Banking Associate / Senior Associate - Exeter

Chadwick Nott; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid working environment

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Banking Associate/Senior Associate in Exeter to join a Top 100 UK law firm with a strong regional and national presence. The role involves handling a wide range of financing matters, building client relationships and contributing to business development.

The successful candidate will have 3–6 years PQE in Banking & Finance, strong drafting skills and a client-focused, proactive approach. The firm offers a supportive environment with flexible hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• 3–6 years' PQE in Banking & Finance.
• Confident drafting and negotiating finance documents.
• Excellent client-facing and relationship management skills.
• Commercially aware and proactive with a client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of banking and finance matters including corporate lending, real estate finance, acquisition finance, development finance and project finance.
• Preparing and negotiating loan agreements, security packages and supporting finance documents.
• Advising clients on funding arrangements, refinancing projects and debt restructures.
• Collaborating with Corporate, Real Estate and Private Wealth teams on multi-disciplinary transactions.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.
• Supporting the development of junior lawyers and contributing to team growth initiatives.

Skills

Banking & Finance experience

Client relationship skills

Drafting finance documents

Business development

Job description

Banking Associate / Senior Associate - Exeter

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Banking & Finance lawyer to join a highly respected Top 100 UK law firm, recognised by both Legal 500 and Chambers. With a strong regional foundation and national reputation, the firm is known for delivering exceptional client service and high-quality legal advice across a broad range of sectors.

The Banking & Finance team advises a diverse client base including lenders, financial institutions, private investors, impact funds and corporate borrowers on a wide range of financing matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of banking and finance matters, including corporate lending, real estate finance, acquisition finance, development finance and project finance.
• Preparing and negotiating loan agreements, security packages and supporting finance documents.
• Advising clients on funding arrangements, refinancing projects and debt restructures.
• Working closely with colleagues across Corporate, Real Estate and Private Wealth teams on multi-disciplinary transactions.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and professional contacts.
• Supporting the development of junior lawyers and contributing to team growth initiatives.

Candidate Requirements

• 3-6 years' PQE gained within a Banking & Finance practice.
• Strong experience handling banking transactions from instruction through to completion.
• Confident drafting and negotiating finance documentation.
• Excellent client-facing and relationship management skills.
• Commercially aware, proactive and solution-focused.
• Keen to play an active role in business development and the continued success of the team.

Why Join?

• Join a leading UK law firm with an outstanding reputation in the Banking & Finance sector.
• Work on complex and high-profile transactions for an impressive client base.
• Develop expertise in areas including sustainable finance, impact investment and renewable energy projects.
• Benefit from a flexible hybrid working environment.
• Be part of a supportive, collaborative and forward-thinking team.
• Access clear career progression and long-term development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for a driven lawyer seeking high-quality work, genuine progression and the chance to build their career within a successful and growing Banking & Finance practice.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*