Aviation Finance Associate
Date: 25 Sep 2024
Location: Dublin, IE, D01 W213
Company: Walkers Global
Walkers is a leading international law and professional services firm providing legal, corporate and fiduciary services to global corporations, financial institutions, capital market participants and investment fund managers. With a global presence spanning the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we advise on the jurisdictions of Bermuda, the British Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Guernsey, Ireland and Jersey.
Walkers treat everyone as the intelligent grown-ups they are. We take a grown-up approach to getting the job done – trusting and empowering our people to deliver consistently, and enabling them to succeed. Diversity is our secret weapon – it’s the sheer breadth of Walkers people that makes us who we are – gathered from across the globe and fluent in languages, jurisdictions and cultures that help us to mirror our clients and keep our own thinking in tune with the world we operate in.
The Role
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Walkers is currently seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic Associate to join its highly regarded and market leading Asset and Aviation Finance Group in Dublin. Our award winning practice is a recognised leader in its field and you will join a dynamic, experienced and growing team of leading lawyers. In this role, you will be given the opportunity to work on a broad range of matters representing top tier clients located in Ireland as well as globally. You will work closely with our partners and associates in advising banks, financial institutions, lessors, aircraft owners, financial arrangers and private equity groups on the most innovative and complex multi-jurisdictional asset and aviation finance and leasing transactions in the market. Your work will be high quality, interesting and challenging. This is an excellent opportunity to work in an internationally focused, professional organisation which places huge emphasis on continuous professional development, mentoring and career development within a collegiate team-based environment. |
The Person
We are seeking qualified lawyers who are 2-7 years post qualification and who ideally have prior experience in asset and aviation finance in a recognised practice however, we would welcome interest from lawyers with general finance, banking and project finance experience. We are open to hearing from those current practicing in Ireland or those interested in returning or relocating to Ireland. Additionally we are looking for candidates who can demonstrate the following:
- Strong academic credentials
- Excellent analytical, technical and drafting skills
- A high level of commercial and business awareness
- A calm and measured approach to problem solving
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Excellent communication skills
- A proven track record in managing competing priorities and deadlines.
Our Benefits
We offer excellent progression opportunities along with a competitive remuneration package and benefits including:
- Competitive Salary
- Supportive environment and open culture
- Prominent international clients and challenging work
- Working directly with partners
- 'Dress for your day' dress code
- Discretionary annual bonus scheme;
- Generous annual leave
- Agile Working Policy
- Health insurance cover
- Pension scheme and firm contribution after 6 months
- Life Assurance
- Paid Maternity & Paternity leave
- Income Protection
- Taxsaver and Bike to Work schemes
- Professional Membership Fees paid
- Learning & Development and Mentorship programmes
- Educational bursaries and assistance
- Client secondment opportunities
- Social Committee, DEI Committee, CSR Committee and various sports, social and charity initiatives
- Subsidised gym access / fitness classes
- Employee Assistance Programme
- VDU eye testing and medical screening
- Wellness programme
Walkers global is an equal opportunity employer. Equality and diversity are key to our global identity and an integral part of our goal to continue being an employer of choice. We are committed to a work environment that supports all individuals irrespective of gender, ethnicity, nationality, race, religion, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. We make every effort to ensure that employment opportunities are open and accessible to all purely on the basis of personal ability.