Job type
PermanentLocation
LondonWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Private PracticeIndustry
LegalPay
£100,000+
Senior Associate within a growing UK law firms Banking & Finance team.
Your new company
A leading UK law firm with a growing presence in London is seeking an ambitious and experienced Senior Associate to join its expanding Banking & Finance team. The successful candidate will become part of a close-knit group including two partners, two associates, a trainee, a paralegal, and an administrative assistant.
Your new role
You will be expected to manage a varied caseload independently, while also supporting the partners and contributing to the development of junior team members. Ideally, you will bring a strong network and the ability to generate new business. The firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment with excellent opportunities for career progression. The Banking & Finance team works closely with other departments, including Corporate, Restructuring & Insolvency, and Property, and maintains strong links with the firm’s wider UK offices.
What you'll need to succeed
- Qualified as a solicitor in England and Wales with 5+ years PQE (guidelines only)
- Ability to manage standard banking and finance transactions, particularly in commercial property and/or corporate finance
- Expertise in a specialist area of finance (e.g. real estate finance, structured finance, asset-based lending, trade finance, financial regulation, etc.)
- Strong communication and client relationship skills
- Proven ability to manage and supervise junior team members
- Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
- A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for mentoring junior lawyers
What you'll get in return
- High-quality client work across a broad range of banking and finance matters
- A platform to grow your practice and contribute to the team’s development in the London market
- A clear path for career progression and leadership opportunities
- A supportive, inclusive, and dynamic team culture
- A minimum of 25 days' annual leave plus office closure between Christmas and New Year.
- Death in Service - 3x basic salary.
- Early hour finish one Friday a month.
What you need to do now
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