Banking Lawyer (Real Estate Finance)

Accutrainee Limited; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in London seeks a talented Banking Lawyer (Real Estate Finance) with 3+ years PQE to join their Tier 1 team. This role involves advising on complex real estate finance transactions, drafting key documents, and collaborating with various teams. Ideal candidates are qualified solicitors with strong technical and drafting skills, able to work within a high-performing team. The position offers a top-of-market salary, career progression opportunities, and a supportive, collaborative culture.

Benefits

Top-of-market salary

Career progression opportunities

Exceptional training

Qualifications

• 3+ years of PQE in Banking Law or Real Estate Finance.
• Experience with UK or international law firm preferred.
• Ability to work in a high-performing transactional team.

Responsibilities

• Advise lenders and borrowers on real estate finance transactions.
• Draft and negotiate facility agreements and security documents.
• Identify legal, structural, and commercial risks.

Skills

Technical drafting skills

Commercial awareness

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Banking Lawyer (Real Estate Finance) – 3+ PQE

Tier 1 Practice | International Law Firm | London (Hybrid)

Accuflex is working with a leading international law firm to offer an outstanding opportunity for a talented Banking Lawyer (Real Estate Finance) – 3+ PQE to join their Tier 1-ranked team in London.

This role provides the chance to work on some of the most complex, high-value real estate finance transactions in the market. You will advise major institutional lenders and high-profile borrowers across commercial, residential, and mixed-use portfolios, contributing to the structuring and execution of sophisticated secured lending arrangements.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise lenders and borrowers on real estate investment and development finance transactions.
• Draft and negotiate facility agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and related finance documentation.
• Identify and mitigate legal, structural, and commercial risks within secured lending frameworks.
• Work collaboratively with real estate, tax, corporate, and restructuring teams to ensure seamless deal execution.
• Engage with clients directly and contribute to strategic planning on major transactions.

Candidate Profile

• Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3+ years’ PQE.
• Experience in real estate finance or broader banking & finance, ideally gained at a recognised UK or international law firm.
• Strong technical skills with excellent drafting capabilities.
• Commercially minded, pragmatic, and able to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
• Able to work effectively within a high-performing transactional team.

Location & Working Pattern

• London-based
• Hybrid working model (minimum two days per week in the office)

What’s on Offer

• Top-of-market salary and benefits
• Exposure to landmark transactions and global institutional clients
• Clear opportunities for career progression within a Tier 1 team
• Supportive, collaborative team culture with exceptional training

Apply Now

If you are a driven Banking Lawyer with real estate finance experience and you’re ready to work at the top of the market, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today to take the next step in your legal career.

Diversity & Inclusion at Accuflex

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and ensure a transparent recruitment process based solely on skills, experience, and suitability.