Banking Solicitor

SaccoMann; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Banking Solicitor. This role offers the chance to work on significant transactions in banking, real estate finance, and corporate banking. Candidates should have around 3 years PQE, strong communication skills, and a proactive approach to client engagement. The firm promotes a hybrid working environment and values professional development, making it an excellent opportunity for career advancement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous holiday allowance

Rewarding year-on-year bonuses

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with approximately 3 years PQE up to Legal Director in banking law.
• Experience working on substantial banking transactions.
• Ability to manage client relationships effectively.
• Strong communication and proactive approach to client engagement.

Responsibilities

• Manage client relationships and contribute to business development efforts.
• Work on high-profile banking law cases with international interaction.
• Participate in international client engagement where applicable.

Skills

Experience in banking law

Real estate finance expertise

Corporate banking knowledge

Strong communication skills

Proactive client engagement

Education

Qualified Solicitor with approximately 3 years PQE

Experience in managing high-value banking transactions

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced Banking Solicitor seeking an exciting role in Leeds? Our client, a leading team with a strong national presence, is looking to appoint an experienced Solicitor with a background in banking law to join their dynamic team in Leeds. This role offers the opportunity to work across real estate finance and corporate banking, with significant exposure to major lenders as well as international clients. It presents an excellent career opportunity for someone keen to drive their career and work with established players in the market and to capitalise upon existing opportunities within the firm.

The successful candidate will be part of a well-respected team led by a renowned partner, known for their straightforward approach and strong industry relationships. They are open-minded about your exact level of experience and can consider lawyers from 3 years PQE up to Legal Director level.

As an established provider to the main retail banks, quality alternative lenders, and a strong raft of international banks that operate in the UK, you would get access to the full range of work they handle, much of which has significant values attached to them. Depending upon your level of experience, you would be able to take on and manage client relationships; they have plenty to share and are keen to do so. In our experience, this is relatively unusual and makes this an excellent opportunity for someone keen to advance their career significantly.

Whilst the team is busy, their highly collaborative environment helps with the peaks of the work, as does the practice's willingness to invest.

Responsibilities

Experience in banking law, real estate finance, or corporate banking, and eagerness to work on high-profile, panel-led work with scope for international interaction. Depending upon your level of experience, you would be able to take on and manage client relationships and contribute to business development efforts as appropriate for experience. You would gain access to the full range of work handled by the firm and participate in international client engagement where applicable.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with approximately 3 years PQE up to Legal Director in banking law, real estate finance, or corporate banking
• Experience working on substantial banking transactions, as part of a team or individually, and managing client relationships
• Ability to work effectively within a national team and contribute to business development efforts (as appropriate for experience)
• Flexibility to be based in Leeds, with potential to work from other offices in the UK
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to client engagement
• An understanding of banking panels and experience in managing high-value banking transactions is desirable

Benefits and Working Arrangements

Joining this firm means becoming part of a vibrant, collegiate team with a significant national client base and international exposure. The firm offers competitive salaries, including a generous holiday allowance and a rewarding bonus that pays out year on year. The team offers hybrid working and operates on a very flexible approach. They work on a national basis, fostering a professional but relaxed and collaborative working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor looking to develop their banking career within a forward-thinking firm that actively supports relationship-building and professional development, and can offer a significant number of panel appointments to help advance your career.

Contact and Eligibility

For a confidential discussion, contact [e-mail] or on 0113 4677111