Job Description

An open and energetic atmosphere and a personal approach - at Simmons & Simmons Luxembourg, we like to do things differently. We're part of a large international network with 22 offices in 15 countries; yet our approach is entrepreneurial, innovative and all about putting people at the center. We're a team of 60 amazing people, servicing a various range of clients within the Asset Management & Investment Funds, Financial Institutions, Digital and Healthcare & Life sciences sectors. Simmons & Simmons is uniquely positioned to provide premium sector-focused advice to some of the world's leading companies, Financial Institutions, Funds and Supranational Organisations.

What about the team ?

Composed of a multicultural and dynamic group of experts having a vast experience in advising clients, our banking department specialises amongst others in syndicated lending, investment grade, leveraged acquisition finance, securitisation, repackaging, structured products and debt restructuring … Take the opportunity to join a fast growing department that will enable you to grow and work in a diverse environment on cross-border matters.

Need a change? Interested in becoming a member of the dynamic and fast-expanding Luxembourg-based team of an international business law firm? We are looking for:

a Junior Banking & Finance Lawyer

YOUR ROLE

• Representing financial institutions, corporates, and funds in financing transactions, including secured and unsecured lending, acquisition finance, real estate finance, fund finance, and general banking matters;
• Representing financial institutions, corporates, and funds in securitisation, structured products and repackaging;
• Be involved in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of contracts and legal documents across transactional and advisory work, including bank lending, leveraged finance, real estate and fund financings, green and sustainable finance, and structured finance;
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice on complex legal issues related to banking and finance transactions;
• Work closely with colleagues across the firm to support deals and projects, including assisting with structuring, negotiating, and closing finance transactions;
• Provide support to senior lawyers on client matters and contributing to the delivery of high-quality work;
• Develop professional relationships with clients and colleagues, with a focus on building knowledge and experience in banking and finance law.

YOUR PROFILE

• Graduate from university in Law;
• 1-3 years’ experience in Banking & Finance Law, ideally in a Luxembourg law firm;
• Admission to the Luxembourg Bar or any other European Bar;
• Fluent in English and French; German is an asset;
• Strong analytical and synthetic skills, ability to provide practical guidance on complex topics;
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative, team-oriented approach to providing practical and effective advice.

WE OFFER

• You will work on ground-breaking deals for top-tier clients. The range, calibre and international scope of our deal-flow is unique - and makes us stand out from our competitors;
• Winning clients and work is not just the job of senior lawyers. We expect you to be entrepreneurial and business minded. Be involved in business development and create your own relationships with clients;
• From day one, you will be slotted in to have a chance to make a real difference through the work you do; and we will support you with legal and soft-skills trainings;
• An international and multi-cultural team and a focus on team work;
• The ability to grow your network, locally and internationally;
• Possibility for client secondments and secondments to our international offices;
• Involvement in local and international initiatives and pro bono activities;
• You will be guided and supervised by experienced colleagues.

All applications will be treated strictly confidentially.