In-House Asset Finance Paralegal (Shipping)

City of London Interim View Job Description
This role supports complex ship sale, purchase, and financing transactions, working closely with legal and commercial teams from drafting through closing. It requires sharp drafting, strong coordination skills, and the ability to manage fast‑moving deals across internal teams and external counsel. This is a 12m Mat Cover.
  • Strong ship finance and S&P experience supporting complex deals
  • Fast, commercial drafting across high‑pressure transactions

About Our Client

The business operates in an asset‑intensive, highly regulated commercial environment, with a strong focus on executing complex transactions efficiently. It works closely across legal, finance, and operational functions to support high‑value assets throughout their lifecycle. It is fast‑moving and detail‑driven, relying on close coordination between internal teams and external advisors to manage risk, compliance, and execution while supporting broader commercial objectives.

Job Description

  • Support ship sale, purchase, and financing transactions end to end
  • Draft and prepare transaction documents and corporate authorities
  • Manage conditions precedent and transaction trackers
  • Liaise with ship registries and handle registration filings
  • Coordinate and attend closings with internal teams and advisors
  • Conduct KYC/AML reviews and compliance checks
  • Work closely with legal, finance, treasury, and operations teams
  • Liaise with external counsel and third‑party stakeholders
  • Maintain organised records and document management systems
  • Assist with commercial and technical agreement drafting

The Successful Applicant

  • Highly organised and detail‑driven, with strong transactional discipline
  • Experienced in supporting complex, fast‑moving commercial or asset‑based deals
  • A confident drafter, able to produce clear, accurate documents under pressure
  • Commercially aware, with an understanding of how legal work supports the wider business
  • Comfortable working independently while collaborating across teams
  • Effective at coordinating multiple stakeholders and meeting tight deadlines
  • Proactive, resilient, and adaptable in a dynamic, high‑volume environment
  • Trusted to handle sensitive information with discretion and professionalism
  • Full UK working rights for the duration of the contract

What's on Offer

  • 12 M FTC Maternity Cover
  • Competitive Salary dependent on experience
  • OFFICE BASED ROLE (London)
  • A hands‑on role supporting high‑value, complex commercial transactions
  • Close exposure to legal and commercial decision‑making within the business
  • The opportunity to work with experienced internal teams and external advisors
  • A dynamic, fast‑paced environment with real responsibility and visibility
  • A role scope and seniority calibrated to your experience



Contact
Nellie Russell-Hughes
Quote job ref
JN-042026-6998882
Phone number
+44 207 269 2444

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Paralegals / Legal Assistants - In House
Sector
Transport & Distribution
Location
City of London
Contract type
Interim
Consultant name
Nellie Russell-Hughes
Consultant phone
+44 207 269 2444
Job reference
JN-042026-6998882