Banking Senior Associate

As an Associate or Senior Associate, you will play a key role in the Banking Team working closely with partners and clients on a wide range of transactions, including secured and unsecured lending, acquisitions, project finance, and real estate finance.

The Client

Our client is a globally recognised full-service law firm, well known for its exceptional client service and commitment to delivering high-quality legal work across a wide range of industries. With an outstanding reputation both nationally and internationally, the firm is renowned for fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment. They are dedicated to the professional development of their employees, providing genuine opportunities for career progression and the chance to make a meaningful impact.

Benefits

• Hybrid working (3 days from the office, 2 days from home)
• Competitive salary and bonus structure
• Exposure to high-profile, complex work alongside market-leading professionals
• Clear pathways for career progression

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing significant banking and finance transactions, including drafting, and negotiating complex legal documents such as loan agreements and security documentation.
• Providing strategic legal advice to clients on bespoke financial arrangements, ensuring solutions align with their commercial objectives.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, acting as a trusted advisor and contributing to business development initiatives.
• Conducting legal research on relevant banking and finance legislation, regulation, and case law to ensure the highest standard of client service.
• Mentoring and supervising junior team members, fostering their professional development.
• Collaborating with colleagues across practice areas, including corporate and real estate, to deliver integrated legal services to clients.

The Ideal Candidate

• You will have around 4-10 years of PQE in banking and finance, with demonstrable expertise in leading complex transactions. This is simply given as a guide - there are multiple opportunities available within the team at Associate and Senior Associate level, and the Partners are keen to speak to Banking Lawyers at all levels of qualification.
• A strong academic background combined with excellent legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• A proactive and adaptable approach, with the ability to manage multiple work streams and deliver under tight deadlines.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this Leeds based Senior Associate (Banking) opportunity, or wish to apply, please contact Sophie Linley or Kieran Wallace at Sacco Mann on 0113 245 3338 or ask to speak to another member of the Private Practice team.