Banking & Finance Solicitor
Salary: £65,000 – £85,000 (DOE) + Bonus
Location: Birmingham
Experience: 4–7 years’ PQE
Are you seeking exposure to a broad range of high-value banking transactions in a collaborative, nationally recognised team? Our client’s Banking & Finance group is known for its sharp commercial edge and is the go-to advisor for complex matters, acting for major UK financial institutions, challenger banks, specialist lenders, and a wide range of borrowers across the UK, Europe, and the US.
The Opportunity
* Advise on general banking, acquisition finance, real estate finance, project finance, and asset-based lending
* Draft and negotiate facility agreements, LMA agreements, credit agreements, and related documentation
* Act for major clearing banks, challenger banks, specialist lenders, and borrower clients
* Support private equity, management teams, and debt funders on a range of debt structures (including unitranche and mezzanine/second lien)
* Work on real estate acquisitions, investments, developments, and portfolio management
* Engage in business development activities as part of a rapidly growing national team
* Benefit from a supportive team culture dedicated to your personal and professional development
What We’re Looking For
* Qualified solicitor (England & Wales or equivalent) with 4–7 years’ PQE in banking & finance
* Strong technical and negotiation skills
* Experience drafting facility agreements and related banking documentation
* Excellent interpersonal skills and confidence engaging with clients and colleagues at all levels
* Team player with a proactive, “can do” attitude and the ability to work under pressure
* Exceptional attention to detail, discretion, and professionalism
What’s On Offer
* Highly competitive salary £65,000 – £85,000 (DOE) plus bonus
* Flexible and hybrid working encouraged
* Clear progression framework and individual career development plans
* Wide range of learning and development opportunities via the firm’s Learn platform
* Comprehensive benefits: generous annual leave (with option to purchase extra days), cycle to work, critical illness cover, employee assistance programme, group personal pension, healthcare, season ticket loan, and more (grade dependent)
* Perks At Work/Home: retail benefits, Community Online Academy, and access to free courses (fitness, coding, languages, etc.)
* Vibrant social scene and regular recognition through annual team awards
* Inclusive, diverse, and wellbeing-focused firm culture
About Our Client
Our client is a leading national legal and professional services group, supporting over 5,700 clients from FTSE 100 companies to private individuals. The team is forward-thinking, solution-driven, and values ambition, collaboration, and personal growth. Diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing are central to the firm’s culture, recognised by The Law Society and Stonewall.
Location & Working Arrangements
Birmingham city centre. Modern offices with excellent transport links and amenities. Hybrid/flexible working available and encouraged.
How to Apply
Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.
Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is committed to ethical recruitment and the highest standards of confidentiality for all applicants.
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