At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise on lending matters and draft finance documentation for a leading bank.
- Company: Join a prestigious international bank with a strong legal team.
- Benefits: Initial six-month contract with immediate start and valuable in-house experience.
- Other info: Opportunity to work closely with a highly regarded legal team.
- Why this job: Gain exposure to sophisticated transactions and diverse clients in a fast-paced environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with 3-4 years PQE and strong banking experience.
The predicted salary is between 59400 - 72600 £ per year.
We are partnering with a leading international bank to appoint an Interim Banking & Finance Lawyer to join its established legal team on an initial six-month interim contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a transactional banking lawyer to join a sophisticated financial institution, advising on a broad range of lending matters and working closely with the business across a diverse portfolio of borrowers, security providers and financing structures.
The Opportunity
You will join a well-established legal function, providing legal support to the bank’s lending business across both new transactions and the ongoing management of its existing portfolio. The role will have a particular focus on property lending and securities-backed lending, alongside a variety of specialist financing arrangements. You will work across a diverse client base, including individuals, domestic and international corporate structures, charities, and various wealth and investment vehicles.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise the business on a broad range of transactional credit and lending matters
- Draft, review and negotiate facility agreements and associated finance documentation
- Provide legal support throughout the lifecycle of a diverse lending portfolio
- Advise on property finance, securities-backed lending and other specialist financing arrangements
- Advise on security structures and related documentation
- Work with a diverse range of borrowers, guarantors and security providers
- Provide commercially focused and pragmatic legal advice to internal stakeholders
- Assist with the development and maintenance of legal policies, procedures and precedent documentation
About You
- England & Wales qualified solicitor with approximately 3–4 PQE or above
- Strong transactional banking, credit or lending experience
- Experience drafting and negotiating finance and security documentation
- Comfortable managing matters independently with limited supervision
- Background in property finance, secured lending, wealth lending, private banking or financial services would be particularly relevant
- Strong technical drafting, negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Commercially minded, pragmatic and confident working with a broad range of stakeholders
- Able to operate effectively within a fast-paced banking environment
Why This Role?
- Initial six-month contract with an immediate start
- Opportunity to join a leading international banking institution
- Broad and varied transactional credit remit
- Exposure to sophisticated lending transactions and a diverse borrower base
- Opportunity to work closely with an established and highly regarded legal team
- A strong opportunity for a transactional banking lawyer looking to gain valuable in-house experience
If you are a Credit, Banking or Finance Lawyer with strong transactional lending experience and are available for a high-quality interim opportunity, we would be keen to hear from you. Please contact interims@thesjp.co.uk for further information.
Interim Banking & Finance Lawyer - Leading Private Bank employer: The Stephen James Partnership
As a leading law firm, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work culture that empowers our employees to thrive. Our commitment to professional development ensures that as a Law Clerk, you will have access to ongoing training and mentorship opportunities, allowing you to grow your legal expertise in a supportive environment. Located in a vibrant city, we offer a dynamic workplace where your contributions are valued, and you can make a meaningful impact in the field of employment law.
Contact Details:
The Stephen James Partnership Recruitment Team
