Banking LD/Partner

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Banking LD/Partner with a leading law firm in Manchester. This role entails leading lender-side transactions, advising on corporate deals, and mentoring junior lawyers. The firm offers an appealing salary package and emphasizes professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous 26 days' holiday plus 5 buy-up days

Birthday leave

Permanent health insurance

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Pension contributions

Flexible working

Cycle-to-work scheme

Eyecare reimbursement

Study funding

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE in banking & finance.
• Experienced in lender-side transactions.
• Skilled in mid-market corporate finance.

Responsibilities

• Leading lender-side banking and finance transactions.
• Advising on corporate deals and refinancing.
• Mentoring fee-earners and supporting team growth.

Skills

Client relationship building

Business development

Leading deals

Mentoring junior lawyers

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

• Exciting opportunity for a Banking LD/Partner
• Competitive salary and package

About Our Client

Our client is a forward-thinking, award-winning national law firm known for commercial excellence and a friendly, inclusive culture. A supportive employer, they are ranked among the UK's top firms for diversity & inclusion and offer exceptional professional development, wellbeing initiatives and flexible working

Job Description

The Banking LD/Partner will be:

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   Leading lender-side banking and finance transactions, with borrower-side exposure.
2. 
   
   Advising on mid-market corporate deals, refinancing and debt facilities.
3. 
   
   Structuring complex banking arrangements for corporate clients and financial institutions.
4. 
   
   Building relationships with major UK banks and borrower-side clients.
5. 
   
   Mentoring fee-earners and supporting team growth and business origination

The Successful Applicant

The Banking LD/Partner should be:

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  A solicitor or equivalent with 6+ years PQE in banking & finance.
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  Experienced in lender-side transactions, with borrower-side knowledge a bonus.
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  Skilled in mid-market corporate finance, refinancing, and debt documentation.
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  Proven in client relationship-building and business development.
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  Capable of leading deals and mentoring junior lawyers.

What's on Offer

The firm offers a competitive £90-110K salary, generous 26 days' holiday (plus up to 5 buy-up days), an extra day off for your birthday, permanent health insurance, private medical cover through Bupa, life assurance, pension contributions, flexible working, cycle‑to‑work, eyecare reimbursement, EAP support, and study funding. As a forward-looking firm with strong DE&I credentials and clear progression paths, this role offers not just a job but a fulfilling career journey.