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To be responsible for all legal matters relating to the business including the negotiation, documentation and project management of aircraft operating lease, purchase and finance agreements from a legal perspective.  To work on the full variety of transactions originated by the company and therefore be exposed to all aspects of the transaction process from customer proposal to aircraft delivery.

Responsibilities:

• To take primary responsibility for all legal matters relating to the business including overall responsibility for any company secretarial work.
• To support the building of a legal & governance framework fit for the business.
• To ensure that all key decisions and major investment decisions are supported by proper legal analysis.
• Be responsible for managing the relationship with the external advisors.
• Draft and lead negotiations at contract stage on behalf of the company with customers, financiers, aircraft and engine sellers and manufacturers and other participants in the aviation finance industry.
• Project manage the execution of transactions ensuring that transaction documentation complies in all respects with internal approvals and policies of the company.
• Structure product and transaction offerings on the full range of aviation leasing transactions.
• Provide structuring input on letters of intent and term sheets.
• Ensure transactions are executed in line with deadlines.
• Co-ordinate the preparation of documentation and manage the negotiation and documentation process to ensure smooth and timely execution of transactions.
• Manage transaction execution costs (including fees of tax, legal and other professional advisors).
• Ensure accurate entry of lease information into the lease management system.
• Be a point of escalation for any issues that arise during a lease negotiation.

Knowledge, skills and experience required

• Formal legal training with at 3-7 years post qualification experience working in the commercial department of a law firm or as in-house legal counsel.
• Experience working in the aircraft leasing industry
• Cross border and/or asset finance or banking experience is preferred
• Experience of working with private equity backed companies and banks, developing and maintaining strong contacts.
• Experience of developing legal and tax strategies and contributing to the broader commercial development of a business.
• Highly commercial, with proven experience of adding value to businesses.
• Experience of working in a resource-lite organisaton.
• Good communication skills and the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• The ability to challenge colleagues in an effective way to facilitate good decision making.
• Experience of managing and motivating staff.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with highly developed planning and organisational skills, able to use initiative and prioritise work.

Apply to barry@aircraftleasing.ie

• Review, draft and negotiate lease agreements, sale agreements, notations, amendments and any ancillary documents.
• Researching cross border lease structures.
• Liaise with other internal departments to gather appropriate information required for the closing of the transaction.
• Manage litigations and repossessions when necessary.

The successful candidate will have prior experience working within aviation finance and will be familiar with the range of product offerings/type of deal structures offered in aircraft leasing. 

Exceptional Financial Modelling skills are essential for success in this position and a skills assessment will be conducted during the interview process

Main Responsibilities:

• Complete transaction modelling in the pricing of aircraft lease purchase, sale & lease transactions
• Assist with the analysis of investor returns
• Analysis and pricing of funding costs
• Support  restructuring projects

Key Requirements & Attributes:

• Degree qualified with relevant sector experience
• The ideal candidate will have minimum 3-5 years’ experience in either aviation or aircraft leasing
• Knowledge of credit risk and legal aspects of aviation finance.
• Excellent numerical and analytical ability with strong financial modelling skills in Excel
• Attention to detail and accuracy is essential
• Strong team player, proactive and self-motivated
• Highly organized, flexible, ability to work within tight timeframes

Apply:

For further information on this position please enquire in confidence to:

Barry Long

Tel:        +353 42 9419 661

Email:    barry@aircraftleasing.ie

We are seeking a Tax Manager to join a team of leading tax consulting professionals to work exclusively on advisory projects within aviation finance for private equity investors, funds, aircraft lessors and airlines. This position offers unrivaled benefits and growth potential.

Selected responsibilities:

? Provide international transactional support and cross border tax advice.

? Provide structuring advice for international investors and assist in the structuring and establishment of Irish based leasing platforms.

? Complete detailed jurisdictional analyses for a varied client portfolio with the opportunity to grow your own portfolio

? Work on tax planning projects for clients, including the development of new product and service offerings.

? Develop deep client and business relationships, participating in a variety of consultancy projects.

Required experience:

? At least 5 years’ experience in Tax consulting.

