Senior Associate – Real Estate Finance (Bridging Finance) | Manchester | £70,000 – £100,000
Are you a senior real estate finance solicitor with a strong grounding in bridging finance?
Are you looking to take on a highly visible role within a thriving Manchester‑based practice?
If you are seeking autonomy, high‑quality instructions and genuine backing to grow your profile and client base, this role offers the platform to do exactly that.
The Firm
Our client is a well‑established and respected Manchester law firm with a strong reputation in real estate finance. The practice is known for its close relationships with lenders, brokers and property professionals and for delivering commercially focused advice in a fast‑paced, transaction‑led environment.
About the Role
The firm is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to play a key role within its real estate finance practice, with a clear emphasis on bridging finance.
The work is predominantly bridging lending, acting for lenders and borrowers on secured lending matters, with a smaller element of commercial property finance, including buy‑to‑let. This is a senior, outward‑facing position with a clear expectation of involvement in business development.
Key Responsibilities
* Advising lenders and borrowers on bridging finance transactions
* Drafting, negotiating and completing facility agreements and security documents
* Managing transactions from instruction through to completion with minimal supervision
* Developing and maintaining strong relationships with lenders, brokers and introducers
* Supporting and mentoring junior solicitors where appropriate
* Actively contributing to business development, marketing activity and the growth of the practice
Skills & Experience
* Qualified solicitor in England & Wales
* Operating at Senior Associate level within a law firm
* Strong experience in real estate finance, with particular expertise in bridging finance
* Confident handling high‑value, fast‑paced secured lending transactions
* Commercial mindset with a demonstrable interest in business development
* Existing client following or referrer network highly advantageous
* Experience billing at, or close to, three times salary
Package
* Competitive salary in the region of £70,000 – £100,000, depending on experience and following
* High‑quality, repeat instructions from established lender clients
* Genuine opportunity to grow visibility and seniority within a Manchester‑based practice
* Supportive, entrepreneurial culture offering real autonomy at senior level
Why Apply
This role provides the chance to establish yourself as a trusted senior real estate finance solicitor within a firm that values relationships, rewards contribution and supports growth. You will enjoy access to quality work, senior‑level responsibility and the opportunity to shape the future direction of a successful bridging finance practice.
For senior associates specialising in bridging finance who want influence, progression and a platform to build, this is a compelling next move.