentious work in order to meet growing demand. As a successful candidate, you will focus primarily on providing financial services clients with advice, assistance and representation in dealing with regulatory compliance problems. There is a strong international element to the work and the role may involve working with or in other jurisdictions from time to time. You will need excellent academics and experience gained from a top litigation practice.
IP / Technology
TMT Associate, 2-4 pae
London
[Ref:L014]
This award-winning TMT practice deals with all aspects of major technology contracts, outsourcing, and offshoring agreements, information management compliance and data protection, e-business and IT security, telecoms and media contracts. In addition, the firm's handling of TMT-related disputes is also seen as outstanding in the market. With over 50 fee earners and partners, the combined TMT and IP group is a formidable player in the IT/IP legal market and some of the lawyers in the team are the leading lights of the industry.
They are now looking for a 2-4 years lawyer with experience in the technology, media and telecommunications field. You will have a broad range of commercial telecoms experience, ideally including international regulatory experience, and a keen interest in aspects of TMT law. You will also have experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of documentation across several product areas, including outsourcing agreements, software licence and development agreements, network services arrangements and commercial satellite agreements and will have delivered advice on telecommunications regulatory issues.
Intellectual Property, 3+
London
[Ref:L024]
The IP department at this leading International firm provides an integrated service to clients on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious IP issues, frequently on a multi-jurisdictional basis. They act for financial, commercial and industrial clients in communications, software, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, broadcasting and entertainment, publishing, mechanical engineering, energy, consumer products and financial and banking services. They are now looking for a top IP lawyer to undertake a range of high profile, varied and complex international work. You will be given a high degree of responsibility and will be part of a cohesive department that places great emphasis on developing and supporting your career.
Outsourcing & Technology 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L028]
The broad spread of experience and strength in depth of the TMT group at this leading international firm means the team is exceptionally well placed to understand and advise on issues raised by new technologies and new business models as they arise. The team works closely with other parts of the firm to provide clients with a comprehensive sector focused service. In addition, the firm has a closely knit international TMT practice based around hubs in London, the Middle East and Hong Kong, with presences in other international offices. They are currently looking for excellent mid-level associates to work primarily on outsourcing and systems development transactions. You will be expected to lead and negotiate transactions with limited supervision and be responsible for drafting discrete pieces of legal advice for clients with minimal amendments. The team will consider those with less or more experience providing they meet the required competencies for the role.
IP Lawyer 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L035]
This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding mid level IP lawyer, with transactional and contentious experience (as well as advisory work) to work for one of the leading TMT/IP practices in the world. The Media and Technology group at this Magic Circle firm is part of their broader Corporate department and has grown due to a recent merger between the commercial, IP and TMT groups. It is now a formidable offering doing a broad range of non-contentious work, focusing on the converging areas of information technology, Internet, e-commerce, telecoms, media and entertainment law, trademark, commercial IP and IP exploitation, structuring and advisory work. The breadth and calibre of work as well as the international scope of work/ opportunity for travel are just a couple of benefits on offer. You will need experience in commercial exploitation in IP with some experience of the TMT industry. You should also have first class legal ability coupled with a practical commercial approach, excellent drafting and communication skills and enjoy being part of a friendly outgoing team which is strong in originating its own mandates.
Other
Insolvency & Restructuring
Senior Associate, 5+
London
[Ref:L026]
The restructuring and insolvency practice at this superb International firm has a mixed client base of lenders and borrowers and also act for buyers of businesses in financial distress. The practice handles all aspects of corporate recovery including debt rescheduling, workouts, bond restructurings, rescue rights issues disposals and dispute resolution. They are seeking to recruit a senior associate who will add to the skills of the group and provide excellent levels of service to clients. In addition to your excellent academics and proactive work ethic, you will have a desire to contribute to growing the finance practice, detailed knowledge of restructuring and insolvency legislation and experience of complex international transactions gained at an international firm with a strong presence in the restructuring and insolvency sector.
Construction / Projects / Energy & Resources
Projects, 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L010]
Due to current and expected future growth, this award-winning Projects team is looking to hire a number junior to mid-level associates to join their highly professional and cutting edge Projects team. The work will generally be international projects work in nature, not just domestic PPP work and you will work across the Oil & Gas, Energy, Infrastructure, Telco, Power and Mining sectors. Most of the projects are based in Latin America, EMEA, Easter Europe and Moscow and, in fact, around 80% of the work is based overseas. To fit in, ideally you will be able to do both the commercial projects (developer) side of the work as well as the project finance work. However, the firm is happy to see people from either commercial or banking side as long you are happy to do both on joining the team. Of course, the training and support is excellent to enable you to do this, so this is a real opportunity to take your career up a few notches and broaden your skillset. At the more junior level, you will be encouraged to do a mix of commercial & banking work for a range of parties and across all sectors. As you become more senior you can specialize further. In addition, you will be part of one of the world's most impressive international law firms with a reputation for excellence and genuine global capabilities.
