Banking & Finance Senior Associate

Taylor Root Dusseldorf; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Birmingham is seeking a Senior Associate (4PQE+) for their Banking & Finance Practice Group. This role involves advising on high-profile transactions and requires a UK qualified solicitor with strong experience in corporate debt and leveraged finance. Join a firm committed to diversity and flexible working. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Diversity and inclusion commitment

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with experience in Banking & Finance required.
• Proven track record in managing corporate transactions.
• Experience in mentoring and developing junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support banking transactions in corporate and leveraged finance.
• Advise clients on M&A, refinancing, and debt capital markets.
• Collaborate with internal teams on various financial strategies.

Skills

UK qualified solicitor

4+ years PQE in Banking & Finance

Strong experience in corporate debt and leveraged finance

Excellent client management skills

Team player

Job description

Senior Associate – Banking & Finance (4PQE+)

Location: Birmingham

Sector: Legal – Banking & Finance

Type: Permanent | Full-time

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

About the Role

My client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate (4PQE+) to join their national Banking & Finance Practice Group in Birmingham. This is an exciting opportunity to work on high-profile domestic and cross-border transactions, advising a diverse client base including private equity sponsors, corporates, banks, and funds.

You’ll be part of a collaborative and ambitious team with a strong reputation in corporate and leveraged finance, real estate finance, and debt capital markets. The firm offers a dynamic environment where innovation, development, and client service are at the heart of everything they do.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a broad range of banking transactions, primarily in corporate and leveraged finance
• Advise clients on M&A, refinancing, asset-based lending, and debt capital markets
• Collaborate with internal teams across Corporate, Tax, Restructuring, and Private Equity
• Participate in business development and client relationship initiatives
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to knowledge sharing

About You

• UK qualified solicitor with 4+ years’ PQE in Banking & Finance
• Strong experience in corporate debt and leveraged finance
• Commercially minded with excellent client management skills
• A team player who thrives in a non-hierarchical, collaborative environment
• Motivated to contribute to business development and wider firm initiatives

Why Apply?

• Work on market-leading transactions with top-tier clients
• Join a firm committed to diversity, inclusion, and flexible working
• Be part of a forward-thinking team with ambitious growth plans
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible Working

My client supports flexible working arrangements and is open to discussing how this role can accommodate your needs.

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