Senior Banking Associate — Lead Deals in Manchester

QED Legal Recruitment Limited; Greater Manchester; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

QED Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking a Banking Associate with 3+ PQE for a national Manchester-based firm. You will lead transactions, draft and negotiate facility agreements, and supervise juniors, with a view to building key relationships with Manchester's major banks.

The role offers exposure to acquisition finance, real estate finance and restructuring, and requires running the matter end-to-end from client meetings to completion.

Qualifications

• 3+ PQE in banking or financial services practice.
• Experience drafting bilateral and syndicated facility agreements.
• Ability to manage transactions end-to-end with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead client meetings and manage deals through to completion.
• Supervise junior lawyers on conditions precedent and security.
• Instruct overseas counsel as needed for cross-border matters.
• Draft and negotiate facility agreements and related documents.

Skills

Banking experience

Client relationship development

Leadership/mentoring

Syndicated facilities

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

QED Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking a Banking Associate with 3+ PQE for a national Manchester-based firm. You will lead transactions, draft and negotiate facility agreements, and supervise juniors, with a view to building key relationships with Manchester's major banks.

The role offers exposure to acquisition finance, real estate finance and restructuring, and requires running the matter end-to-end from client meetings to completion.