Associate / Recently Qualified Attorney-at-Law – Banking & Finance (m|f|x)

As a leading law firm with 15 offices in Central and Eastern Europe, we advise clients on all commercial law matters. Quality, flexibility, innovation and practical solutions for complex issues in the commercial sector are at the core of Schoenherr's philosophy. Become part of our team and help shape our success in the region.

Key responsibilities

• Assist in the structuring, negotiation and documentation of a wide range of banking and finance transactions, including corporate lending, project finance, acquisition finance and syndicated loans
• Draft, review and revise loan agreements, security documents and related finance documentation under supervision
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on banking regulations, financial services law and cross-border lending issues
• Conduct due diligence reviews and assist in the preparation of due diligence reports for lenders and borrowers
• Liaise with clients, counterparties and other external counsel in the coordination and closing of transactions
• Support senior lawyers in transactional matters, including managing timelines and tracking documentation
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of market trends, legal developments and regulatory changes relevant to the banking and finance sector
• Ensure all client work is carried out to the highest professional and ethical standards

Qualifications

• Recently qualified lawyer or up to three years of post-qualification experience
• Excellent command of both English and Hungarian (written and spoken)
• Strong interest and/or professional experience in finance, capital markets or regulatory law

• Dedication to the challenges of the profession and the ability to work independently and creatively
• Experience studying or working in an international environment, knowledge of German and/or an LL.M. degree are advantages

We offer

• Highly competitive benefits package
• Excellent long-term career prospects and supportive conditions for candidates preparing for the bar exam
• Creative work on high-profile, varied and complex cases
• Regular professional training, several times a year abroad
• Publication opportunities and professional assistance
• Support for academic work, specialist legal training and Ph.D. studies
• Participation in professional conferences and other forums
• Young, innovative team
• Modern, business-like working environment

If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit your CV in both English and Hungarian, along with your salary expectations, to recruiting.hungary@schoenherr.eu