Banking Solicitor

Sacco Mann; West Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Banking Solicitor to join their Leeds office. This newly created position offers a unique opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive team environment. You will be involved in a variety of banking and finance transactions, including secured and unsecured lending, and will have the chance to build strong relationships with clients while delivering tailored legal solutions. With a commitment to professional development, this firm provides genuine opportunities for career progression and exposure to high-profile work. If you are looking to grow your career in the banking and finance sector, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Hybrid working (3 days from the office, 2 days from home)

Competitive salary

Exposure to quality work

Working closely with experienced professionals

Exposure to High Profile Work

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of PQE in corporate, banking, or finance.
• Excellent legal research and drafting skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on banking and finance transactions.
• Draft and review complex legal documents under guidance.
• Conduct legal research on banking and finance legislation.

Skills

Legal Research

Drafting Skills

Client Relationship Management

Education

Strong Academic Background

Job description

Sacco Mann is instructed by an international commercial legal practice on a unique opportunity. The firm is on the lookout for a Banking Solicitor to join its Leeds office. This is a newly created position and an exciting time to join the Finance team.

The client

Our client is a globally recognised full-service law firm, well known for its exceptional client service and commitment to delivering high quality legal work across a wide range of industries. With an outstanding reputation both nationally and internationally, the firm is renowned for fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive team environment. They are dedicated to the professional development of their employees, providing genuine opportunities for career progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

- Hybrid working (3 days from the office, 2 days from home)

- Competitive salary

- Exposure to quality work and working closely with experienced professionals

- Exposure to High Profile Work

The role

- Working alongside Legal Partners across a number of offices, providing legal advice on a wide range of banking and finance transactions, including secured and unsecured lending, acquisitions, project finance and real estate finance

- Draft and review complex legal documents, such as loan agreements, security documents, and related financing arrangements under the guidance of senior team members

- Build relationships with clients, assisting in the delivery of high quality, tailored legal solutions that meet their commercial objectives

- Conduct legal research on relevant banking and finance legislation, regulation, and case law, ensuring the advice is up to date and comprehensive

- Support senior solicitors and partners on significant transactions, due diligence, document management and coordination of work streams

- Work closely with colleagues in other practice areas including corporate and real estate, providing integrated legal services to clients

The ideal candidate

- You will have 0-2 years of PQE with experience in corporate, banking or finance and a genuine desire to want to progress in the corporate finance sector

- A strong academic background with excellent legal research and drafting skills

- Flexible and adaptable, with a strong willingness to grow and develop within the banking and finance sectors

How to apply

If you are interested in this opportunity, or wish to apply to it, then please contact Kieran Wallace or Sophie Linley at Sacco Mann on 0113 245 3338 or ask to speak to another member of the Private Practice team.