Solicitor- Banking & Finance 1+PQE

CRA Legal; Leeds; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds is seeking a Banking Solicitor with 4+ years PQE to manage a varied caseload, engage with clients, and contribute to business development efforts. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced partners and gain significant exposure to high-quality finance matters within a supportive and collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Collaborative working environment

Career advancement opportunities

Competitive salary and benefits package

Qualifications

• 4+ years PQE in a Banking & Finance team.
• Experience with corporate and leveraged finance transactions.
• Commercial and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of banking and finance matters.
• Advise clients and provide regular updates on progress.
• Draft and negotiate finance documentation.

Skills

Drafting

Communication

Client Management

Teamwork

Business Development

Financial Acumen

Education

4+ years PQE in Banking & Finance

Job description

Job Title: Solicitor- Banking & Finance 1+PQE Location: Leeds Salary: £55,000+



About the firm and Role:



Our client is a modern, straight-talking, and ambitious law firm dedicated to delivering high-quality commercial legal services to a diverse client base - from individual entrepreneurs and family businesses to some of the UK's most successful companies and brands.



We are excited to be recruiting a Banking Solicitor (4+ PQE) to join their growing team in Leeds. You'll work directly alongside experienced Partners and play a key role in a broad range of high-quality finance matters. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a more hands-on role within a smaller, ambitious team, with a clear pathway for progression and real client exposure.







Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of banking and finance matters, ensuring all work meets the firm's quality and procedural standards.
• Advise clients and provide regular updates on progress, costs, and key milestones.
• Draft and negotiate a wide range of finance documentation to meet client deadlines.
• Achieve and maintain personal billing and time recording targets.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high levels of service and client care.
• Assist in supervising and supporting junior team members.
• Take an active role in business development and marketing initiatives for the team and the wider firm.
• Ensure compliance with SRA, Law Society regulations, and ongoing professional development requirements.

About You:

• Ideally 4+ years' PQE in a Banking & Finance team at a medium, national, or international firm.
• Experience working on a broad range of finance transactions such as corporate and leveraged finance, asset-based lending, and real estate/development finance.
• A commercial, client-focused approach with excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Interest or experience in corporate or restructuring matters would be advantageous.
• A team player who is also confident managing work autonomously.
• Ambitious, proactive, and motivated to contribute to both team success and business growth.

What's on Offer:

• High-quality work with leading institutional lenders, private equity funds, and corporate borrowers.
• A collaborative and down-to-earth working environment.
• Genuine opportunity for career advancement within a supportive team structure.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities to work closely with our Corporate and Restructuring teams.

How to Apply:

If this vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, to discuss the role in more detail, contact Ross Roberts on 0114 241 8030 for a confidential conversation or email [e-mail].
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