Corporate / Banking & Finance Lawyer
Location: Baku, Azerbaijan
Employment Type: Full-time
  • A well-established international law firm is looking for a motivated Corporate / Banking & Finance Lawyer to join its Baku-based legal team. The role offers hands-on involvement in complex local and cross-border transactions, direct client interaction, and clear professional growth opportunities within an international environment.
    Key Responsibilities
    • Advise local and international clients on corporate, banking, and finance matters under Azerbaijani law
    • Participate in financing transactions, including acquisition and project finance
    • Conduct legal due diligence, risk assessments, and covenant analysis
    • Draft and review legal documentation related to corporate and financial transactions
    • Coordinate transaction processes involving multiple jurisdictions
    • Work closely with other practice areas such as Corporate/M&A, Infrastructure, and Real Estate
    • Communicate directly with clients and provide practical legal solutions
    Requirements
    • Law degree and qualification under Azerbaijani law
    • 0–3 years of experience in Corporate, Banking & Finance (law firm or in-house)
    • Strong interest in financial transactions and commercial law
    • Excellent Azerbaijani and English (written and spoken)
    • Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
    • Ability to work independently and as part of an international team
    Nice to Have
    • Experience or internships in banking or finance-related legal work
    • LL.M. or other internationally recognized academic qualifications
    • Knowledge of additional foreign languages
    What Is Offered
    • International legal environment with cross-border mandates
    • Strong learning curve and exposure to high-quality legal work
    • Clear career development and mentoring
    • Competitive compensation package
    • Long-term employment opportunity

    Deadline: 29 January