Job Description

Aviation Finance Solicitor

Description:
We are hiring for our client, a highly regarded international law firm, to join their Dublin team as an Aviation Finance Solicitor. This role is ideal for a motivated finance lawyer with at least 1 year PQE who is eager to work within a market-leading Aviation Group advising a diverse range of clients, including banks, airlines, leasing companies, export credit agencies, and funds.

The successful candidate will have strong finance experience and a proven ability to manage transactions and collaborate effectively within a team. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex domestic and cross-border aviation finance transactions, including aircraft lease portfolio securitisations and the establishment of leasing and joint venture companies in Ireland.

Top 3 Things to Know About this Job:

1. Competitive salary with excellent benefits package

2. Dublin-based role within a leading Aviation Finance team

3. Opportunity to work on high-profile, international aviation finance transactions

The Role:

• Advise on aviation finance transactions, acting for banks and borrowers.

• Manage complex domestic and international transactions including securitisations and joint ventures.

• Work closely with a diverse client base across banks, leasing companies, and aviation industry stakeholders.

• Collaborate with colleagues across finance and other practice groups to deliver seamless client service.

• Support the development and execution of innovative financing structures.

The Person:

• Minimum 1 year PQE with strong aviation or finance law experience gained at a recognised law firm.

• Demonstrable ability to manage transactions effectively and work well as part of a high-performing team.

• Strong academic background and excellent technical, drafting, and attention-to-detail skills.

• Proven track record in client service and commercial awareness.

• Excellent communication, organisational skills and ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

• Flexible and resilient, able to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding environment.

The Reward:

• Competitive salary and benefits package reflective of experience and expertise.

• Exposure to a specialist, market-leading Aviation Finance team.

• Career development opportunities within an international legal environment.

• Supportive and collegial team culture based in Dublin.

Next Steps:
For further information and to apply for this Aviation Finance Solicitor role, please contact Amy Davis. Visit our website for a full list of legal opportunities.