Banking Solicitor (Asset Based Lending)

eNL; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Enhanced benefits

Family-friendly policies

Flexible working

Job summary

eNL in Manchester is seeking an experienced Banking Solicitor to specialise in asset-based lending within a high-value finance team. You will advise lenders, banks, corporates and fund managers on complex security and finance transactions.

The role offers close collaboration with Partners, exposure to real estate finance, leveraged finance and corporate lending, and a supportive environment with clear progression in a leading regional practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 4 years’ PQE.
• Experience in asset-based lending is essential.
• Experience at leading national, regional or city practice.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Advise on asset-based lending and a broad range of banking and finance matters.
• Work alongside Partners on transactions involving real estate finance, capital markets, leveraged finance and corporate lending.
• Advise lenders, banks, corporates and fund managers and develop client relationships.

Skills

Asset-based lending expertise

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative / team-oriented

Commercial awareness

Job description

This full-time position as a Banking Solicitor (Asset Based Lending) sits with eNL in Manchester, offering £70,000 to £80,000 annually. The successful candidate, ideally 4+ PQE, advises lenders, banks, corporates and fund managers on security and finance transactions. Responsibilities cover asset-based lending alongside real estate finance, capital markets, leveraged finance and corporate lending, working closely with Partners. Applicants need strong technical ability, commercial awareness and a collaborative approach. This role suits a solicitor seeking high-value work within a respected practice, developing expertise across varied banking matters while managing client relationships effectively.

BANKING SOLICITOR (ASSET BASED LENDING), 4+ PQE, MANCHESTER - Take the next step in your banking career with a leading team handling high-value finance work.

An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Banking Solicitor to join a highly regarded team in Manchester, with a particular focus on asset-based lending. You’ll work closely with Partners on a varied range of finance and security matters, advising lenders, banks, corporates and fund managers.

The Role

Advise on asset-based lending and a broad range of banking and finance matters. Work alongside Partners on transactions involving real estate finance, capital markets, leveraged finance and corporate lending. Act for a varied client base, including lenders, banks, corporates and fund managers. Gain exposure to high‑value work and develop your experience within an established team.

The Candidate

A qualified Solicitor with at least 4 years’ PQE. Experience in asset-based lending is essential. Relevant experience gained within a leading national, regional or city practice. Strong communication skills and attention to detail, with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

The Opportunity

You’ll be joining a supportive and forward‑thinking team where new ideas are welcomed and career development is encouraged. The role offers the opportunity to work with recognised household names, with clear progression prospects as the team continues to grow. A competitive salary and benefits package is on offer, including enhanced benefits, family‑friendly policies and flexible working arrangements.

Please note our advertisements use PQE and salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever their ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.