Junior Associate - Banking & Finance

Job description

We are Eversheds Sutherland, a global law firm with over 5,000 colleagues across more than 30 countries. We combine deep sector expertise with an international platform, advising clients wherever they operate. We are now looking for a Junior Associate to join our Banking & Finance team in Luxembourg. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious junior lawyer to develop their expertise in banking and finance law, working closely with experienced senior professionals and gaining meaningful exposure to international transactions and clients from day one. About the team Our Luxembourg Banking & Finance team advises institutional clients on a broad range of domestic and international financing transactions. Working as part of a close-knit team, you will have the opportunity to collaborate directly with senior lawyers and partners on complex, cross-border matters. The team’s expertise spans a wide range of financing work, including: • Real estate finance • Fund finance • Acquisition finance • Asset finance • Structured finance and securitisations • Cross-border financing transactions and securities issuances The team combines strong technical expertise with a pragmatic, commercially focused approach to client service. You will work in an international environment where English is the common working language, alongside colleagues and clients from a variety of jurisdictions. The role As a Junior Associate, you will work closely with our Partner in the Banking & Finance Group, and other senior professionals across the team. You will be involved in a variety of banking and finance transactions from an early stage, supporting matters throughout the transaction lifecycle and developing your technical knowledge and commercial understanding. You will also have the opportunity to build direct relationships with clients and take on increasing responsibility as your experience grows. Your responsibilities will include: • Assisting with domestic and international banking and finance transactions • Drafting and reviewing transaction documentation and other legal documents • Conducting legal research and providing support on a range of financing matters • Working directly with partners and senior lawyers on transaction structuring and execution • Communicating with clients and other parties involved in transactions • Contributing to the efficient delivery of high-quality, commercially focused legal advice As part of a small team, you will benefit from close supervision, direct partner interaction and the opportunity to learn through hands-on experience. The role is primarily focused on banking and finance, with the potential to gain some exposure to related corporate matters where appropriate. What we are looking for We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded junior lawyer with a genuine interest in banking and finance and the ambition to develop within an international law firm. You will ideally have: • Up to two years of relevant legal experience, ideally in banking and finance • A strong interest in banking and finance transactions and an appetite to develop your technical expertise • Strong drafting, analytical and organisational skills, with excellent attention to detail • The ability to work effectively as part of a small, collaborative team while managing competing priorities • A proactive, flexible and hands-on approach, with a willingness to take ownership of tasks and learn from experienced colleagues • Excellent English language skills; French and/or German would be an advantage English is essential, as it is the team's common working language. French and German language skills are highly valued given the Luxembourg market and the team's international client base, but candidates with excellent English and a willingness to develop their additional language skills are encouraged to apply. What we offer • Early responsibility and client exposure: Be involved in transactions and client-facing work from day one. • Direct partner access: Work closely with senior professionals in a small team, with opportunities for hands-on guidance and mentoring. • Broad transactional experience: Develop your expertise across a range of domestic and international banking and finance matters. • A clear development opportunity: Build your technical skills, commercial awareness and confidence as a junior lawyer. • An international working environment: Collaborate with colleagues and clients across jurisdictions as part of a global law firm. • A collaborative team culture: Learn from experienced practitioners while making a meaningful contribution to the team's work. How to apply If you are looking to build your career in banking and finance law and would welcome the opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners on international transactions, we would be pleased to hear from you. Diversity & Inclusion At Eversheds Sutherland, “Inclusive” is a core business value. We bring together different skillsets, global mindsets and approaches. We foster diversity of thought and the freedom to put ideas into action. We have an inherent respect for the individual. We have a strong belief in collaboration and teamwork. Sharing ideas, asking questions, solving challenges and meeting our clients’ goals: together. We want all our people to thrive at work and reach their full potential and we work hard to continue to build a diverse and inclusive culture, monitor and report on our progress and impact, and develop our approach. This is reflected in our policies, systems and processes, and in our work with diversity membership organisations. Many of our people work flexibly in some way and we are open to considering how we can accommodate flexible working arrangements alongside role requirements. If this is important to you, please talk to us about it during the recruitment process. We want you to perform at your best during our recruitment process. If there is any adjustment or support you need, please contact us so we can discuss how we can best assist you. For you, For your success. And what's next.