Transactional shipping lawyer in City of London

Job description

Associate – Ship Finance (3–6 PQE)

Location: London

Tier 1 Practice | Global Clients | Award-Winning Team

An elite international law firm is looking to appoint a talented Ship Finance Associate (3–6 PQE) to join its top-tier London shipping and asset finance team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside industry-leading partners on some of the most complex and high-value maritime finance transactions globally.

The Opportunity

This role offers:

International Scope – Act for leading global shipowners, banks, lessors, and private equity funds on transactions across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

⚓ Tier 1 Exposure – Join a Chambers and Legal 500-ranked practice known for its excellence in shipping finance, vessel transactions, and structured maritime deals.

Genuine Career Progression – Clear development pathway, early responsibility, and strong partner support in a team that actively invests in its people.

High-Calibre Work – Advise on ship finance structures, including bilateral and syndicated loan facilities, sale and leasebacks, newbuilds, S&P deals, and chartering arrangements.

Collaborative Culture – A supportive and internationally connected team with a reputation for quality, technical precision, and commercial insight.

The Role

The incoming associate will:

• Advise on complex secured lending, including syndicated and bilateral facilities, ECA-backed finance, and refinancing structures
• Draft and negotiate key finance documents: term sheets, loan agreements, security packages, and intercreditor agreements
• Support on vessel sale & purchase, shipbuilding, and chartering contracts
• Work closely with internationally recognised partners and cross-border teams
• Develop client relationships and manage deals from instruction through to closing

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be:

• 3–6 years PQE, qualified in England & Wales or another common law jurisdiction
• Experienced in ship finance or asset finance, with solid deal execution skills
• Confident in drafting and negotiating core transaction documents
• Commercially astute, proactive, and comfortable engaging with sophisticated clients
• A strong team player with a genuine interest in maritime commerce and global trade

This is a rare opportunity to join one of the most prestigious shipping and finance practices globally. For more information or a confidential discussion, please send your CV to charlotte.pember@idexconsulting.com

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

01-08-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English