? AITI/CTA Qualified (or qualified by experience) with a strong academic record.

? Experience in the Aviation Finance industry preferred.

For further details, please apply to barry@aircraftleasing.ie

Due to continued growth, this leading international lessor is seeking to add additional legal counsel to support the expansion of their fleet. This is a new position and will oversee a wide variety of transactions in the Asia region, including China

Location is flexible. Qualified candidates based in China, Singapore or Hong Kong are welcome to apply

Responsibilities

• Lead the negotiation of a wide range of aircraft lease, purchase, sale, loan and finance transactions across varied jurisdictions,

• Manage transactions from documentation phase through to closing

• Gather and organise transaction documentation for any relevant deal team inputs from other departments e.g. technical, risk, finance, commercial

• Draft LOIs for purchase, sales and lease agreements, and aircraft commercial contracts

• Manage relationship with external counsel partners

Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with minimum 5 years relevant experience in aircraft leasing or in private practice with a focus on aircraft finance and leasing

• Strong attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines under pressure and with minimal supervision

• Demonstrable negotiation skills, both internally and externally

• Willing to travel internationally

• Mandarin Chinese and good English language skills are required

Apply to barry@aircraftleasing.ie

This role will assist with the management, oversight and assessment of aircraft and their associated data and records.

Responsibilities:

• Ensure CMS is updated with required aircraft technical data
• Recommend and approve engine/APU/Airframe workscopes
• Review, update and approve LLP database
• Review and update baseline cost and maintenance reserve rate database
• Maintain the fly-forward database
• Assist in aircraft transition budgeting and procurement activities
• Assist in LOI and LA agreement drafting
• Maintain vendor / supplier database with ROM pricing

Required Skills and Experience:

• Expertise with CMS and with date entry and manipulation
• Ability to review and cost AD/SB/STCs
• Good knowledge of Excel and other IT tools
• Good communication skills
• Strong knowledge of engine and APU maintenance practices
• Above experience gained within an MRO, lessor or airline.

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barry@aircraftleasing.ie

• Preparation of IFRS financial statements for year end.
• Manage the external audit process. With the assistance of the accounting team, work closely with auditors to ensure efficient and timely interim and year-end audit procedure.
• Preparation of financial information and analysis, including summaries of quarterly performance, supporting internal reports for individual entities.
• Develop and implement accounting policies and assist with transaction accounting analysis, and other special projects.
• Assist with continuous improvement of financial reporting processes.
• Other ad-hoc projects and duties as required

• Qualified accountant with a minimum of 2 years PQE
• Relevant experience with financial reporting in an international environment including an audit firm.
• Aircraft leasing experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Independent and proactive
• Analytical, accurate and detail-oriented (willing to understand the details of complex issues)

• Implement the technical strategy and work with existing lessees to manage technical projects
• Develop and maintain relationships with technical partners
• Provide technical input to, and negotiate technical aspects of, lease agreements, lease extensions and LOIs
• Inspect aircraft and relevant documentation to ensure compliance with the lease provisions
• Negotiate, report and manage maintenance reserve rates, maintenance, delivery and return condition provisions of leases etc
• Assess the incorporation of technical modifications to the aircraft and upgrades
• Monitoring and management of technical provisions of aircraft and engine lease agreements
• Manage the entire aircraft return and delivery process
• Review and approve aircraft specification sheets, provide advice on regulatory requirements, current aircraft status and anticipated aircraft status at time of delivery
• Act as the key point of contact within for all questions relating to technical specifications, maintenance issues, aircraft documentation etc.

• Bachelors’ degree and minimum of 5 years of directly relevant airline, aviation or leasing company experience
• Strong degree of technical expertise and an interest in developing new technologies (hydrogen, electric propulsion…) and sustainability initiatives
• Exceptional technical knowledge of various aircraft models, systems and maintenance, aircraft records and Aviation Authority/regulatory requirements
• Strong experience and knowledge of aircraft and engine maintenance programs, evaluating airframe and engine maintenance checks, engine shop visits, and component overhauls etc
• Experience in delivery conditions, transition modifications, transition management, asset management
• Hard-working, motivated and pro-active team player, flexible and able to perform under pressure
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to handle multiple, competing priorities and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent planning, analytical, interpersonal, negotiation and communication skills

Apply to barry@aircraftleasing.ie

Portfolio Administrator

An excellent opportunity to join an aircraft leasing company in London. The Portfolio Administrator will support the administration of a portfolio of managed aircraft.

