This is an outstanding opportunity to develop within a successful and rapidly growing company and to work on exciting and unique transactions across the entire aviation finance landscape.
The AVP Legal will provide support to members of the legal and contracts teams and will be responsible for coordinating the closing of new aircraft and engine purchases, sales, financings and lease agreements.
Responsibilities: Assisting and supporting transaction lawyers in project managing transactions through documentation phase to contract signature and closing Assisting with the negotiation of and drafting lease agreements, sale agreements, guarantees, and condition precedent documents. Actively participating in and managing transaction closings, including document execution process Ensuring all documentation is completed to meet deadlines and in accordance with company standards and compliance guidelines Creation of KYC and document signing packs and managing the KYC/AML processes Managing transactions from inception to completion, including tracking of conditions precedent, closing processes and post completion management. Drafting, reviewing, negotiating and agreeing ancillary documentation, such as lease amendments, side letters, LOIs, term sheets, conditions precedent and corporate approvals. Co-ordinating and managing input from technical, credit, finance and commercial departments in transaction due diligence process. Liaising where necessary with airlines, banks, aircraft buyers and sellers, manufacturers and maintenance providers. Liaising with outside counsel in all relevant jurisdictions when required. Liaising with corporate service providers in various jurisdictions to establish and manage special purpose companies Experience & Skills: Qualified solicitor with +2 years PQE in an aircraft leasing environment Outstanding attention to detail. Knowledge of corporate structures and experience with corporate governance matters. Good time management skills, and ability to multi-task and prioritise workload. Willingness to take responsibility. Good communication skills – ability to deal with customers and senior management and be receptive to instruction. Drafting skills. Flexible, a strong team player, open to new ideas and robust. Ability to work under pressure and maintain responsiveness during transaction cycles. Apply: ******