Hybrid Banking & Finance Managing Associate

Michelmores; Cambridge; Hybrid; GBP 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Michelmores LLP is seeking a Managing Associate for its Banking and Finance team, with hybrid working options across Bristol, Cambridge or Exeter. The role focuses on leading diverse finance transactions, advising on facilities and restructuring, and developing client relationships with banks and borrowers alike.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in banking and finance, extensive post-qualification experience, and a proactive, commercially astute approach to complex matters.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years' post-qualification experience advising on banking and finance transactions
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal communication and client-relations abilities

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a wide range of banking and finance transactions, including real estate, acquisition, corporate lending, development and project finance
• Draft, negotiate and advise on facility agreements, security documents and related finance docs
• Advise lenders and borrowers on new lending arrangements, refinancings and restructurings
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and work collaboratively with corporate, real estate and private wealth groups
• Support cross-border transactions in coordination with overseas counsel where required
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships and contribute to business development and strategy
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior lawyers to uphold high technical standards

Job description

Michelmores LLP is seeking a Managing Associate for its Banking and Finance team, with hybrid working options across Bristol, Cambridge or Exeter. The role focuses on leading diverse finance transactions, advising on facilities and restructuring, and developing client relationships with banks and borrowers alike.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record in banking and finance, extensive post-qualification experience, and a proactive, commercially astute approach to complex matters.