Non-contentious Construction/Projects, 5+
London
[Ref:L011]
The award-winning Projects team at this Magic Circle firm is looking for an experienced front end construction associate to assist their Projects practice. Ideally you will have international experience in Oil & Gas/Energy/Infrastructure/Telecommunications/Power/Mining projects and you may be a highly qualified construction associate, even a senior associate or special counsel. The team's project work is generally international in nature, not doing simply domestic PPP work, and you will need to work across the Oil & Gas, Energy, Infrastructure, Telco, Power and Mining sectors. The firm is top flight and you will have the opportunity to travel with your career, truly establishing yourself as one of the up and coming construction/projects lawyers in the market. Salary will be top tier as will be the quality of clients and professionalism at the firm.
Construction Associate 4+
London
[Ref:L020]
This firm's Construction and Engineering Group is consistently ranked as a leading practice and many of the Group's Partners are listed among the top construction and engineering lawyers in the world. They are now looking for high achieving lawyers to join their Dispute Resolution Construction group to undertake a mix of high profile, varied and complex contentious and non-contentious matters. As a specialist Construction Associate you will regularly deal with the tactical and strategic issues that arise in complex commercial disputes, including managing the review and disclosure of documents and effective preparation and presentation of complicated technical factual witness and expert evidence. As an experienced lawyer you will have strong technical and commercial abilities, and will be able to work effectively as part of a team and supervise more junior lawyers. You will have excellent communication skills and be able to take on a high degree of responsibility and manage a challenging workload.
Project Finance 3+
London
[Ref:L022]
This energy and infrastructure (project finance) team is one of the most experienced teams in its market in the world and works for top national and international clients on all aspects of major energy and infrastructure mandates. You will work in close-knit groups on the commercial and finance aspects of the complex procurement, structuring and financing of large and often unique projects. Your colleagues, your clients and your work will be international - associates can expect to work on European transactions as well as transactions across the world, particularly in the emerging markets of the Middle East, Russia and Africa. Secondments, both in the UK and internationally, are also offered from time to time. Top academics and previous experience is a must.
Corporate (Energy / Oil & Gas) 3+
London
[Ref:L029]
This globally integrated Corporate Energy practice is one of the leaders in the sector and they are now looking for an Associate to join their team in London to work on cutting edge transactions in the energy sector around the world with a view to secondment to one of their international offices down the line. You will be involved in the highest profile projects and matters going and will be part of a truly top flight team of practitioners who play a major role in the Energy marketplace. To qualify, you need to have at least 3 years solid experience in energy and resources gained from a top practice as well as excellent academics and a proven track record of transactional competency. Please note: this is an international practice and you must have a willingness to travel and/or be seconded to one of the firms' offices in Asia, the Middle East or elsewhere.
Finance (Energy and Resources) 3-8 pae
2 roles - mid and senior level
London
[Ref:L030]
This Silver Circle firm has one of the strongest Energy and Resources practices in Europe as well as globally, and they are now seeking to recruit two mid to senior level associates who will add to the skills of the group and provide excellent levels of service to clients. There are actually two roles, one for a mid-level lawyer and one at the more senior level. The group advises banks, multi-lateral agencies, project sponsors and governments in relation to energy, natural resources and infrastructure projects. The work covers the full range of bank and capital markets financing techniques across these sectors. You will need to experienced in the core financing disciplines relevant to some or all of the energy, natural resources and infrastructure sectors and should also be familiar with the typical project constraints, regulatory regimes and risk factors associated with these sectors.
Non-Contentious Construction Lawyer, 4+
London
[Ref:L034]
This leading Magic Circle firm is looking for a first rate non-contentious construction lawyer with four years experience or more, preferably with a focus on international projects (in particular energy or oil & gas) or PFI/PPP work. The team acts for the industry's leading players across all industry sectors including Power, Oil & Gas and Major Plant, PPP & Infrastructure as well as Real Estate. You will act for sponsors/developers, funders, contractors and other project participants and can expect to be involved in the drafting, negotiation and analysis of construction, operation/fm, insurance, guarantees, bonds and ancillary documentation. There is a clear transactional bias to the Group's work and lawyers are required to involve themselves in the management and organisation of teams of clients, lawyers and professional advisers.
