Banking & Finance Solicitor

We are seeking an experienced Banking & Finance Solicitor (5+ years’ PQE) to join a leading UK law firm’s market-leading Leveraged Finance practice in Leeds, at Senior or Principal Associate level.

The Team:

The national Banking and Finance team operates as one, advising borrowers, lenders and investors on financing transactions across a wide range of sectors, often with a multi-jurisdictional element. Its work covers corporate lending, leveraged finance, asset finance, real estate finance, project finance and invoice discounting, on both a bilateral and a syndicated basis, and it holds panel appointments with many of the UK’s major banks. Leeds is a core office for the firm and central to its growth plans in the North.

The Role:

You will play a key part in developing the team’s leveraged finance expertise and market share across Leeds and the North. The work focuses on leveraged finance, corporate and sponsor-led financings and growth lending/venture debt across the full transaction lifecycle, from drafting and negotiating LMA and non-LMA facilities agreements and security documents to negotiating intercreditor arrangements alongside the corporate and restructuring teams. You will also handle a significant volume of in-life portfolio work, including restructures, re-sets, restatements and bolt-ons, with early matter responsibility and plenty of involvement in client development.

Key Qualifications required:

• 5+ years’ PQE, with strong leveraged finance experience alongside cashflow and general banking work
• Experience of working with lenders, borrowers, intermediaries and/or investors across the full transaction lifecycle
• A naturally proactive approach and genuine enthusiasm for the work
• An interest in client development and in helping to shape a growing local team

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious banking Lawyer to take a leading role in growing a national practice’s presence in Leeds, with a flexible, supportive working culture and an outstanding benefits package.

To apply, please submit your CV detailing your experience and suitability for the role.

• Location: Leeds

  Region: Yorkshire and the Humber

  Country: UK

  Salary: 80,000 - 100,000

  Specialisation: Banking & Finance

  Sector: Law firm

  Role Position: Senior Associate

  Contract Type: Permanent

  Hours: Full Time

  Experience Level: Senior Level (5-10+ years)

  PQE: 4-6 years, 7+ years, 10+ years

  Reference Number: NMJ-PL-18343