Managing Associate-Banking & Finance-Bristol/Exeter-7+ PQE – Bristol

Chadwick Nott; West of England; Hybrid; GBP 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Collaborative culture

Training and progression

Job summary

Chadwick Nott is seeking a Managing Associate in Banking & Finance for Bristol or Exeter with 7+ years PQE. The role offers hybrid working and involves leading high-value domestic and international finance matters within a dynamic, commercial environment.

You will draft and negotiate facility agreements, advise on refinancings and restructurings, and manage multi-disciplinary teams while developing key client relationships for growth.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years' PQE in banking and finance transactions.
• Strong track record of leading finance matters and managing client relationships.
• Solid experience in sectors such as Real Estate, Sustainable Economy and International work.
• Excellent drafting skills and strong technical expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a wide variety of complex finance matters.
• Draft, negotiate and advise on facility agreements, security documents and intercreditor arrangements.
• Advise lenders and borrowers on new lending arrangements, refinancings and restructurings.
• Manage transaction workstreams and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams.
• Support domestic and international transactions, including overseas counsel.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and identify opportunities for collaboration.
• Supervise, mentor and develop junior lawyers.
• Contribute to strategic growth of the Banking & Finance team.

Skills

PQE 7+ years

Job description

Managing Associate - Banking & Finance - Bristol or Exeter - 7+ Years PQE

Location: Bristol or Exeter (Hybrid working)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £85,000 to £105,000

A highly regarded and forward thinking law firm is seeking a Managing Associate to join its experienced Banking & Finance team in either Bristol or Exeter. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic, commercial and collaborative environment, supporting high value domestic and international finance transactions while contributing to the strategic growth of the team.

The Role

You'll be responsible for leading and managing a wide variety of complex finance matters, including:

• Real estate finance, acquisition finance, corporate lending, development finance and project finance
• Drafting, negotiating and advising on facility agreements, security documents, intercreditor arrangements, loan notes and related finance documentation
• Advising lenders and borrowers on new lending arrangements, refinancings and restructurings
• Managing transaction workstreams and coordinating multi disciplinary teams
• Supporting complex domestic and international transactions, including working with overseas counsel
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships and identifying opportunities for further collaboration
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior lawyers
• Contributing to strategic growth areas within the Banking & Finance team

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to an ambitious and commercially astute senior lawyer with:

• At least 7 years' PQE in banking and finance transactions
• A strong track record of leading finance matters and managing client relationships
• Solid experience in sectors such as Sustainable Economy, Impact Investing, Financial Services, Private Wealth, Real Estate and International work
• Excellent drafting skills and strong technical expertise
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence communicating at all levels
• A proactive, commercial and professional approach
• Ability to develop business networks and contribute to wider team growth
• Self motivation, initiative and an innovative mindset
• Commitment to delivering exceptional client service and maintaining high professional standards

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Flexible, agile working arrangements
• Supportive, collaborative and inclusive culture
• Strong investment in training, development and progression
• Opportunities to work on high value, complex and international matters
• Exposure to market leading clients across banking, finance and impact investment
• A culture that values potential, inspiration and teamwork

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time

Salary: £85000 - £105000 per annum

Location: Bristol, Bristol