Solicitor​/Associate - Banking & Finance PQE

Solicitor / Associate - Banking & Finance - Cheltenham - 1-4 Years' PQE

Location:
Cheltenham

Type of Role:
Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £55,000 to £70,000 (dependent on experience)

A leading national law firm is seeking a Solicitor or Associate to join its growing Banking & Finance team in Cheltenham. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a highly regarded practice advising lenders, corporates and sponsors on a wide range of financing transactions, including leveraged finance, real estate finance, project finance and asset based lending.

The team is known for its collaborative approach, strong technical capability and commitment to delivering innovative funding solutions tailored to client needs.

You will work closely with colleagues and clients across a broad spectrum of banking and finance matters.

Responsibilities include:

• Advising on a range of banking and finance issues
• Developing and maintaining strong technical knowledge within the sector
• Collaborating with colleagues to share expertise and support team development
• Building internal referral networks and contributing to business development initiatives
• Managing client relationships and delivering high quality, commercially focused advice

You will need:

• 1-4 years' PQE (or more)
• A solid grounding in banking and finance law
• Experience in leveraged finance and real estate finance (desirable)
• Excellent drafting skills and strong technical ability
• Ability to work collaboratively and build strong client relationships
• Strong commercial awareness
• A proactive, ambitious and organised approach
• Excellent attention to detail and strong teamwork skills

The firm offers an excellent benefits package, including:

• Private medical insurance
• Sight test and glasses discounts
• Scottish Widows pension scheme
• 28 days' annual leave plus public holidays
• Bonus scheme
• Electric vehicle scheme
• International secondments (0-5 PQE)
• Perks at Work benefits portal
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Life assurance
• One third gym membership contribution
• Flu vaccinations

The firm is known for its supportive, energetic and ambitious culture. Lawyers enjoy:

• High quality, interesting work across a diverse client base
• Early responsibility and genuine opportunities to make an impact
• A collaborative, people focused environment with a strong sense of community
• Clear career progression pathways aligned with the firm's continued growth
• A flexible, entrepreneurial approach to delivering legal services

The firm is committed to diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities, celebrating individuality and fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive.

If this opportunity sounds of interest and you're ready to take the next step in your Banking & Finance career, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email:
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At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.