At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead high-value real estate finance transactions and manage deal teams.
- Company: Top-tier law firm with a collaborative and inclusive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical insurance, generous holiday allowance, and flexible working.
- Other info: Excellent career progression and development support in a dynamic environment.
- Why this job: Join a market-leading team and work on complex, impactful projects across the UK and Europe.
- Qualifications: Experienced solicitor in Real Estate Finance or Banking & Finance with strong drafting skills.
The predicted salary is between 85000 - 90000 £ per year.
A standout opportunity has arisen for a Real Estate Finance Solicitor / Senior Associate to join a market‑leading Banking & Finance team in Manchester. This role is ideal for an experienced finance lawyer seeking high‑value work within a top‑tier, internationally recognised practice supporting their London office.
This position sits within a highly ranked real estate finance team, consistently recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers. The team advises lenders and sponsors on complex, large‑scale real estate finance transactions across the UK and Europe, working closely with colleagues across London and international offices.
As a Real Estate Finance Solicitor / Senior Associate, you will benefit from exposure to premium clients, significant deal flow and a collaborative, cross‑border platform, alongside clear progression and strong development support.
- Leading on real estate finance transactions for both lender and sponsor clients
- Advising on a wide range of asset classes including logistics, BTR, retail and mixed‑use developments
- Drafting and negotiating facility agreements, intercreditor agreements and ancillary finance documents
- Managing deal teams including junior lawyers, trainees and paralegals
- Building and maintaining strong client relationships
Requirements:
- Senior Associate with strong experience in Real Estate Finance or Banking & Finance
- Solid understanding of real estate finance structures and market practice
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills across finance documentation
- Strong team player with experience supervising junior lawyers
Benefits:
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Private medical insurance and comprehensive wellbeing support
- Generous holiday allowance and enhanced family leave policies
- Pension scheme, life assurance and income protection
- Access to structured training, mentoring and leadership development programmes
- Inclusive, collaborative and high‑performance culture
Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.
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