Responsibilities

• Updating periodic aircraft utilisation data
• Liaise with airlines to resolve reporting irregularities
• Manage maintenance reserve forecasting and invoices along with rental invoices
• Set up new aircraft on internal systems
• Manage and present documentation for review meetings
• Day to day administration of managed aircraft
• Identify software irregularities/issues and potential improvements
• Test software fixes/enhancements
• Produce aircraft inspection reports

Required Experience

• 2 years’ relevant experience an aircraft lessor, MRO or airline environment
• Experience with Aerdata CMS or Leasepoint software an advantage
• Strong IT skill including use of Microsoft Power BI
• Strong organisation skills and attention to detail

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barry@aircraftleasing.ie

My client is based in Dublin and requires an experienced Sales Executive to join their team.

They are only taking applications with Aviaiton Sales experience. 

Responsibilities:

• Establishes, develop, and maintains business relationships with current customers and prospective customers in the assigned territory/market segment to generate new business for the organization’s products/services.
• You will multitask calls, emails, and data entry, providing product, price and availability information to customers as requested.
• After having become really versed on your targets, you will review quote activity and initiate follow ups.
• Service to our customers is highly important, your aim is to deliver customer satisfaction through the timely, efficient, and accurate processing of enquiries, sales orders, expedite requests, web shop enquiries
• Collaboration is one of our key values.  To this end, on any given day, we will find you conferring with the Asset Management Team to make sure pricing is accurate and achieving our cost targets. 
• Participate in process improvement activities.
• Achieve individual sales targets.

Requirements:

• 1-2 years of inside telesales experience required.
• Sales track record of overachievement.
• Previous experience in the aviation industry and target-based environment preferred

Apply or enquire in the strictest confidence to:

Kelly Mathews

Peak Performance Recruitment Ltd.

Email: kelly@aircraftleasing.ie

Tel:  +353 42 941 9660

• ^{_{Prepare buy-side and sell-side valuations of aircraft trading activities.}}
• ^{_{Support the structuring and evaluation of aircraft acquisition projects taking into account airline credit risk, asset specifications, lease tenor, debt funding costs, interest rate and jurisdictional risks.}}
• ^{_{Analyse secondary lease placement opportunities.}}
• ^{_{Assist in non-recourse debt raising activities for aircraft lease acquisition.}}
• ^{_{Represent the lease structuring team in cross-functional transaction teams; make suitable structuring suggestions.}}
• ^{_{Further develop and improve templates (e.g. standard debt term sheets, credit analysis papers, financial spreadsheets).}}
• ^{_{Maintain and update internal databases of past trading activities and analyse trends derived from the available data.}}
• ^{_{Monitor and report day-to-day industry updates, events and activities relevant to the company’s market presence.}}
• ^{_{Prepare market summaries of airline markets including the analysis of the different players’ market position, strategic position vis-à-vis their competitors, and comparison to global market leaders active in the same segment.}}
• ^{_{Liaise with internal departments to assist with the progression of transactions in accordance with the company’s processes & procedures.}}
• ^{_{Preparation and review of internal deal committee papers.}}
• ^{_{Additional duties assigned from time to time.}}

