Senior Counsel

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate various agreements, including term loan and revolving credit facilities, security agreements, collateral documents and guarantees
• Provide legal advice on structuring finance transactions backed by fine art and collectible assets across multiple jurisdictions
• Conduct due diligence and facilitate transaction closings
• Contribute subject matter expertise to the development of playbooks, templates, and operational best practices
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations and adherence to internal policies
• Partner internally to identify opportunities for process improvement and scalability
• Lead trainings for business partners on legal issues
• Participate in negotiations with borrowers, outside counsel and counterparties
• Provide additional legal support as directed by the General Counsel

Requirements

• Qualified lawyer in the UK
• 2-6 years post qualification experience in banking/finance
• Strong drafting, communication, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage numerous projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent business judgment and ability to assess legal risk
• Proficiency with legal technology platforms including matter management and contract lifecycle management

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an in-house legal department
• Familiarity with New York law

About the Company

Sotheby’s Financial Services is a leading art lender providing capital solutions for collectors worldwide, enabling clients to unlock liquidity in fine art and collectible assets through technology and innovation.