Reference: 4822321Job ID: 5410769Posted: 2026-08-20Closing date: 2026-11-17Location: LondonSalary: Competitive + bonus + exceptional benefits (per annum)Job type: PermanentWorking pattern: Full timeIndustry: Banking & Financial Services / In-house LegalCompany: HaysConsultant: Neel MehtaHays office: London-City — 5th Floor, 107 Cheapside,Phone: 02034650140Email: Neel.
Mehta@hays.comYour new company A leading powerhouse in the financial services sector, this bank consistently ranks as one of the most influential commercial banks in the world. Headquartered in Asia with an established international footprint, the organisation excels in delivering corporate, retail and investment banking solutions, including structured/trade/real estate finance and corporate lending. Your new role This is a newly created Legal Counsel role, working closely with the Head of Banking, as part of a small team within the UK entity.
You will work on a range of transactional corporate banking matters, including investment grade loans, structured/project finance and real estate finance. Advising stakeholders across full transaction life-cycles, you will enjoy a great level of responsibility and less compartmentalisation, compared to banks with significantly larger teams. This will include mitigating regulatory risks through the bank's risk framework, drafting relevant documentation and supporting in relation to product approval processes.
Working from the City of London office, this is a great opportunity to work closely with the head of department and accelerate your learning and development as a junior banking lawyer.
What you'll need to succeed Candidates should be qualified from a reputable law firm in England & Wales, with a guidance range of 1-2 PQE, and must have uninhibited UK working rights. Exposure to corporate lending transactions will be important, while exposure to products including structured/project/trade finance and ISDA documentation will be advantageous. A willingness to be office-based and to manage internal stakeholders at all levels is necessary.
What you'll get in return You will be guided through a clear career development strategy, and gain exposure to a broad range of corporate banking transactional work. You will be rewarded with an excellent salary, bonus scheme and benefits package, and a social culture that celebrates diverse origins.
What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #4822321 - Neel Mehta
Legal Counsel, Corporate Banking in London employer: Hays
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