Legal Intern (Banking, Finance & Capital Markets Practice)

• Financing & lending transactions - drafting and negotiating various credit agreements, asset financing and structuring, asset transfers under different legal arrangements.
• Secured transactions - mortgages, pledges over bank accounts, and other security arrangements.
• Regulatory advice - currency control, payment regulations, compliance with contractual payment provisions.
• Financial institutions & payment companies - establishment, registration, licensing.
• M&A in the financial sector - acquisitions and sales of banks, financial institutions, and payment companies.
• Capital markets - IPOs, bond issuances, and related transactions.
• Energy sector financing - agreements, regulatory compliance, and market analysis.

• Duration: 3 months
• Format: Flexible schedule to balance studies and work (hybrid or remote options available)
• Compensation: Paid internship with official employment
• Potential: Full-time offer for top performers
• Location: Kyiv Office

• 4th-6th year law student or recent graduate (preferably with a specialisation in financial or banking law).
• Strong interest in banking, finance, and corporate law.
• Knowledge of the fundamentals of civil, commercial, and financial law of Ukraine.
• English at B2 level or higher (ability to read and analyse legal texts and draft legal documents in English is an advantage).
• Ability to handle large volumes of information, conduct legal research, and perform analysis.
• High attention to detail, responsibility, and ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical thinking and clear written/oral communication skills.
• Teamwork and interpersonal skills.

• Internship experience at law firms, banks, or financial institutions.
• Basic knowledge of international financial transactions and capital markets.
• Participation in moot court competitions, academic conferences, or publications in finance or corporate law.

• Conduct legal research under Ukrainian and international law.
• Prepare short analytical notes and summaries.
• Verify references to legislation and quotations in documents.
• Assist in drafting basic legal documents (letters, requests, standard contracts).
• Translate documents and legal texts to/from English.
• Update internal templates and databases.
• Prepare client presentations and information materials.
• Monitor banking and financial law updates.
• Provide administrative support (scanning, organising files).
• Participate in internal meetings and trainings.

• Real legal work experience - work on live matters and handle actual client-related tasks.
• Mentorship from experienced lawyers with international backgrounds.
• Structured learning -legal writing, time management, and soft skills workshops.
• Supportive work culture -collaborative environment where interns are valued team members.
• Flexibility - hybrid or remote options depending on team arrangements.
• Fun & engagement - social events, workshops, language clubs, and more.
• Real Career orientation - an ability to support also other Legal Practices, and to define your career focus while trying yourself in different legal areas and fields.

• Make a short Test Assignment
• Pass a professional interview.
• Receive your job offer.

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