Fieldfisher is a European full-service law firm with market-leading practices in banking & financial services, technology, IP, corporate and M&A;, energy and natural resources and life sciences.

Our network spans over 2,200 people across 27 international offices in 14 countries.

Our European network is supported by our offices in the US and China and international partner firms, enabling us to advise clients around the world with seamless efficiency and dedication across time zones and disciplines.

The Italian Branch is a law firm with professionals and offices operating in Milan and Bologna, specialized in several and strategic areas, including banking & finance, corporate law and M&A;, real estate, energy, civil and tax litigation, technology, intellectual property, antitrust, labour law, transfer pricing, corporate tax, corporate reorganizations and financial restructuring.

Role Description For our Banking & Finance team, we are looking for a talented and ambitious Mid Associate to join our practice. The successful candidate will have 2-3+ years of post-qualification experience, with a strong focus on Banking & Finance transactions, particularly corporate finance and leveraged finance, real estate finance and securitisation matters.

Experience in derivatives and financial regulatory will be considered a strong advantage.

Beyond technical expertise, we are looking for an engaging and business-oriented professional who will work closely with the Partner Head of the practice and play an active role in the continued growth and development of the team. We are looking for someone with the enthusiasm, energy and drive to contribute meaningfully to the expansion of the practice, helping to foster a collaborative and high-performing environment.

Requirements

Qualified lawyer with 2-3+ years of post-qualification experience.

·Strong experience in Banking & Finance, with particular exposure to:

- Corporate Finance




- Leveraged Finance
- Securitisation and Factoring
- Real Estate Finance
- Derivatives, Repos and Securities Lending
- Financial Regulatory
- Excellent academic credentials.
- Strong drafting, negotiation and project management skills.
- Fluent English, both written and spoken.
- Proactive, entrepreneurial and team-oriented mindset.

Key Responsibilities

- Working closely with the Partner Head of the practice on strategic matters and key client relationships.
- Advising domestic and international clients on a broad range of Banking & Finance transactions.
- Engaging with and coordinating cross-border matters.
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating finance documentation and transaction-related agreements.
- Managing workstreams and coordinating effectively with clients, counterparties, other offices and other advisors throughout the lifecycle of transactions.
- Contributing to the development and growth of the Banking & Finance team through active participation in team coordination, business development initiatives, client opportunities and market visibility activities.

What we offer:

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven lawyer looking to accelerate their career within a growing and ambitious Firm and Banking & Finance practice.

Our Banking & Finance team combines top-tier technical expertise with a modern and inclusive approach to leadership, fostering professional growth, early responsibility and genuine integration into the life and success of the firm.

The starting date is expected to be from October 2026.

Please send your updated CV to [email protected], specifying the job offer number in the subject.

We will not consider applications without having a CV attached.

The research complies with Legislative Decree. 198/2006, the Legislative Decree. 215/03 and the Legislative Decree. 216/03 and is open to candidates of any sexual orientation or gender expression, age, ethnicity and religious belief.

📌 Mid Associate to join our Banking & Finance Department (Offer n. "Banking 01") (Milano)
🏢 Fieldfisher
📍 Milano