Loans Lawyer

1 week ago


London, UK, United Kingdom Montresor Legal Full time

Job Title: Loans Lawyer – VP Level (6-Month Contract)

Department: Legal

Location: London


Company Overview:

A leading Investment Bank which champions entrepreneurship and creative problem-solving.


Team Overview:

The Legal team for Investment Banking includes a dedicated group of lawyers responsible for managing legal and reputational risks across a range of complex transactions. The team provides strategic legal advice and support to ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and legislative requirements while partnering closely with key stakeholders.


Role Overview:

This is a temporary 6-month role supporting the Acquisition and Leveraged Finance business within the EMEA region, providing specialist legal guidance on a variety of lending transactions.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver legal support for leveraged and acquisition finance transactions, private credit, and infrastructure lending.
  • Draft, negotiate, and review transaction documentation, including mandate letters, commitment letters, loan agreements, and associated documents.
  • Advise on due diligence and provide guidance on legal and regulatory risks.
  • Keep abreast of market practices and regulatory changes.
  • Support additional legal matters across Investment Banking and other business divisions as needed.


Candidate Profile:

We are seeking a qualified lawyer with:

  • Expertise in leveraged and acquisition finance (in-house or private practice).
  • Proficiency with Loan Market Association (LMA) documentation and cross-border transactions.
  • Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and managing legal risk.
  • Exceptional communication and organisational skills, with the ability to deliver under pressure.


Preferred Skills & Attributes:

  • Familiarity with high-yield financing as part of acquisition finance.
  • Experience working in dynamic, deadline-driven environments.
  • A collaborative mindset and ability to build strong relationships with stakeholders.


Why Join:

  • Gain exposure to diverse, high-profile transactions typical of a global financial institution.
  • Broaden product knowledge and experience across challenging jurisdictions.
  • Build relationships across internal teams and senior management.
  • Benefit from a supportive team environment while gaining valuable contract experience.



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