Banking & Finance Senior Associate

Banking and Finance Senior Associate | Top 50 International Firm | 5+ PQE

Are you a Banking and Finance Solicitor with 5+ years PQE looking to join a heavy hitting international firm based in central Birmingham. This is a rare opportunity to join a highly respected Top 50 international law firm known for its strong sector focus, high quality work and genuinely balanced culture.

The Firm

Founded in London over 300 years ago, this firm has grown into a well established international practice with offices across the UK, the Middle East and Asia. It is widely recognised for its market leading work across real estate, disputes, education, energy, healthcare, leisure, finance and large scale projects.

The firm has particular strength in its real estate led transactional work and related finance offering, with its core practices consistently ranked in the Legal 500. Many of the partners are recognised as Hall of Fame and Next Generation lawyers, demonstrating the long term career opportunities available to those joining the platform.

Culturally, the firm offers the quality and complexity of a City practice combined with a more collaborative and flexible working environment. For lawyers seeking international calibre work without the intensity of traditional City targets, this firm provides a genuinely attractive alternative.

The Role

You will join a Legal 500 ranked Banking and Finance team, working closely with a highly regarded and well established partner in the Birmingham market.

The team advises on a broad range of banking and finance matters including corporate lending, real estate finance, syndicated and bilateral facilities, hedging arrangements and wider structured finance work. Given the firm's strong real estate client base, the Birmingham team has a particular focus on real estate related finance transactions. Prior experience in this area would be beneficial but is not essential.

You will work alongside a respected partner who is deeply embedded in the local market, offering excellent mentorship and support. The team is at an exciting stage of growth, creating clear progression opportunities for lawyers who may feel limited by top heavy team structures elsewhere.

About You

• You will be a qualified solicitor with 5+ years PQE in banking and finance
• You will have strong technical ability and confidence managing a varied caseload
• You will be commercially minded with an interest in client development
• You will be collaborative and enjoy working as part of a growing team

What is on Offer

• The opportunity to join a Top 50 international firm working on high quality banking and finance matters
• Excellent training, mentoring and long term career progression
• Exposure to complex and high value transactions
• Hybrid working with a strong emphasis on work life balance
• Competitive salary, bonus structure and comprehensive benefits package

This is an excellent opportunity for a Banking and Finance Senior Associate to join a respected international firm at an exciting stage of growth in Birmingham.

Apply now for immediate consideration or get in touch for a confidential discussion.