Trade Finance Lawyer - Vice President

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Our client is seeking a highly skilled Trade Finance Lawyer (Vice President)to join their Legal Services team in London. This is a strategic, hands-on role supporting corporate lending and trade finance activity across the EMEA region.

Offering the stability of a global leader with the energy of a growing business, they provide a unique platform for legal professionals to thrive. You’ll enjoy meaningful responsibility, cross-border exposure, and the chance to work with a diverse team of experts at the heart of the financial services industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise on a wide range of corporate lending matters including syndicated and bilateral loans, guarantees, security structures, and sustainable finance.

• Provide legal input on trade finance products such as letters of credit, supply chain and receivables financing, and guarantees.

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial contracts, including internal service-level agreements and third-party procurement or tech agreements.

• Offer guidance on English law and legal/regulatory developments impacting cross-border transactions.

• Collaborate with front office, risk, compliance, and operations to manage legal risk and ensure seamless execution of deals.

• Manage relationships with external legal counsel and ensure legal spend is efficient and controlled.

• Maintain and update legal documentation, internal databases, and playbooks.

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales) with a minimum of 4 years’ PQE

• Strong experience in corporate lending and/or trade finance, ideally from a leading law firm or in-house within financial services

• Familiarity with commercial contracts and legal risk management in banking or a regulated environment

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple workstreams, solve problems proactively, and work collaboratively across teams

• Organised, adaptable, and able to thrive under pressure

• Experience mentoring junior colleagues is a plus

On Offer:

• A collaborative and purpose-driven working environment

• Cross-border exposure and career development opportunities

• The chance to be part of a growing, dynamic legal team influencing global finance

• A diverse and inclusive culture where your contributions truly matter

Ready to step into a high-impact legal role in an international financial setting? Apply now and help shape the future of corporate lending and trade finance.