We are seeking a talented banking and finance lawyer to join our market-leading team in Manchester advising major UK banks (including Lloyds, RBS, HSBC, Santander) and alternative lenders (such as ThinCats, OakNorth, Beechbrook Capital).
Role highlights
- Advise clients on legal aspects of banking contracts and arrangements, including acquisition finance, property finance, asset-based lending, restructuring, and refinancing.
- Draft and negotiate facility agreements (bilateral and syndicated) and other key documentation.
- Lead and support banking transactions, attend client meetings, project manage deals, supervise junior team members, and coordinate with overseas lawyers.
- Develop business by building relationships with key bankers in Manchester and supporting marketing efforts across the North West, Nottingham, Birmingham, and London.
What we’re looking for
- Solid knowledge of banking law and relevant finance areas.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills.
- Commercial mindset with a focus on client needs and solutions.
- Interest in financial sector developments and legal updates.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to master complex contracts.
- Team player with initiative, able to supervise and delegate.
- Good IT skills and familiarity with online research tools.
This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the growth of our successful team.
Note to agencies
We request that recruitment agencies refrain from submitting CVs unless specifically instructed to do so by the recruitment team. Please be aware that any speculative CVs sent by agencies without direct invitation from the recruitment team will not be recognised as represented by the agency and will be considered a gift.
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