Aviation Associate – 2–4 PQE
London
A leading international law firm is looking to hire an Aviation Associate at 2–4 PQE to join its highly regarded aviation practice in London.
This is an excellent opportunity for an aviation lawyer looking to develop their career within a sophisticated, international team advising some of the key players across the global aviation industry.
The Opportunity
The team advises a broad range of clients including airlines, aircraft lessors, banks and financial institutions, manufacturers, insurers and other major aviation businesses on complex and high-value matters.
The role will provide exposure to a broad range of aviation work, with a particular focus on aircraft finance, leasing and related commercial transactions. Depending on your experience, you may also have the opportunity to work on wider aviation commercial and regulatory matters.
Typical matters can include:
- Aircraft acquisitions and disposals
- Operating and finance leases
- Sale and leaseback transactions
- Aircraft and component financing
- Aviation-related asset finance
- JOLCO and other structured financing transactions
- Aviation commercial agreements
- Maintenance and engine support arrangements
- Wet leases, charter arrangements and ground handling
- Regulatory and wider aviation matters
The London team also works closely with the firm’s international aviation and disputes practices, providing the opportunity for genuine cross-border exposure and collaboration across jurisdictions.
About You
We are looking for a UK-qualified solicitor with approximately 2–4 years’ PQE and experience within aviation, asset finance or a closely related practice.
You will ideally have:
- Experience in aviation finance, aircraft leasing or asset finance
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills
- Experience working on sophisticated, cross-border transactions
- The ability to manage matters effectively and work closely with clients
- A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within aviation
- Excellent academics and strong technical ability
The team would also consider lawyers with a strong asset finance background and a genuine interest in moving further into aviation.
Why this opportunity?
This is a chance to join an established London aviation practice with a global client base and significant international reach, working on sophisticated transactions across the aviation sector. The firm’s aviation practice advises across the full spectrum of the industry, including major aircraft financing and leasing transactions.
Location: London
PQE: 2–4 years
Practice: Aviation / Asset Finance
Position: Associate
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