Banking & Finance Associate / Senior Associate - Exeter

Banking & Finance Associate / Senior Associate - Exeter
Flexible & Hybrid Working

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Banking & Finance Associate or Senior Associate to join the Exeter office of a leading UK Top 100 law firm. Renowned for its strength across the financial, corporate and real estate sectors, the firm is consistently recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers and continues to invest heavily in the growth of its Banking & Finance practice. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and ambitious team advising on high-quality transactions for an impressive client base.

The team handles a broad mix of banking and finance work, acting for both lenders and borrowers across a wide range of transactions, including:

• Acquisition finance
• Real estate finance
• Corporate lending and funding arrangements
• Private equity-backed transactions
• Management buyouts
• Refinancing and restructuring matters
• Clearing bank panel work
• Complex finance transactions from initial structuring through to completion

Alongside managing transactions, you will work closely with clients and intermediaries, developing strong commercial relationships and gaining valuable exposure to business development initiatives and wider growth opportunities within the practice.

Candidate Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:

• 4+ years' PQE in Banking & Finance
• Experience advising on a range of lending and finance transactions
• Strong technical and drafting abilities
• Excellent commercial awareness and client management skills
• Confidence running matters and taking ownership of client relationships
• A proactive approach to networking and business development
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative working style

This opportunity would suit an ambitious Banking & Finance lawyer looking to develop their career within a highly respected national team while enjoying greater responsibility and client exposure.

Why Join?

• Opportunity to join a growing and well-regarded Banking & Finance practice
• High-quality work acting for lenders, borrowers and corporate clients
• Strong pipeline of regional and national transactions
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Genuine opportunities for progression and career development
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Excellent training and development support
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

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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.*