Senior Associate - Banking & Finance

Banking & Finance Senior Associate (5-8 PQE) | Leeds

Step into a pivotal role within this top-tier, highly ranked Banking & Finance team as a Senior Associate. Handle a diverse and challenging caseload for premium, high-value clients, all while thriving in an award-winning, collaborative environment that fosters professional growth and success.

The Firm

The firm's reputation is built on three cornerstones: the outstanding calibre of its staff, the provision of quality, commercially-focused legal advice, and a robust, collaborative, multi-disciplinary approach to problem-solving. These principles have earned the firm widespread recognition, with the majority of its Partners individually acknowledged for their expertise in the highly regarded Chambers UK and Legal 500 directories.The firm is in a period of sustained growth, creating exciting opportunities for ambitious professionals to contribute to and thrive within their progressive environment.

Beyond their legal accolades, the firm has distinguished itself as a leader in employee satisfaction and workplace culture. Based on the most recent Best Companies survey, employee feedback propelled the firm to achieve a coveted accreditation that only a select few UK law firms have earned. This accolade underscores their dedication to fostering a forward-thinking, innovative and supportive environment where talent can flourish.

Whether you are an experienced legal professional or an ambitious early-career practitioner, this firm offers the opportunity to become part of a team that values excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement.This is a firm that not only sets the standard for client success but also prioritises the growth, wellbeing and aspirations of its employees.

The Role

Join this prestigious Banking team, one of the largest and most highly regarded in Yorkshire, and immerse yourself in a dynamic and varied caseload of international debt transactions. These include property finance (both development and investment), project finance, asset-based lending, acquisition finance, wholesale lending and general corporate finance.

Under the leadership of their Legal 500-recognised Head of Banking & Finance, you will collaborate with and learn from some of the sector's brightest legal minds. This supportive and inspiring environment provides unparalleled mentorship and guidance, empowering you to enhance your legal expertise and develop your career further.

This role offers an attractive remuneration package, complemented by exceptional benefits. The firm also prioritises work-life balance through flexible working arrangements and provides transparent, well-defined progression pathways from the outset.

The Ideal Candidate

• A Banking & Finance Solicitor 5-8 PQE
• Can manage a varied caseload with a range of clients and has the ambition and communication skills to further develop client relations
• Actively seeking to take on demanding, complex and engaging work
• Is commercially aware and knowledgeable about the current banking law landscape

What's on offer

• An opportunity to work for one of largest B&F teams in Yorkshire
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality/high-value work
• First-rate career development opportunities
• Highly attractive salary
• Lucrative bonus

Apply now for Immediate consideration or contact Sid Wright on 07441937659 or sid@jmc-legal.com for a confidential chat.