• ^{_{Bachelor (or higher) in Accounting, Quantitative Finance, Actuarial Studies or Business Administration with excellent academic results.}}
• ^{_{Possess at least 2 years of solid relevant experience in a financial institution or in an aircraft lessor.}}
• ^{_{Understanding of financial statement and cash flow analysis is advantageous}}
• ^{_{Good understanding of investment theory/corporate finance}}
• ^{_{Ideally have experience of operating lease, finance and sale and leaseback transactions;}}
• ^{_{Have strong interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate with all levels of staff, external clients and service providers;}}
• ^{_{Commercial mind-set.}}
• ^{_{Ability to work under pressure.}}
• ^{_{Ability to adapt progressively, with enthusiasm and intellectual curiosity}}
• ^{_{Proficiency in office IT software, especially in Microsoft Office applications}}
• ^{_{Have high levels of energy and commitment with the ability to operate autonomously;}}
• ^{_{Be able to communicate in a clear, concise and accurate manner;}}
• ^{_{Attention to detail and to the overall quality of the final work product;}}
• ^{_{Have strong organisation skills, including the ability to prioritise effectively to meet demanding timelines;}}
• ^{_{Have a willingness and capability to travel sometimes on short notice;}}
• ^{_{Be able to create and maintain strong relationships with key industry participants, such as airline customers, lenders, investors and lessor counterparties}}
• ^{_{Excellent interpersonal and communication skills a must.}}

As a member of the senior management team the role will be responsible for the following functions including both airframe and engines:

• Analysis and oversight for sales pricing, strategic sourcing, and global stocking locations.
• Deliver insight into market trends, future valuations, exit strategies and customer opportunities, motivating business strategy modification as necessary.
• Provide deal approval for all acquisitions.

The position will be responsible for the effective leadership of a team responsible for aircraft related asset valuations, configuration, location, and pricing.

Appy or enquire to:

Keith Garry

Managing Director

Peak Performance Recruitment Ltd.

email: keith@aircraftleasing.ie
Tel:  +353 42 941 9660
MB: +353 86 823 3084

www.aircraftleasing.ie

• Support the marketing team to ensure engines are ready for sale/lease by having an in depth understanding of timelines and priorities and coordinating with technical & logistics team.
• Provide management and marketing team with data to assist commercial decisions regarding the future course of life for the asset.
• Ensure new additions to the engine portfolio are correctly brought into the fleet in line with process and procedures.
• Ensure smooth delivery of assets to customers, resolving any issues that may arise with required support from various teams.
• Be accountable for the transaction process by ensuring the below points are addressed:
  • Engine/aircraft locations and tracking, including tax implications. This includes obtaining storage confirmations from facilities to support deal governance.
  • Capture shipping/export paperwork/customs invoices/inco terms with assistance from logistics
  • Parts Lists – including details of the stand and also assist with verification of configuration
  • Provide Legal & senior management team with sign off and assurance from a delivery perspective.
• Redefining and managing engines through the lease-end process in a timely manner, coordinating with all teams to solve any issues that may arise (missing parts or records, billing, logistics etc), ensuring all re-delivery costs are captured and recharged where applicable.
• Managing and resolving any disputes that may arise regarding suppliers, delivery, storage, damage, or customers.

Experience & Qualifications

• Relevant working experience in the Engine Field
• Experience reviewing and negotiating the technical provisions of engine lease or purchase agreements
• Experience with engine technical records
• Fluent in written and spoken English, additional language skills are a plus.
• Eloquent communication skills, diplomatic skills when dealing with customers
• Affinity with process development and standardisation.
• Strong relationships with OEMs, MROs and Airlines
• Good IT skills
• Autonomous, high level of commitment, flexibility and ability to cope with pressure
• Excellent organisational and communication skills (written and oral)
• Great attention to detail with strong numeracy skills
• Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and escalate issues
• Process oriented but able to use initiative

Salary & Benefits:

Competitive salary + benefits

Apply:

For further information on this position please contact

Keith Garry

keith@aircraftleasing.ie

Peak Performance specialises in the recruitment for the aircraft leasing industry globally. For further information on our company and our current opportunities, please view www.aircraftleasing.ie

