Banking / Corporate / Real Estate Support Solicitor (2–4 Years' PQE)

Our client, a leading UK Top 200 commercial law firm, is seeking a talented Banking / Corporate / Real Estate Support Solicitor to join its well-established Knowledge and Legal Support team in Manchester.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review and update a broad range of banking documentation, including Loan Market Association (LMA) documentation and bespoke facility agreements.
• Develop, maintain and enhance precedent documents, templates and standard forms across the Banking, Corporate and Real Estate teams.
• Provide technical legal support and guidance to fee earners on complex legal and drafting issues.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments affecting banking and finance transactions, producing updates and practical guidance for internal stakeholders.
• Assist with the preparation and delivery of internal training sessions, legal updates and know-how materials.
• Conduct legal research and prepare technical notes on a variety of banking and finance matters.
• Support knowledge management initiatives, ensuring legal resources remain accurate, current and easily accessible.
• Work collaboratively with partners, solicitors and business support teams to promote consistency, efficiency and best practice across the firm.

Skills & Experience

The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor with 2–4 years' post-qualification experience gained within a recognised commercial law firm, with a strong background in banking and finance work.

You will demonstrate:

• Solid experience drafting, negotiating and reviewing a wide range of banking and finance documentation, including Loan Market Association (LMA) documents, facility agreements, security documentation and ancillary finance documents.
• Strong technical legal knowledge and excellent drafting skills.
• The ability to interpret complex legal issues and communicate practical solutions clearly and effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work across multiple teams.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed