Job Description
Working primarily with lead partners specialising in Energy, Islamic and Asset Finance, you will assist in driving this growth area of the wider Energy, Infrastructure, Project and Asset Finance (EIPAF) group.
You will work on a variety of debt and leasing transactions related to a variety of assets and Energy & Infrastructure projects
Client Details
Our client is a a Future Facing law firm with more than 70 offices in over 40 countries and 5,000+ lawyers worldwide. They combine deep local market understanding with a global perspective. They are passionate about building strong relationships with their clients, their people, and the communities they work in.
They take a bold, dynamic, and agile approach to ensure their clients are able to face the future with confidence. They are driven by technology and readily embrace the possibilities it opens up for developing new and better ways of working. Their aim is to inspire, impact and support their clients and their people, helping them to maximize their potential and thrive.
Description
Working primarily with lead partners specialising in Energy, Islamic and Asset Finance you will assist in driving this growth area of the wider Energy, Infrastructure, Project and Asset Finance (EIPAF) group.
You will work on a variety of debt and leasing transactions related to a variety of assets and Energy & Infrastructure projects. You will have the opportunity to liaise with other offices, practice areas and local counsel around the world.
The client acts on lending transactions across various sectors and product areas. Particular areas of focus include asset related financing involving real estate, ships, aircraft and project assets or complex structured transactions.
In this role, you can expect to get involved in a variety of work including:
large energy, waste, water and infrastructure projects around the Middle Eastcomplex Islamic finance structures acting for Shariah compliant banks and other market partiesasset financing of ships, aircraft and rolling stock
Profile
The successful applicant should:-
Be a qualified solicitor, ideally between 3-6PQE.Be able to demonstrate an interest in, and enthusiasm for project financeHave gained good experience in a recognized finance team, with strong project and asset finance experience beneficial Have excellent written and oral communication skillsHave a strong academic backgroundDemonstrate the ambition to succeedUnderstand the importance of and have a commitment to business development and client relationship managementBe commercially orientated with a commitment to innovationHave the ability to work both independently and as part of a teamBe well-organized with strong administration and time management skills and the ability and drive to meet demanding deadlinesArabic speaking will be advantageous but not essentialExperience within UAE and the GCC is also preferred.
Job Offer
Competitive basic salary (reviewed annually)Flexible, hybrid working policyGenerous bonus schemeUp to 25 days holiday (rising to 28 days with service)Holiday exchange schemePrivate medical insuranceEnhanced parental leaveReasonable adjustments and accommodation for disabled talent in accordance with the Equality Act 2010
