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Job Description - Solicitor- Banking & Finance 1PQE

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:

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