Banking & REF Solicitor

A superb opportunity has arisen for a Banking & Finance Solicitor to join a fast-growing Top 70 UK law firm, ranked highly in the Legal 500 for Property Finance.

Within such a well-reputed practice you will benefit from exposure to industry-leading Partners and the highest quality of work.

This position offers either an Associate/Senior Associate excellent opportunities for growth alongside exposure to quality work normally reserved for the largest City firms.

The Firm

In recent years, this Top 70 firm has substantially grown and now has over 400 staff. They are top tier across several practice areas, which increases yearly. They are based in the heart of the West End of London and deal with the same quality of work as much larger City firms without all the disadvantages associated with being a small cog in a big machine.

You will find that with smaller teams, it is common for NQ's and Partners to be working side by side, this is not a Partner-led, pyramid structure. Fee earners of all levels have the opportunity to be involved with business development.

It is common for fee earners to gain such a level of exposure they gain PQE beyond their years.

Lawyers from City-based and Top 50 firms often eave in favour of this very practice. This is due to the quality of working being the same but with the added benefits of greater flexibility and a more friendly environment.

You will find a creative, supportive, dynamic, forward-thinking, and progressive culture. They invest heavily in their staff, with industry-leading training and a real platform for progression. You will find there is a good work-life balance with flexibility. There is an excellent social scene firm-wide, with social clubs, sports clubs and regular social events paid for by the firm.

The Role

The firm is seeking a Banking & Finance Solicitor 4 - 6 PQE to join their flourishing West End office.

Based in Mayfair, you will benefit not only from solid commuter links but also a beautiful location and a stunning office.

This is a permanent role for either an experience Banking & Finance Solicitor to join at either the Associate or Senior Associate level, depending on experience.

You will work on a high-quality caseload for both lenders and borrowers. The work will have a strong element of real estate finance - so experience in these matters is essential.

This is a brilliant opportunity to join a renowned department with excellent support structures and training programmes that will assist you in growing your practice.

You can expect to benefit from impressive progression prospects as the firm continues to expand in this area of law.

Requirements

• You will be an England & Wales qualified Solicitor with 4 - 6 years PQE
• Experience in Banking & Finance - with Real Estate Finance exposure
• A commercial and client-orientated approach

Benefits

• Salary above market rate and negotiable depending on experience
• Excellent benefits package
• 25 days starting holiday allowance
• Hybrid and flexible working options

This is an excellent opportunity for a Banking & Finance Solicitor to join this growing, Top 100 practice based in the West End.

Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to contact Jonathan Kitto at JMC Legal Recruitment for a call for a confidential conversation.