Banking & Finance Associate/Senior Associate

Job Description

Banking & Finance Associate/Senior Associate 5+ years PQE l Top 100 Firm l Bristol

The firm:

This Top 100 firm is among the best in the country when it comes to healthcare, clinical negligence and local government. Headquartered in Bristol, the firm is also highly ranked in the South West for construction, employment and real estate.

On a cultural level, the key focuses for the firm centres on: community and engagement; environmental sustainability; well-being; and diversity and inclusion. These commitments are evidenced through regular events, talks and surveys that take place across all those topics and there are opportunities to get involved in pro bono and other charitable work.

Recent successes include ‘Law Firm of the Year’ at the Law Society Legal Awards and The Times ‘Best Law Firm to Work For’ in 2023. The number of females in senior roles at the firm is also a source of pride for the firm as they are keen to grow their own and promote from within.

The role:

Due to continued expansion, this firm is seeking a Banking & Finance Associate/Senior Associate 5+ years PQE to join their team in Bristol.

This banking and finance team acts for a wide range of clients across a number of sectors, including healthcare, social housing, property development, local authority and education.

They have won a number of bank panel tenders recently with challenger banks and specialist real estate lenders, particularly in the healthcare sector. Therefore, the is an abundance of work coming through which means they are in a position to grow the team making it an exciting time to consider joining.

This role would suit someone who has experience with lender and borrower clients, advising on the funding for property acquisitions and development, corporate acquisitions and refinancing matters.

Beyond fee-earning and leading transactions, the ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of deepening existing relationships and diversifying new ones. You’ll demonstrate leadership qualities, influence the strategic direction of the practice, and support junior team members in their development.

In return, you can expect full backing from the firm, with tangible progression routes to partnership for those who aspire to reach that level.

The ideal candidate:

Banking & Finance Associate/Senior Associate 5+ years PQE
Ability to manage a complex and varied workload effectively
Strong appetite for professional growth and motivation to consistently deliver your best