Banking & Finance Lawyer (4-7 PQE)
Location: Birmingham, Nottingham, Manchester or Reading (hybrid working available)
A growing national legal team is seeking an experienced Banking & Finance Lawyer to join its dynamic practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys handling a wide variety of finance work and wants to develop within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment.
The Role
The position offers exposure to a broad range of banking and finance matters, including:
General corporate lending
Acquisition and leveraged finance
Real estate and development finance
Project finance
Asset-based lending and structured facilities
You will work on transactions for a diverse client base, including major lenders, specialist finance providers, private equity investors, and corporate borrowers across the UK and internationally.
This role is suitable for a solicitor or associate with 4-7 years' PQE (or equivalent experience) who is qualified to practise in England and Wales.
What You'll Be Doing
Advising lenders and borrowers on complex finance arrangements
Drafting and negotiating facility agreements, security documentation, intercreditor arrangements and other finance instruments (including LMA-style documents)
Managing transactions from initial instruction through to completion
Collaborating closely with colleagues across the wider commercial and corporate teams
Actively contributing to business development initiatives and strengthening client relationships
What We're Looking For
Strong technical knowledge across banking and finance work
Confident drafting ability, particularly with facility agreements and finance documents
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build rapport with clients at all levels
A collaborative approach, with the ability to work efficiently under pressure
A proactive, solutions-focused attitude and commitment to delivering high-quality work
Exceptional attention to detail and a professional, discreet approach
What's on Offer
Competitive salary and performance-related bonus
Hybrid and flexible working options
Generous annual leave allowance with the option to purchase additional days
Pension scheme and a range of wellbeing, lifestyle and financial benefits
Access to comprehensive learning and development programmes
Supportive team culture with a strong emphasis on career progression and personal growth
Variety of employee perks, including retail discounts and optional wellbeing programmes
Who You Are
You'll thrive in this role if you enjoy a mix of high-quality work, client interaction and ongoing professional development. This is a team that values ambition, collaboration and innovative thinking, and is keen to welcome someone who wants to play an active part in its continued growth.
If you have relevant experience for this position please get in touch with Steph at Simpson Judge