Solicitor - Banking & Finance

Simpson Judge; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Simpson Judge is seeking a Banking & Finance Solicitor with 3+ PQE to join our Manchester team in a hybrid role. You will advise on funding transactions, including acquisition, development, refinancing, and complex structured funding arrangements, working for funders and borrowers in the social impact sector.

You will handle high-value deals and contribute to a team active in the UK social housing sector, building client relationships and sharing knowledge across Governance, Corporate and

Responsibilities

• Transaction Management: Lead and manage transactions from inception to completion, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring matters progress efficiently.
• Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, review and negotiate banking and capital markets documentation, acting for both funder and borrower clients.
• Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developing a clear understanding of their commercial objectives and funding requirements.
• Knowledge Sharing: Support colleagues across the Governance, Corporate and Funding Group by sharing technical expertise and contributing to the development of the wider team.
• Business Development: Develop your profile across relevant sectors and support the continued growth and market presence of the Funding Team.

Job description

Banking & Finance Solicitor | 3+ PQE | Hybrid | Manchester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Banking & Finance to join a purpose-driven firm with a strong commitment to social impact. You will advise on a broad range of funding transactions, including acquisition finance, development finance, refinancing and complex structured funding arrangements.

You will work with both funders and borrowers across the social impact sector, advising on a variety of funding instruments and associated security arrangements. This includes listed bond issues, private placements and ISDA agreements.

The team has an established reputation within the UK social housing sector, handling transactions totalling over £1 billion each financial year. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-value, complex transactions while contributing to projects that deliver meaningful social impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Management: Lead and manage transactions from inception to completion, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring matters progress efficiently.
• Drafting & Negotiation: Draft, review and negotiate banking and capital markets documentation, acting for both funder and borrower clients.
• Client Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developing a clear understanding of their commercial objectives and funding requirements.
• Knowledge Sharing: Support colleagues across the Governance, Corporate and Funding Group by sharing technical expertise and contributing to the development of the wider team.
• Business Development: Develop your profile across relevant sectors and support the continued growth and market presence of the Funding Team.

Interested? Get in touch for a confidential chat