Senior Associate / Legal Director

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Brodies LLP is a prominent UK law firm headquartered in Scotland, that provides expert advice to UK and international clients.
We have the capability and expertise to deliver mandates with global reach, uniting specialist perspectives from across our firm to offer bespoke legal solutions and advice, resulting in impactful outcomes for our clients.
With offices in London and throughout Scotland, we are dedicated to driving innovation in the legal sector, leveraging new technologies and forward-thinking strategies to deliver exceptional value and efficiency for our clients.
Our contract with our people underlines our commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, prioritising the wellbeing and development of our colleagues to ensure they thrive both personally and professionally.
We are also deeply committed to making a positive impact in the communities in which we live and work. Through our pro bono work, charitable activities, and initiatives that promote diversity and inclusion, we strive to contribute meaningfully to society.
JOB TITLE
Senior Associate or Legal Director (5yrs+ PQE)- Banking & Finance
Based in Glasgow or Edinburgh
REPORTING TO
Marion MacInnes, Partner
JOB PURPOSE
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Associate or Legal Director to join our well established and highly regarded Banking and Finance practice to support on a wide variety of transactional and advisory work, including real estate finance, leveraged finance and corporate funding.
Our Banking and Finance practice is recognised as Band 1 in the Legal Directories and frequently advises lender, borrower and sponsor clients on high profile finance transactions. In this role you will have the opportunity to work within one of the largest banking teams in Scotland with specialists who have a reputation for involvement in market leading and innovative financing deals.
You will have the opportunity to play a key role in the growth of the business by building and maintaining effective client relationships and maintaining an active focus on business development.
CORE TASKS
Advising clients on banking matters including drafting and negotiating loan and security documentation and legal opinions associated with different types of finance.
Conducting legal research and producing papers for client advice and/or wider publication.
Assisting clients to meet their overall business objectives through being a part of a firmwide sector focussed group.
Managing and supervising the work of more junior members of the team.
Project managing transactional work and working with other Practice Areas on multi-disciplinary matters.
Participating in and contributing to the business development activities of the team, practice area and firm.
Be aware of Brodies\’ information security policies, and protect information assets from unauthorised access, disclosure, modification, destruction or interference at all times.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Interest and enthusiasm for finance work.
Excellent attention to detail.
Adapts style of communication appropriately when dealing with colleagues and clients.
Takes personal responsibility to learn on the job and keep knowledge up to date including in relation to recent legislation changes affecting banking transactions.
Shows understanding of clients\’ needs and tailor\’s advice appropriately.
Strong drafting and written communication skills.
Works to understand the Practice Area\’s key banking clients, the sectors they operate in and the challenges they face.
Demonstrates strong research skills.
Ability to deal with competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent knowledge of Brodies and the service it offers.
Good teamwork ethic.
Demonstrates the Brodies values at all times – Courage, Character, Care, Collegiate, Collaborative.
SKILLS
Self-motivated and driven
Prepared, organised and able to prioritise
Applied knowledge
Commercial and profit focus
Conduct and communication skills
Business Development skills
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