You will have a solid background in non-contentious construction work, probably gained at a leading common law practice with a similar highly regarded profile. Experience of international projects (in particular energy and oil & gas projects) and/or PPP deals would be an advantage but is not essential.
Banking / Finance / Corporate
Asset Finance, 4+
London
[Ref:L012]
This Magic Circle firm's asset finance practice draws upon the their acknowledged expertise in banking, tax, structured finance, securitisation, capital markets and project finance both in London and across a number of international offices, enabling the practice to offer its clients an integrated and global approach. They are now looking for leading finance lawyers with a minimum of 4 years experience in preferably the asset finance field. You will have experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of documentation across several product areas and have acted for borrowers, operators, lessors and lenders. You will also have had some experience in other areas appropriate to your level, such as managing others, business development, client relations and training/mentoring. The group is very team-focussed, so your proactive, team oriented and professional approach will be appreciated.
Banking Associate, 3+
London
[Ref:L013]
If you are looking for a superb 'all round' banking role within a top flight Magic Circle practice, look no further than this role. With one of the world's leading international banking practices, this firm can offer you access to some of the best clients and work as well as the opportunity to get involved with a steady flow of solid, bread-and-butter banking work such as acquisition finance, leveraged finance, trade and emerging markets finance, real estate finance, restructuring and insolvency, financial structuring and syndicated finance matters. What's more, there is a friendly and open atmosphere within the group and everyone is keen to share their knowledge and experience. There is a strong emphasis on teamwork and you will be expected to work well with others. You will of course need to have excellent academics and preferably at least 3 years experience with a first class firm or practice group from your home jurisdiction.
Banking Associates - Multiple roles
London
[Ref:L015]
Due to the unprecedented success of this Magic Circle firm's banking team, they are currently recruiting mid to senior level associates for all areas of banking and finance in London and are looking for ambitious, bright and enthusiastic candidates who are keen to expand and complement their existing skills and experience. Their banking and finance practice spans a wide range of product lines, including general lending, real estate finance, project finance, restructuring, leveraged finance, global loans, structured and asset finance and regulatory funds and financial products. To qualify you will have excellent academics and a track record at a top tier firm or leading banking practice.
Corporate 2+
London
[Ref:L016]
This Magic Circle firm in London are looking for exceptional qualified associates with strong corporate experience to work in a friendly, dynamic environment where the quality of work is second-to-none. You will have outstanding academic credentials with sound practical experience, good business judgement and strong interpersonal skills. The team is a market leader and undertakes some of the world's most high profile and complex multi-jurisdictional transactions. Work may include corporate restructurings, international and cross border M&A , mergers, acquisitions and disposals, international equity offerings, joint ventures and strategic alliances, private equity, takeovers and much more.
Asset Finance Associate, 2+
London
[Ref:L017]
The asset finance group at this Magic Circle firm is a market leading practice with a particular focus on the aviation and rail sectors, structured tax based leasing products and structured financing transactions involving other big ticket assets. The team acts for a variety of banks/financial institutions, investors, aircraft and rail leasing companies, airlines, rail operators, manufacturers, government departments and export credit agencies. The practice encompasses all types of asset financing including tax-efficient transactions, operating leasing, commercial debt, export credit financing and capital markets/securitisation. They are currently looking for high quality mid to senior level finance lawyers to join their busy team.
Capital Markets Associate 2+
London
[Ref:L018]
The securities practice at this 1000+ lawyer firm, sits within their Corporate department, which is the firms largest team with over 200 lawyers in London. They act for private and public companies, banks, governments and sates, amongst others. Consistently ranked at the top of the league tables in Europe, Asia and globally, most of the work has a cross-border element. You will work on a range of securities offerings in London and most of the work will have an international dimension and will range from some of the largest and most complex transactions to smaller deals which provide greater responsibility. You will be offered comprehensive training and a sophisticated career development programme including international secondments if desired.
Corporate 2+
London
[Ref:L021]
Are you interested in working for a leading corporate practice in London? This Magic Circle firm has one of the largest, with over 200 lawyers in London, including 48 partners. They act for private and public companies, banks, governments and states, amongst others and are consistently ranked at the top of the league tables in Europe, Asia and globally. You will work on a broad mix of transactions, including public and private M&A, joint ventures, private equity and securities offerings. Most of the work will have an international dimension and will range from some of the largest and most complex transactions to smaller deals which provide greater responsibility. Thhe firm also offers comprehensive training and career development at all levels and encourages secondments. You will need excellent academics and have gained your experience at a strong corporate practice.
