Senior Associate | Banking & Finance Lawyer (Bilateral & Syndicated lending)

Cognia Law · Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa

Location
Cape Town
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 16, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

To act as a senior associate within a global financial services environment, providing commercially pragmatic and technically robust legal support on credit and lending matters. 
 
The role requires an experienced and self-sufficient lawyer who can independently manage complex transactions, build strong stakeholder relationships, and operate effectively within a cross-border legal team.

Job Requirements

  • Qualified lawyer with 5 - 6+ years post qualification experience gained within a leading law firm or financial institution. 
  • Strong experience in credit and lending, with exposure to large, complex financial transactions with minimal supervision. 
  • Familiarity with LMA and/or LSTA documentation.  
  • Strong collaboration skills within international, cross-functional teams.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills. 
  • Strong organisational, prioriti...

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