Job Description
City: City of London, Greater London
State: London; England
Company: IDEX Consulting Ltd
Associate – Ship Finance (3–6 PQE)
Location : London
Tier 1 Practice | Global Clients | Award-Winning Team
An elite international law firm is looking to appoint a talented Ship Finance Associate (3–6 PQE) to join its top-tier London shipping and asset finance team . This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside industry-leading partners on some of the most complex and high-value maritime finance transactions globally.
The Opportunity
This role offers:
International Scope – Act for leading global shipowners, banks, lessors, and private equity funds on transactions across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
⚓ Tier 1 Exposure – Join a Chambers and Legal 500-ranked practice known for its excellence in shipping finance, vessel transactions, and structured maritime deals.
Genuine Career Progression – Clear development pathway, early responsibility, and strong partner support in a team that actively invests in its people.
High-Calibre Work – Advise on ship finance structures, including bilateral and syndicated loan facilities, sale and leasebacks, newbuilds, S&P deals, and chartering arrangements.
Collaborative Culture – A supportive and internationally connected team with a reputation for quality, technical precision, and commercial insight.
The Role
The incoming associate will:
- Advise on complex secured lending , including syndicated and bilateral facilities , ECA-backed finance , and refinancing structures
- Draft and negotiate key finance documents: term sheets , loan agreements , security packages , and intercreditor agreements
- Support on vessel sale & purchase , shipbuilding , and chartering contracts
- Work closely with internationally recognised partners and cross-border teams
- Develop client relationships and manage deals from instruction through to closing
Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will be:
- 3–6 years PQE , qualified in England & Wales or another common law jurisdiction
- Experienced in ship finance or asset finance , with solid deal execution skills
- Confident in drafting and negotiating core transaction documents
- Commercially astute, proactive, and comfortable engaging with sophisticated clients
- A strong team player with a genuine interest in maritime commerce and global trade
This is a rare opportunity to join one of the most prestigious shipping and finance practices globally. For more information or a confidential discussion, please send your CV to charlotte.pember@idexconsulting.com
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