International Corporate Legal Associate

European Bank for Reconstruction and Development; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An international financial institution is seeking an Associate for its Corporate team. This role involves providing specialist legal advice, drafting and negotiating legal documentation, and liaising with external counsel. The ideal candidate should possess a law degree, significant post-qualification experience, and strong project management skills. A good command of English and knowledge of international administrative law are essential. This position offers a hybrid working environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for global engagement

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of post-qualification legal experience, preferably in international organisations.
• Good knowledge of international administrative law and its implications on employment relationships.
• Demonstrated readiness to work in international development environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist legal advice in a multi-disciplinary operational team.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documentation.
• Monitor and review the work of outside counsel.
• Conduct legal research as instructed by counsel.

Skills

Legal research

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Written English proficiency

Multilingual capabilities (Arabic, French, Russian, Ukrainian)

Education

Law degree from a leading university

Postgraduate law degree

Job description

An international financial institution is seeking an Associate for its Corporate team. This role involves providing specialist legal advice, drafting and negotiating legal documentation, and liaising with external counsel. The ideal candidate should possess a law degree, significant post-qualification experience, and strong project management skills. A good command of English and knowledge of international administrative law are essential. This position offers a hybrid working environment with competitive benefits.