Join Morgan McKinley, a global player in the aircraft leasing industry, and embark on a challenging career as a junior Legal Counsel.
The role offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of complex international aviation transactions and contribute to the growth and development of our dynamic legal team based in Dublin's city centre office.
About the Role:
This position involves working closely with senior leadership to develop and manage the internal Legal Department. The successful candidate will take ownership of legal workstreams related to aircraft operating leases, acquisitions, and disposals.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Partner with cross-functional teams to advise on, structure, draft, and negotiate various aviation-related contracts.
2. Lead negotiations with airlines, OEMs, third-party service providers, and other lessors.
3. E nsure timely and accurate execution of transaction documentation in line with company standards and legal best practices.
4. Manage relationships with external counsel and oversee legal costs related to aviation transactions.
5. Provide support across internal legal matters, including corporate governance and compliance.
6. Collaborate with the risk function to assist on contentious matters such as litigation, repossession, and bankruptcy proceedings.
Candidate Profile:
* NQ-3 years' post-qualification experience in a transactional legal role, preferably with direct exposure to aircraft leasing or other legal banking/financial work experience.
* Internationally recognised legal qualification and strong academic credentials.
* Strong understanding of legal issues relating to aircraft financing, operating leases, sales, acquisitions, novations, and asset recovery.
* Commercially minded, solutions-oriented, and able to thrive in a high-pressure environment.
* Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills; willing and able to travel internationally at short notice.
Skills: Aviation Finance Leasing Banking