Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Solicitor (Digital Finance) - Belfast
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Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer – Digital Legal Delivery (Digital) Finance Role
About Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Herbert Smith Freehills (HSF Kramer) is a leading global law firm, advising major organisations worldwide. With over 4,000 people—including 2,400 lawyers and 2,000 business services professionals—across offices in Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and North America, they deliver premium legal services across diverse industries.
The Digital team is a fast-growing, innovative division that collaborates with other practice groups to provide high-quality, cost-effective legal solutions using sophisticated technology. Based in Belfast since 2011, the Digital offering spans Finance, Corporate, Real Estate & Construction, Employment, and Disputes, serving clients with tailored, agile service delivery.
HSF Kramer values performance, offering rewards and career growth while fostering a diverse, inclusive culture where all team members are empowered to thrive authentically.
About HSF Kramer Finance Practice
The Banking & Finance practice is a globally recognised team executing complex, high-profile financings with precision and speed. Based in London, the division advises lenders, borrowers, and financial markets on all transaction types, including:
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- Real estate finance
- Securitisation & structured finance
- Energy finance
- Project finance
- Leveraged finance
About HSF Kramer Digital Finance
The Digital Finance team merges legal expertise with cutting-edge process automation to offer cost-effective, high-quality managed services in financing transactions. It collaborates closely with the traditional Finance teams, delivering tailored solutions while leveraging the firm’s global network.
The Role: Digital Finance Advisor (Belfast)
The successful candidate will join an ambitious, growing law firm team in Belfast, supporting global banking & finance transactions while building client relationships.
Key Responsibilities:
- Transactional Support:
- Assist in financing deals, including conducting company searches, drafting corporate authorisations, security documents, and transactional packages.
- Manage conditions precedent and execute close-out documentation.
- Outsourcing & Mandate Project Delivery:
- Oversee negotiations for banking bilateral documents, trade finance arrangements, NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements), or release letters on behalf of clients.
- Work as an extension of in-house legal teams.
- Collaborative Legal Support:
- Liaise with other HSF Kramer practice groups globally to deliver seamless client service.
- Supervise Trainees or Legal Analysts on complex matters, under senior guidance.
- Knowledge & Compliance:
- Maintain up-to-date legal knowledge in finance-related areas.
- Ensure timely compliance with billing/contractual obligations (e.g., timesheets).
- Client Relations & Business Development:
- Foster strong business relationships with key clients.
- Flexible Travel Requirements:
- Occasional travel, e.g., to the London office, may be required.
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Note: Responsibilities may evolve as the firm’s needs change.
Qualifications, Skills & Experience
Essential:
- Qualified solicitor in England & Wales or Northern Ireland (Republic of Ireland/other common law jurisdictions considered if willing to requalify).
- 1–3 years PQE (post-qualified experience), with at least 6 months in Banking & Finance Law.
Desirable:
- Experience working in private practice law firms/in-house legal roles.
- Transactional banking/finance experience (e.g., securitisation, leveraged finance, energy/reality structuring).
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