Banking & Finance - Principal Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative international law firm is seeking a Senior Banking & Finance Lawyer to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role offers the opportunity to work on a diverse range of finance matters, supporting both corporate and institutional clients. With a strong emphasis on professional development and a commitment to work-life balance, this firm stands out for its inclusive culture and flexible working environment. Join a leading firm that values your expertise and offers an attractive salary and benefits package while working on high-profile UK and international transactions.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working

Inclusive culture

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 7+ years of PQE as a qualified solicitor.
• Proactive approach to developing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise banks and corporate clients on finance and security matters.
• Draft and prepare essential transaction documents.

Skills

Banking Law

Finance Law

Client Relationship Management

Corporate Law

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Banking & Finance Principal Associate (7+ PQE) | Leeds

Are you an ambitious Banking & Finance Principal Associate seeking your next challenge in a leading international law firm? Celebrated for its innovative approach, client-focused excellence and dedication to fostering talent.

About the Firm

This prominent UK law firm is known for its exceptional career development opportunities, underpinned by an award-winning learning and development programme and clear progression pathways. With a reputation for innovation and adaptability, the firm operates across key sectors such as energy, life sciences, education, and sport, offering a varied and dynamic workload.

The client base ranges from high-growth start-ups and SMEs to global powerhouses, including FTSE 100 giants. Diversity and inclusion lie at the heart of the firm's ethos, complemented by a modern, flexible working environment that champions work-life balance.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a Senior Banking & Finance Lawyer to join this top 40 firm in Leeds.

In this role, you will advise banks, lenders, fund managers, and corporate and institutional clients, both borrowers and lenders, on a full spectrum of finance and security matters. Your expertise will cover asset-based lending, leveraged finance, corporate lending and borrowing, real estate finance, government finance, bonds, and capital markets.

You will also support the corporate team on funding issues related to capital markets and M&A transactions, as well as assist the commercial and real estate departments with portfolio property refinances and broader funding matters. Additionally, you will play a key role in drafting and preparing essential transaction documents.

The ideal candidate will have:

• 7 years of PQE as a qualified solicitor.
• A proactive approach to developing client relationships and industry networks.
• Excellent organisational skills and a passion for tackling challenging legal work.

Why Join?

• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• A supportive, inclusive culture with a strong emphasis on flexible and agile working.
• The chance to work on high-profile, impactful UK and international matters.

Apply now for Immediate consideration or contact Sid Wright on 07441937659 or [e-mail] for a confidential chat.