Responsibilities

• Review lease agreements and technical documentation and prepare summary listings of the requirements for the redelivery of company leased assets.
• Engage and maintain contact with the respective lessees, provide the technical requirements, and assist with the customer's technical records-related queries throughout the lease return process.
• Procure and review all mid lease and lease-end technical documentation to ensure accuracy, completeness and compliance with all airworthiness authority and company requirements.
• Perform technical documentation discrepancy resolution during the lease return process and/or mid lease audit.
• Provide availability of records by managing the marketing platform during the lease return process.
• Maintain the integrity of assets by conducting onsite records audits.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in aircraft or engine technical records within an aviation leasing company, airline, MRO or repair facility.
• Knowledge of FAA and EASA airworthiness requirements and manufacturer airworthiness limitations.
• 3+ years aviation field experience in a maintenance or engineering capacity.
• Familiarity with operators' maintenance programs, MRO (Part 145) QA procedures and manufacturers maintenance planning documents and planning guides.
• FAA A&P or EASA equivalent certificate or licenses advantageous.
• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Willing to travel occasionally

Apply: barry@aircraftleasing.ie

Aircraft Engine Mechanic.

Reporting to the workshop manager duties will include the maintenance and repair of aircraft engines at our facility in Dublin and on worldwide field service.

Responsibilities.

• Perform repair, maintenance, and inspections of aircraft engines up to and including modular level breakdown in accordance with Industry and OEM standards.
• Work as part of a team to ensure that customer requirements are met in terms of quality and performance delivering key milestone targets set by the workshop supervisor.
• Ensure the timely completion of inspection task cards, reports and inventories as required.
• Maintain the tooling and equipment as per the MOE requirements.
• Support field service operations for on wing customer requests.
• Other duties as directed.

Requirements.

• Ability to read and write English.
• Second level education.
• Recognised technical apprenticeship with 2 years’ post apprenticeship experience in an aviation maintenance environment.
• Previous experience working on PW, GE or CFM engine models, previous experience in modular replacement on CFM or similar engines in an engine shop environ an advantage.
• Ability to read and understand ATA 100 Maintenance Manuals.
• Computer literacy in Windows Word, Excel, and PowerPoint essential.
• Willing to travel at short notice to support field service as required.
• Previous bore-scope experience an advantage

Apply or enquire in the strictest confidence to:

Kelly Mathews

Peak Performance Recruitment Ltd.

Email: kelly@aircraftleasing.ie

Tel: +353 42 941 9658

Duties will include:

• Recording of lease and aircraft data – lease technical conditions, and technical specifications, utilisation into the Company’s Asset Management System.
• Maintenance reserve – claim processing as per lease agreements and calculation of the lessor contributions, Audit planning, assessment of technical audits and implementation.
• Technical management of the delivery, redelivery and transition of aircraft.
• Attendance and oversight and of aircraft undergoing major maintenance events and storage.
• Management of external consultants as required.
• Review of LOI & Lease documentation from a technical perspective.
• Provision of support on lease technical and maintenance queries to other departments.
• Review of configuration specifications and provision of cost estimates for new aircraft deliveries, redeliveries and transitions.
• Manage aircraft from a technical aspect throughout their lifecycle.
• Updating aircraft usage information and producing reports on a scheduled and as-required basis for internal and external clients.
• Developing and maintaining the Company’s maintenance and modification cost databases, and other information databases as required.
• Monitoring aircraft incidents and accidents, and reporting on significant events and developments affecting airworthiness and operation of aircraft, and their implication for the Company’s business.
• Maintain strong relationships with the OEM’s and MRO’s to ensure the business is kept abreast of developments within the industry.

Knowledge, skills and experience required:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in Aircraft Leasing, Airline, MRO or related consultancy company.
• Detailed knowledge of the Boeing and Airbus Products both narrow and wide body.
• In depth knowledge of the CFM56 – 5 and V2500 Engines would be an advantage.
• Project management experience is required.
• Experience with Technical Management Systems for inputting and managing aircraft records.
• Computer literate and familiar with MS Office products.
• Self-starter, problem solver, ability to work independently and A can do attitude.
• Good communications skills and the ability to produce technical reports to a high standard.
• Collaborative approach to teamwork that supports the company culture.
• Committed to professional excellence and demonstrate a natural attention for detail.
• Highly motivated individual with the ability to work under pressure and to meet deadlines.
• Proven ability work within a multi functioning / multi – cultural team.
• This position will require substantial overseas travel and flexibility in this regard is prerequisite for any candidate.

Apply:

For further information on this position please contact

Richael Gosling

richael@aircraftleasing.ie