The role

An opportunity exists in our fast-growing and highly regarded Commodities Trade Finance group for a 3 to 6+ years PQE Associate to join our team in Geneva. The team is ranked as one of the best in the market by leading directories, such as Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, for its expertise in trade finance and sustainability-linked finance. In the role, you work directly with Associates, Partners and clients across a range of jurisdictions on interesting, upbeat and often complex matters. You should have excellent drafting skills and be able to work independently as well as part of a team.

About you

We are seeking candidates who:

are admitted as solicitor in England & Wales
have three to six years of trade finance or banking & finance experience, ideally with a leading City law
firm
speak fluent English (French, German or Italian a plus)
have excellent English communication and drafting skills
demonstrate a genuine passion for international trade, banking, trade finance and the applicable laws
have a solid understanding of trade finance structures and needs in the commodities sector, on which
they are enthusiastic to build
are willing to think out of the box to find and implement innovative structures
are willing to learn and strive to be the best lawyer they can be
are efficient and can demonstrate excellent time management
understand that providing outstanding client service is paramount
willing to understand the client's business to best meet its objectives
can maintain strong internal and external relationships

On offer

The successful candidate will join a reputable and thriving practice, and work with a high performing and

supportive team who view the broader success of the firm as paramount. Clients are global and diverse,

among commodity trading and shipping firms and banks located in Switzerland, London, Paris, Amsterdam, Eastern Europe or Africa. Along with an attractive salary package, you will be eligible for bonuses and offered training programmes and a clear career progression path. The position is full-time based in Geneva.

Trade Finance Solicitor