Funds, 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L023]
This leading Magic Circle firm is looking for one or two additional associates to join their London funds group. A key feature of the group is that they offer an integrated service covering corporate, partnership and trust law, as well as regulatory and tax advice, with all relevant competencies in their core team. In addition, the group also works closely with colleagues throughout their network offices servicing the needs of clients across the globe. The practice spans different asset classes and fund types, including:
- classic private equity
- real estate and infrastructure funds
- listed funds of all types
- retail funds
- hedge funds and other alternative strategy funds
- fund based structured products
You will have previous experience of advising clients within the investment funds/asset management sector with, ideally, at least three years post qualification experience of working in another highly rated funds practice, top class academic record and strong technical and commercial skills
Corporate/Debt Capital Markets 3-7 pae
London
[Ref:L025]
This silver circle firm is acknowledged as one of the world's leading international legal practices. They have leading practices in capital markets, finance, real estate, competition and employment, pensions and incentives as well as dispute resolution. Their Debt Capital Markets team advises on innovative and complex structures in both the public and private arena. The team also works closely with the project and project finance, utilities and financial institutions specialists. They are now looking for a 3-7 year lawyer with experience in mainstream DCM. You will have excellent academics and experience gained from a strong corporate practice. The successful candidate will be given the opportunity to help build a practice, carry out deals, and help to further develop relationships with investment banks and issuers.
Public M&A (Equity Capital Markets) 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L031]
Interested in getting stuck in to some big-ticket M&A deals? Want to join a high flying corporate practice that has not only survived the GFC but flourished? Look no further. This excellent Silver Circle firm is looking for associates with at least 3 years experience to undertake Public M+A transactions in London and across Europe. You will lead and negotiate transactions, be responsible for drafting discrete pieces of legal advice, take a client-facing role and supervise and develop junior lawyers and trainees. The work will be high profile and often cutting edge. Ideally, you will have a minimum of 3 years experience in public M+A experience but the firm will consider those with less experience provided they meet the required competencies for the role.
Corporate (Private Equity) 3-6 pae
London
[Ref:L032]
The private equity team at this leading Silver Circle firm has taken strides in recent years, making many headlines in transactions of late and representing some of the leading players in the marketplace. Their reputation continues to grow and they are genuinely placed to take advantage of the recovering European market during the coming years. To assist in this growth, they are currently looking for experienced corporate lawyers to join the team. You will work closely with the core private equity partners on private equity transactions (MBOs, LBOs, Auction Sales, Management Equity Arrangements, Public to Privates, general corporate advice to portfolio companies) and will also have the opportunity to become involved in business development activities as the group grows its private equity offering. You will need a minimum of 3 years solid experience in private equity transactions as well as top academics and an impressive law firm pedigree.
Asset Finance Lawyer, 3+
London
[Ref:L033]
This Magic Circle firm is looking for outstanding mid level finance lawyers. Excellent finance experience is required and specific experience of asset finance or secured lending is preferred. You will be able to demonstrate a real desire to specialise in this area, have first-class legal ability and an outstanding academic track record. The team provides advice in relation to all major types of financing for big ticket assets including aircraft, shipping, railway, domestic project assets (PFI) and defence assets. If you are a lawyer who can demonstrate a keen interest and enthusiasm to learn about a clients' business, work in teams, motivating and coach juniors as well as contribute to overall success, this may be the firm for you.
Litigation
Litigation (Banking & Finance) 2+
London
[Ref:L016]
This Magic Circle firm is an established market leader in dispute resolution, particularly known for their banking and finance litigation practice. They are one of the few firms to have the years of litigation experience and resources necessary to handle the complex, multi-jurisdictional issues with which the market is currently grappling. They are now looking to recruit junior-level lawyers who wish to specialise in litigation and investigations work in the banking and finance sector. You should have finance litigation and/or contentious regulatory experience, whether from a private practice or enforcement background as well as excellent academics and a proven track record with a leading firm.
Litigation (Financial Institutions), 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L019]
This leading magic circle firm is currently looking for high quality litigators with two to five years PQE to join their market leading international Dispute Resolution practice and assist with thee top ranked financial institutions disputes practice. The groups work involves a wide mixture of litigation (both in the UK and elsewhere), arbitration, global investigations and contentious regulatory matters for many of the world's leading banking and insurance companies. Successful candidates will be expected to work in all these areas. The firm is interested in candidates from all backgrounds, including the bar and those in-house looking to rejoin private practice. You will assist in managing all aspects of complex litigation, arbitration, global investigations and contentious regulatory cases.
You will be a high quality lawyer with strong technical and commercial background, strong intellectual skills and academic qualifications and at least three years relevant experience at a leading law firm, the bar or in-house.
