Funds Lawyer

London Temporary £650 - £950 per day View Job Description
We are seeking a Funds Lawyer to provide expert legal guidance and support within a global Banking Group in London for 12 months.
  • 12-month fixed-term contract covering Funds Finance
  • Join a collaborative, globally focused in‑house legal team.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global financial services institution with a strong and well‑established presence across the EMEA region. Known for its stability, collaborative culture and long‑term strategic vision, the organisation combines international reach with a people focussed approach. The business is undergoing continued growth and transformation, creating opportunities to influence policy, shape best practice and support meaningful organisational change. This role sits within a respected legal function that plays a critical part in enabling the firm's strategic ambitions.

Job Description

You will:

  • Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of funds finance, banking and insurance finance documentation, including LMA‑based syndicated and bilateral facilities, NAV facilities, subscription lines and margin loans.
  • Advise on the legal and structuring aspects of transactions, working closely with front office, credit, operations, and other internal teams.
  • Support business units on regulatory developments and market trends impacting fund finance and related loan products.
  • Provide pragmatic legal support in connection with customer relationships, governance matters and cross‑jurisdictional queries.
  • Participate in cross‑functional projects, committees and initiatives relevant to structured finance, lending and wider business strategy.
  • Support more general finance matters as required, including confidentiality agreements, engagement letters and other ancillary documents.

The Successful Applicant

  • Qualified lawyer (2 - 15 PQE) with experience in funds finance, general banking or insurance finance gained in a reputable law firm or financial institution.
  • Strong familiarity with standard loan documentation and fund finance structures.
  • Is collaborative, pragmatic, and capable of working with a high level of autonomy.
  • Has availability for a 12 month contract

What's on Offer

  • Competitive daily rate up to £950 depending on candidate experience
  • Opportunity to work in a prestigious financial services organisation in London.
  • 12-month role providing exposure to complex and high-profile transactions.
Contact
Gillian Stott
Quote job ref
JN-012026-6925927
Phone number
+44 20 7269 2346

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Funds / Asset Management
Sector
Financial Services
Location
London
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Gillian Stott
Consultant phone
+44 20 7269 2346
Job reference
JN-012026-6925927