The Team
The Aviation Finance Team at ALG is one of the largest in Ireland and is ambitious for further growth. The team is ranked 'Band 1' by all relevant guides and we are proud to advise on the most interesting and complex deals in the market with a diverse and top quality client base. The Aviation Finance team is part of the firm's banking department which sits at the top of the Irish domestic banking market, with our advice on international finance regarded as "being the best in class" by numerous commentators and co advisors. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and value teamwork and ambition.
The Role
Strong finance experience is essential and candidates must be able to demonstrate good experience in acting on behalf of banks and borrowers and a proven ability to manage transactions and work well as part of a team. This firm's Aviation Group is acknowledged as a leader in the Irish market and advises banks, airlines, leasing companies, manufacturers, export credit agencies, funds, arrangers and lenders on a number of domestic and cross-border transportation, asset finance, including securitisations of aircraft lease portfolios and the establishment of aircraft leasing and joint venture companies in Ireland.
Background and experience:
The ideal candidate will have relevant experience within the finance group of a large or medium corporate law firm
- An ability to be collegial, work as part of a team and show a high level of initiative and be proactive
- Strong academics
- Excellent technical and drafting skills coupled with a good eye for detail
- A track record of excellence in client service
- A high level of commercial awareness
- Strong communication and organisational skills
- A proven ability to manage multiple priorities and ensure that deadlines are consistently met
- A strong work ethic, a flexible approach to work and the willingness and resilience to work in a fast-paced environment
Benefits
- A competitive remuneration package
- Access to the firm’s marquee training and development programmes, delivered through the ALG School of Business and Law
- Discretionary performance bonus
- Pension and health insurance contribution, wellbeing contribution, life assurance, subsidised gym, restaurant and coffee shop.
- Hybrid working policy
The firm
ALG is a leading Irish law firm with five international offices in Dublin, Belfast, London, New York and San Francisco. There are currently 127 partners and over 1,000 employees. The strong international and domestic business community in Ireland forms a valuable part of the ALG client base. ALG is incredibly proud to be recognised as one of the leading Irish law firms in the Chambers and Partners Europe 2026 Guide. ALG is also ranked as a 'top tier' law firm in The Legal 500 EMEA Guide 2026 and the IFLR1000 Guide 2026. The firm is consistently ranked number one in the Irish market and on a European level.
ALG has a reputation for leading the way in continuously developing its service to clients and internally to its business. This is delivered using new processes, ways of working, innovative use of technology and marketing-leading business service teams.
Accessibility: If you require any accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us and we will work with you to ensure the best possible candidate experience.
We value a diverse and inclusive workforce and are an equal opportunities employer.