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Banking and Finance Associate – Greater London

Banking and Finance Associate in Greater London. Apply in confidence through Austen Lloyd’s specialist legal recruitment team.

Competitive

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Engage in transactional debt finance work, including acquisition finance for senior lenders.

  • Handle general corporate lending and asset-based lending.

  • Participate in loan trading and balance sheet transactions.

  • Draft and negotiate facility and intercreditor agreements.

  • Manage transaction processes, including conditions precedent and completion.

  • Collaborate closely with clients and support business development initiatives.

About You

  • UK-qualified solicitor with 1–3 years' PQE.

  • Experience in transactional banking and finance, especially non-real estate finance.

  • Strong technical skills with developing drafting and negotiation abilities.

  • Familiarity with security documentation and transaction management.

  • Commercially aware with an entrepreneurial mindset.

  • Excellent written communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.

  • Experience in managing client matters and previous client contact.

  • Proactive attitude and enthusiasm for professional growth.

What's on Offer

πŸ“ˆ Excellent career progression

🏑 Hybrid working opportunities

🌟 Supportive and established team

βš–οΈ High-quality Banking and Finance work

πŸŽ“ Ongoing professional development

πŸ’° Competitive benefits package

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Role Summary

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight β€” Greater London

The London market is extremely buoyant for talented associates. We are seeing a trend towards hybrid working models and increased base packages for retention.

Demand

High for experienced specialists

Discretion

100% Confidential

Why Austen Lloyd?

  • Completely confidential process
  • Direct relationships with firm partners
  • Specialist legal expertise since 2009
  • No obligation consultation

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