Senior Associate

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited; London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in London is seeking a Senior Associate for its Banking & Finance team. The role entails managing transactions and mentoring juniors while offering excellent career progression. The firm provides a supportive team culture and the chance to develop a robust professional network.

Benefits

High-quality client work

Clear path for career progression

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE required.
• Ability to manage banking and finance transactions.
• Expertise in finance specialty areas like real estate finance.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload independently.
• Support partners and develop junior team members.
• Contribute to business development.

Skills

Strong communication

Client relationship skills

Commercial awareness

Proactive approach to business development

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Your new company
A leading UK law firm with a growing presence in London is seeking an ambitious and experienced Senior Associate to join its expanding Banking & Finance team. The successful candidate will become part of a close-knit group including two partners, two associates, a trainee, a paralegal, and an administrative assistant.

Your new role
You will be expected to manage a varied caseload independently, while also supporting the partners and contributing to the development of junior team members. Ideally, you will bring a strong network and the ability to generate new business. The firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment with excellent opportunities for career progression. The Banking & Finance team works closely with other departments, including Corporate, Restructuring & Insolvency, and Property, and maintains strong links with the firm's wider UK offices.

What you'll need to succeed

• 5+ years PQE
• Ability to manage standard banking and finance transactions, particularly in commercial property and/or corporate finance
• Expertise in a specialist area of finance (e. real estate finance, structured finance, asset-based lending, trade finance, financial regulation, etc.)
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• Proven ability to manage and supervise junior team members
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
• A collaborative mindset and enthusiasm for mentoring junior lawyers

What you'll get in return

• High-quality client work across a broad range of banking and finance matters
• A platform to grow your practice and contribute to the team's development in the London market
• A clear path for career progression and leadership opportunities
• A supportive, inclusive, and dynamic team culture

What you need to do now


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