An opportunity has arisen for an experienced financial services lawyer to join a leading organisation on an interim basis, supporting its banking and finance function. This is a three-month engagement offering flexible working of three to five days per week, depending on seniority, based in Sydney.

The role sits within a fast-paced in-house environment and involves advising product and business teams on a varied workload spanning banking, finance and general commercial matters. You will work directly with multiple internal stakeholders across product, operational and functional teams, providing practical and commercially focused legal advice.

This position is offered through a flexible legal resourcing platform connected to a global law firm, giving consultants access to high-calibre work and a dedicated support team while retaining control over how, when and where they work.

Minimum of 5 years' experience as a financial services lawyer, from private practice or in-house roles in large organisations
General banking and finance experience within a financial services or commercial environment
Experience reviewing and negotiating confidentiality agreements, NDAs and reliance letters
Drafting, reviewing and advising on bank guarantees, and familiarity with bilateral and syndicated loan agreements and related finance documentation
Understanding of lending transactions, general banking documentation, trade finance products and supply chain finance arrangements
Strong commercial contracts experience, including identifying key contractual risks and negotiating appropriate protections
Ability to identify and advise on legal, contractual and commercial risks arising from banking transactions
Confident working with senior and diverse stakeholders; strong communication, organisational and attention-to-detail skills
In-house legal experience within a bank or other financial institution, and exposure to regional or cross-border APAC stakeholders, highly regarded
Current Australian practising certificate and right to live and work in Australia

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