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Banking and Finance Solicitor – Greater London

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

Competitive

Compensation

Permanent

Term

Listed

The Role

  • Advise on corporate lending and general banking transactions.

  • Work on acquisition finance and real estate finance matters.

  • Handle development finance and property-backed lending.

  • Draft and negotiate facility agreements and security documentation.

  • Advise a range of clients, including UK clearing banks and alternative lenders.

  • Manage transactions and develop direct client relationships.

  • Support business development and identify opportunities to grow client relationships.

  • Collaborate with colleagues across the wider firm.

  • Support and mentor junior lawyers where appropriate.

About You

  • At least 3 years' PQE within a Banking & Finance practice.

  • Experience advising on lender-side and/or borrower-side transactions.

  • Exposure to corporate lending, acquisition finance, and/or real estate finance.

  • Experience drafting and negotiating finance and security documentation.

  • Ability to manage matters with an appropriate level of autonomy.

  • Good communication skills and confidence in dealing directly with clients.

  • A proactive, collaborative approach and an interest in developing client relationships.

What's on Offer

  • Join a growing Banking & Finance practice with ambitious plans.

  • Work closely with an experienced Partner and gain valuable client exposure.

  • Handle a varied range of quality finance transactions.

  • Enjoy genuine scope to develop your own client relationships.

  • Take on increasing responsibility as the team expands.

  • Opportunity for career progression within a growing practice.

  • Join a firm recognised for its commitment to responsible business and B Corp certification.

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Role Summary

Salary

Competitive

Type

Permanent

Market Spotlight — 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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