Banking and Finance Senior AssociateDirector

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Ipswich is seeking a Banking and Finance Senior Associate/Director to lead their thriving practice. The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years PQE, strong transaction management skills, and a commitment to business development. You'll mentor junior team members and drive growth in the East Anglian region. This full-time permanent position offers extensive benefits, including competitive salary, private healthcare, and a hybrid working policy.

Benefits

30 days holiday

Private Healthcare

Enhanced Pension Scheme

Life assurance

Subsidised gym membership

Agile / hybrid working

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of PQE in banking and finance law.
• Strong technical skills and ability to work independently.
• Proven experience in managing finance transactions.
• Ambitious, proactive, and collaborative approach.

Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and agree finance documentation.
• Manage transactions and coordinate with team members.
• Drive business development and establish a strong presence.
• Mentor and support junior team members.

Skills

Drafting finance documentation

Negotiating agreements

Managing transactions

Business development

Mentoring junior team members

Excellent communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 6 years PQE

Job description

Overview

Banking and Finance Senior Associate / Director

Location: Ipswich

Salary: Leadership Growth & Top-Tier Benefits

Lead and Build in a Thriving Banking & Finance Practice

Are you an ambitious Banking and Finance Solicitor ready to shape the future of a growing regional team?

Our client a highly successful and expanding law firm in Ipswich offers a unique opportunity to take a leadership role, drive business development and work on high-value complex transactions across the South East and East Anglia.

The Opportunity

You will join a dynamic team with a strong reputation in banking and finance providing guidance and support to help you excel. Expect to work on a broad range of matters including:

• Syndicated and bilateral conventional lending
• Property finance (acquisitions investment development / construction)
• Education loans and housing association finance
• Acquisition finance re-financings restructurings and work-outs
• Private finance asset finance and asset-backed lending

You will play a key role in establishing and growing the Banking and Finance practice in Ipswich building relationships and a team to service the East Anglian region.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, negotiate and agree finance documentation (facility agreements security documents LMA and firm precedents)
• Draft and negotiate ancillary documentation (fee letters undertakings corporate authorities)
• Manage transactions and coordinate with team members on larger deals
• Drive business development and build a strong local presence
• Mentor and support junior team members

About You

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 6 years PQE in banking and finance law
• Strong technical skills and ability to work with minimal supervision
• Proven experience in drafting negotiating and managing finance transactions
• Business development mindset and desire to grow a practice
• Excellent relationship-building communication and leadership skills
• Ambitious proactive and collaborative approach

Benefits & Rewards

• Competitive salary : (DOE) plus performance bonuses
• 30 days holiday (FTE) long service awards
• Private Healthcare with BUPA (after probation)
• Enhanced Pension Scheme (5% employer / 5% employee)
• Staff profit share & individual performance bonus schemes
• Salary sacrifice options (pension profit share)
• Life assurance (4x salary) & permanent health insurance
• Paid CSR day & enhanced parental leave
• Subsidised gym membership & electric car scheme
• Agile / hybrid working & Dress for your Day policy

Location & Working Arrangements

• Based in Ipswich servicing the wider East Anglian region
• Full-time permanent position
• Agile / hybrid working policy and modern office environment

Ready to Take the Lead

If you're looking to progress your career in banking and finance law and want to play a pivotal role in a thriving regional team we'd love to hear from you. For a confidential discussion or further information contact:

David Hawthorne-Finch

Managing Director Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions

All enquiries will be handled in the strictest confidence. Our client is committed to equal opportunities and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.

Required Experience

Director

Key Skills

Accounting Software, Forecasting, Ellucian, Financial Report Writing, GAAP, Accounting, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgeting, Financial Management, Financial Planning

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1