At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage diverse property finance transactions and provide expert legal advice.
- Company: Join a respected Property Finance team in vibrant London.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and hybrid working options.
- Other info: Supportive environment with clear career progression and ongoing training.
- Why this job: Work on high-value transactions and build lasting client relationships.
- Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor with experience in property finance and strong negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location
London
Salary
Competitive (depending on experience)
Job Type
Full-time, Permanent
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced
Property Bridging Finance Solicitor to join a highly regarded Property Finance team in London.
The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of bridging finance and secured lending transactions, acting primarily for lenders, borrowers, investors and developers.
You will manage your own caseload of matters from instruction through to completion, working on fast-paced transactions while providing commercially focused legal advice and exceptional client service.
This role is ideal for a solicitor with a strong background in property finance who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys building long-term client relationships.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a varied caseload of bridging finance and property finance transactions from instruction through to completion.
- Advising lenders, borrowers, developers and investors on secured lending matters.
- Drafting, reviewing and negotiating loan agreements, legal charges, debentures, guarantees and security documentation.
- Conducting and reviewing title investigations, searches and due diligence.
- Advising on security structures and identifying legal risks.
- Liaising with clients, brokers, valuers, surveyors, accountants and other solicitors throughout transactions.
- Negotiating transaction documents and satisfying conditions precedent.
- Coordinating completions and overseeing all post-completion formalities, including Land Registry applications and Companies House registrations where required.
- Ensuring compliance with lender requirements, regulatory obligations and internal risk procedures.
- Supporting business development initiatives and helping to build and maintain strong client relationships.
- Supervising and mentoring junior solicitors, paralegals and support staff where appropriate.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with experience in property finance, banking or real estate finance.
- Demonstrable experience handling bridging finance and secured lending transactions.
- Ability to independently manage a caseload of matters from instruction through to post-completion.
- Strong knowledge of property law, security documentation and lending practices.
- Experience acting for lenders, borrowers or both.
- Excellent drafting, negotiation and analytical skills.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to provide pragmatic legal advice.
- Excellent communication and client relationship management skills.
- Highly organised with the ability to manage competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Desirable Skills
- Experience advising specialist bridging lenders or challenger banks.
- Knowledge of development finance and commercial property finance.
- Existing professional relationships with lenders, brokers or property professionals.
- Experience supervising junior team members.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunity to work on high-value and complex property finance transactions.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Clear career progression opportunities within a growing Property Finance team.
- Ongoing professional development and training.
- Modern London office with hybrid working options, where applicable.
How to Apply
If you are a Property Bridging Finance Solicitor looking to join a successful and expanding Property Finance team in London, we would love to hear from you.
Please submit your CV for confidential consideration.
Property Bridging Solicitor in London employer: A1 Personnel
A1 Personnel is an excellent employer that values professionalism and client-focused service, offering a supportive work culture in the heart of Witham. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional legal support. The company's commitment to employee well-being and a collaborative environment makes it a rewarding place to build a career in the legal sector.
