Legal Consultant - Structured / Asset Finance

We are currently seeking a Legal Consultant - Structured / Asset‑Based Finance to support our client, an international cutting edge, AI infrastructure and computing company:

Responsibilities 

• Lead the drafting, negotiation, and execution of asset‑based financing transactions backed by high‑value computing hardware (e.g. GPUs and other digital infrastructure assets), including core loan and security documentation.
• Structure and coordinate cross‑border financing deals, including entity set‑up, transfers, and obtaining necessary consents from lenders and counterparties.
• Review and optimise underlying commercial contracts (e.g. hardware purchase, colocation, and cloud services agreements) to ensure they are acceptable for lenders.
• Manage external counsel and transaction timelines, including conditions precedent and any associated regulatory or disclosure requirements.

Requirements 

• Minimum of 5 years’ PQE in banking and finance, gained in leading private practice, in‑house, or a combination of both.
• Proven track record advising on secured lending, structured finance, or asset‑based finance; exposure to digital infrastructure, data centre, or technology financings is an advantage.
• Able to work autonomously in a fast‑moving environment, manage multiple workstreams, and deliver under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and drafting skills; strong stakeholder management, with Mandarin language capability a plus.

Compensation, Benefits & Location:

This role offers a range of competitive compensation and a highly competitive benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace that includes health benefits and paid time off. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites work both / either remotely or on site with our clients, depending on theirs and client’s preferences.

Axiom is the global leader in high-caliber, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.

Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.

Learn more about working at Axiom.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.

Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at benefits@axiomlaw.com and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.

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Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.

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