Mid-Level Banking Lawyer

Mid-level Banking Lawyer (Banking & Finance)

Law Firm – Manama

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced mid-level Banking Lawyer to join our dynamic Banking & Finance team. The successful candidate will have a strong academic background and 7-10 years of experience in advising on a wide range of banking and finance transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of banking and finance transactions, including:
• Banking Regulatory Matters: Advising on and drafting legal opinions and submissions to regulatory authorities (e.g., Central Bank of Bahrain) on various banking and financial matters, including licensing and transfer of business.
• M&A: Advising on mergers and acquisitions of banks and other financial (and non-financial) institutions, including due diligence, structuring and documentation.
• IPOs: Advising on all aspects of IPOs, including drafting and reviewing offering documents, advising on regulatory compliance, and coordinating with relevant authorities.
• Project Finance: Advising on all aspects of project finance transactions, including structuring, documentation, and negotiation.
• Debt Finance: Advising on debt financing transactions, including sukuks and bond issuances, loan agreements, and security documentation.
• Collateral: Advising on various forms of collateral, including mortgages, pledges, and guarantees.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on complex legal and regulatory issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of legal documents, including loan agreements, security documents, and other transaction-related documentation.
• Provide legal and commercial advice to clients on a range of banking and finance matters.
• Manage client relationships and ensure client satisfaction.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers.
• Stay abreast of legal and regulatory developments in the banking and finance sector.
• Contribute to the development of the firm's banking and finance practice.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a reputable university.
• 7-10 years of relevant experience in a reputable law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong academic record and excellent research and analytical skills.
• In-depth knowledge of Bahrain's banking and finance laws and regulations.
• Experience in advising on a wide range of banking and finance transactions, including those mentioned above.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Strong client service orientation and the ability to build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.

Job Type: Full-time