Banking Associate

Are you looking to operate at City-level within Banking, but keen to avoid the lifestyle drawbacks of being there, wishing to operate at the market's peak whilst enjoying a pace of life afforded to a few?

As a Banking Associate, set yourself on the pathway to Director and Partnership, whilst working some of the world's largest institutions in corporate lending, acquisition finance and renewables finance

The Firm

Awarded as "The Best Law Firm in the UK", the firm's exponential and market-disrupting growth is unmatched.

Acting as a lynchpin within the Bristol legal market, the Top 50 Chambers ranked firm strides amongst Magic and Silver Circle competitors, being one of the largest and most robust Commercial Law firms headquartered outside of the City.

1000 strong across 6 offices and committed to diversity, and with over 50 Legal 500 ranked teams across numerous legal specialities, throughout the firm's history they have pushed boundaries on what can be achieved.

70+ Partners are Chambers ranked, many of these home-grown from training and have played their part in the firm's 1000% revenue growth in the last 20 years

Considered the go-to by numerous UK and internationally placed institutions, the firm offers unmatched expertise in Clean Energy, Digital, Financial Services, Leisure, Food & Drink, Public Sector, Real Estate and Retail & Commercial Good.

Whether based in England, Scotland or overseas, clients enjoy a strategic advantage and operate ahead of the curve.

Advising in strategic and day-to-day legality, conflict mitigation and management, or transactional matters that support client's agility, staff receive ongoing development and progression as strategic importance.

Offering a structured Business Development Program, Leadership Mentoring and an open and collaborative culture that's done away from unnecessary hierarchy, lawyers move quickly and realistically to achieve their long-term goals.

Resonating within the local community, the firm takes pride in supporting numerous local initiatives in Bristol, forever giving back to the community that serves as the bedrock of their ongoing success.

The Role

4+ PQE Banking Associate to join Tier 1 Top 50 Commercial Law firm in Bristol

Due to continued investment and expansion, an experienced Banking Associate has the opportunity to work alongside a Partner in all areas of general corporate lending (including acquisition finance), real estate finance and renewables finance.

Continually making waves and exceeding expectations, the team is the established go-to for many of the UK's largest banking institutions, offering expertise in all aspects of its banking practice with transaction values generally between £20m and £500m.

You role in the team will be to advise on general corporate lending transactions and/or real estate finance, whilst supporting more senior team members with larger transactions using appropriate project and time management techniques.

The energy of the team is strategic, results-driven and driven by technical excellence. The team is unmatched in terms of performance in Bristol, a hallmark they take pride in as they continue to disrupt the international market.

The business' financial arm is receiving continued investment at all levels, opening the doors for you to develop into a Partner role, further increasing your already high level of influence in the team and reputation within the market.

The Requirements

• 4 years post qualified experience gained within Banking
• Successful BD history, with enthusiasm to bolster client relationships
• Interest in expanding upon technical and commercial skills

In joining one of the UK's leading Banking teams, you will be well-placed for continued progression from Day 1, working with an enviable client base in a team that blends City working within a people-focused backdrop.