Overview
We are currently looking for a Solicitor, NQ to 2 years PQE in Banking and Finance to join the team. The role will involve acting for clearing banks as well as other institutional lenders, challenger banks, alternative financiers, high profile corporate borrowers and clients from the public and tertiary sector including, registered social landlords, the Welsh Government, local government and higher education. The team advises banks, financial institutions and borrowers on all areas of banking and finance including acquisition and leveraged finance, syndicated finance, property investment and development finance as well as renewable energy finance. The team supports regionally and nationally across sectors including sport, hospitality & leisure, renewables, healthcare, real estate and the public sector. They are highly regarded with an excellent reputation in the sector.
Responsibilities
* Acting for clearing banks as well as other institutional lenders, challenger banks, alternative financiers, high profile corporate borrowers and clients from the public and tertiary sector including, registered social landlords, the Welsh Government, local government and higher education.
* Providing advice and representation on all types of banking and finance matters, including but not limited to structured finance, acquisition finance, and real estate finance.
* Working closely with colleagues from our corporate and commercial, commercial property and construction teams.
* Drafting simple loan agreements, managing drawdown CPs, reviewing and approving CP documentation, preparing and issuing standard form security documents.
* Liaising closely with clients to manage transactions from credit sanction to drawdown.
* Assisting colleagues with post-completion requirements.
* Supporting the team and wider firm with business development initiatives and events.
* You will be given the opportunity to develop existing client relationships and will be supported throughout your career, developing your experience and skills.
Skills & Qualifications
* England and Wales qualified lawyer NQ to 2 years post qualified experience acquired at a leading regional or national firm.
* Experience in other areas of transactional law may be considered, but experience in banking and finance is preferred.
* Ability to demonstrate sector knowledge and commercial awareness.
Life at Hugh James
We are a leading, full-service UK law firm. Since our beginning, we have been led by the things that matter. We care about fighting for the right outcomes and protecting businesses, individuals and livelihoods. We support our people, our communities and the planet. Challenges – of all sizes – are readily accepted at Hugh James.
The Hugh James difference
Our law firm is guided by the idea that self-belief is as important as skill. Our pursuit of delivering the right outcomes keeps us driving forwards. We won’t stop until we find the answers needed.
We are focused on the work we do, our business, and our culture. Our entrepreneurial spirit has taken us from humble beginnings to a strong presence across the UK with offices in Cardiff, London, Manchester, Southampton and Plymouth. We service clients from businesses, individuals and banks to public sector organisations, property companies, education establishments and utilities providers. Our collegiate culture and forward-looking ethos underpin our values.
A positive force in the community
We work with charities at local and national levels, supported through fundraising, donations, volunteering and partnerships where our activities intersect with our areas of work. Staff and clients alike share a commitment to helping those in need.
Benefits on offer
* Minimum of 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Two Corporate Social Responsibility days
* Birthday day off
* Death in service equivalent to twice annual salary
* Auto enrolment pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Discounts for local businesses
* Professional fees paid (subject to requirement for your role)
Hugh James is an equal opportunities and disability confident committed employer.
Thank you for considering this opportunity. If you have questions, please contact Phoebe Orbell.
We reserve the right to close our vacancies earlier than the given deadline if we receive sufficient applications for the role.
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