Litigation, (FinServices/Regulatory) 3-5 pae
London
[Ref:L027]
The situation in Europe is currently such that strong litigators with financial services regulation experience are in high demand. The integrated financial services regulatory practice (covering both advisory and investigations/enforcement work) at this Silver Circle firm is top-ranked for contentious work, in both the UK and Asia. The practice has grown significantly over the past five years and they anticipate further growth in the future. As a result they are now recruiting regulatory specialists with a particular focus on contentious work in order to meet growing demand. As a successful candidate, you will focus primarily on providing financial services clients with advice, assistance and representation in dealing with regulatory compliance problems. There is a strong international element to the work and the role may involve working with or in other jurisdictions from time to time. You will need excellent academics and experience gained from a top litigation practice.
IP / Technology
TMT Associate, 2-4 pae
London
[Ref:L014]
This award-winning TMT practice deals with all aspects of major technology contracts, outsourcing, and offshoring agreements, information management compliance and data protection, e-business and IT security, telecoms and media contracts. In addition, the firm's handling of TMT-related disputes is also seen as outstanding in the market. With over 50 fee earners and partners, the combined TMT and IP group is a formidable player in the IT/IP legal market and some of the lawyers in the team are the leading lights of the industry.
They are now looking for a 2-4 years lawyer with experience in the technology, media and telecommunications field. You will have a broad range of commercial telecoms experience, ideally including international regulatory experience, and a keen interest in aspects of TMT law. You will also have experience drafting and negotiating a wide range of documentation across several product areas, including outsourcing agreements, software licence and development agreements, network services arrangements and commercial satellite agreements and will have delivered advice on telecommunications regulatory issues.
Intellectual Property, 3+
London
[Ref:L024]
The IP department at this leading International firm provides an integrated service to clients on a broad range of contentious and non-contentious IP issues, frequently on a multi-jurisdictional basis. They act for financial, commercial and industrial clients in communications, software, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, broadcasting and entertainment, publishing, mechanical engineering, energy, consumer products and financial and banking services. They are now looking for a top IP lawyer to undertake a range of high profile, varied and complex international work. You will be given a high degree of responsibility and will be part of a cohesive department that places great emphasis on developing and supporting your career.
Outsourcing & Technology 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L028]
The broad spread of experience and strength in depth of the TMT group at this leading international firm means the team is exceptionally well placed to understand and advise on issues raised by new technologies and new business models as they arise. The team works closely with other parts of the firm to provide clients with a comprehensive sector focused service. In addition, the firm has a closely knit international TMT practice based around hubs in London, the Middle East and Hong Kong, with presences in other international offices. They are currently looking for excellent mid-level associates to work primarily on outsourcing and systems development transactions. You will be expected to lead and negotiate transactions with limited supervision and be responsible for drafting discrete pieces of legal advice for clients with minimal amendments. The team will consider those with less or more experience providing they meet the required competencies for the role.
IP Lawyer 3+ pae
London
[Ref:L035]
This is a fantastic opportunity for an outstanding mid level IP lawyer, with transactional and contentious experience (as well as advisory work) to work for one of the leading TMT/IP practices in the world. The Media and Technology group at this Magic Circle firm is part of their broader Corporate department and has grown due to a recent merger between the commercial, IP and TMT groups. It is now a formidable offering doing a broad range of non-contentious work, focusing on the converging areas of information technology, Internet, e-commerce, telecoms, media and entertainment law, trademark, commercial IP and IP exploitation, structuring and advisory work. The breadth and calibre of work as well as the international scope of work/ opportunity for travel are just a couple of benefits on offer. You will need experience in commercial exploitation in IP with some experience of the TMT industry. You should also have first class legal ability coupled with a practical commercial approach, excellent drafting and communication skills and enjoy being part of a friendly outgoing team which is strong in originating its own mandates.
Other
Insolvency & Restructuring
Senior Associate, 5+
London
[Ref:L026]
The restructuring and insolvency practice at this superb International firm has a mixed client base of lenders and borrowers and also act for buyers of businesses in financial distress. The practice handles all aspects of corporate recovery including debt rescheduling, workouts, bond restructurings, rescue rights issues disposals and dispute resolution. They are seeking to recruit a senior associate who will add to the skills of the group and provide excellent levels of service to clients. In addition to your excellent academics and proactive work ethic, you will have a desire to contribute to growing the finance practice, detailed knowledge of restructuring and insolvency legislation and experience of complex international transactions gained at an international firm with a strong presence in the restructuring and insolvency sector.
