Senior Legal Counsel

2 maanden geleden


Amsterdam, Nederland Credit Europe Bank NV Voltijd

Credit Europe Bank is a public limited company, established in 1994 in the Netherlands with a full banking license. The bank is headquartered in Amsterdam and has over 1,100 employees in 7 countries. At Credit Europe Bank, we are specialised in corporate banking, marine finance, real estate finance, supply chain finance, international trade and commodity finance, and online retail banking.

Our core values:

- Dynamism: With our passion and energy, we are agile in responding to challenges and changes. Our "can do" attitude enables us to focus on delivering solutions and meeting the expectations of our stakeholders.

- Diversity: We promote diversity as one of the main aspects of our corporate culture. Our diversified background and footprint allow us to think outside of the box and be creative.

- Expertise: We are experts in selected markets and selected products. With our expertise we deliver customized solutions to serve the needs of our customers.

The Role

Credit Europe Bank is seeking a full-time Senior Legal Counse l to join our legal team. You will serve as a key legal resource, advising on a wide array of legal matters with a particular focus on corporate lending, marine finance, real estate finance, restructurings, and relevant legal cases. This role includes managing and coordinating these areas independently, engaging with external counsels in cross-border matters, and leading internal projects. You will report directly to the Head of Legal and this position offers potential exposure to management.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Legal Counsel, you will:

  • Offer expert legal advice on corporate lending, marine finance, real estate finance, restructurings, and related legal cases.
  • Independently manage and coordinate the aforementioned areas, ensuring all actions align with the bank's policies and legal requirements.
  • Draft high-quality loan and security documentation (LMA).
  • Engage and interact with external counsels, managing them in cross-border matters.
  • Lead and participate in internal projects that contribute to the bank's operational efficiency and legal compliance.
  • Serve as a trusted legal advisor to all departments within the Bank.
  • Stay abreast of legal developments and industry practices that could impact the Bank’s operations.
  • Report directly to the Head of Legal, providing updates and contributing to strategy development.

Personal Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have:

  • A law degree and qualified to practice law in the EU, England, or Turkey. Dutch law qualification is highly advantageous.
  • A minimum of 10 years' post-qualified experience in a reputable law firm or as an in-house lawyer at an international bank or financial institution.
  • Significant experience in corporate lending, marine finance, real estate finance, and restructurings.
  • Excellent drafting skills for loan and security documentation (LMA).
  • Proven ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks and transactions, and lead internal projects.
  • Ability to engage and interact effectively with external counsels, especially in managing cross-border matters.
  • Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written. Proficiency in Dutch is highly advantageous.
  • A strong sense of responsibility, with the willingness to take on high-level tasks and challenges.

Further, you are:

· An analytical thinker with strong problem-solving skills.

· Able to effectively collaborate with both internal and external stakeholders.

· Open-minded with an international mindset and cultural awareness.

· Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks and transactions, while still being an effective team player.

Application: 
If you fit our profile please don't hesitate to apply with your CV and a short motivation. For more information, you can contact Asmara Jermias from the Human Resources department. 

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