Senior Banking and Finance Lawyer

3 days ago


Leeds, Leeds, United Kingdom Irwin Mitchell Full time

Exciting Opportunity in Banking and Finance Law

Irwin Mitchell's Banking and Finance Team, based in the UK, is renowned for its expertise in banking and debt finance transactions. Led by Paddy Sturman in Leeds, the team advises a diverse range of clients on real estate finance, leveraged finance, and corporate banking transactions.

The team has an impressive client base, including major banks such as HSBC UK Bank plc, National Westminster Bank plc, Lloyds Banking Group, and Santander UK plc. They also work with various high-profile real estate development businesses and corporates, providing comprehensive legal services to meet their complex needs.

Recent notable transactions include:

  • Advising HSBC on a £60 million refinancing of a large care home group
  • Assisting Lloyds and Santander on a syndicated £135 million financing to a well-known northern housebuilder
  • Providing counsel to Gravity Fitness on a complex fund financing
  • Supporting ICG on a £65 million syndicated senior loan to an aparthotel business
  • Counselling Nordeutsche Landesbank on a £29 million syndicated financing of a shopping centre
  • Working with ThinCats on multiple leveraged facilities for various purposes
  • Maintaining regular collaborations with HSBC, Santander, and Lloyds on corporate banking and real estate finance matters

About You

We're Seeking an Experienced Banking and Finance Lawyer

  • A proven track record in banking and finance law, with comfort dealing with complex matters
  • A clear enthusiasm for this area of law and a commitment to securing excellent outcomes for clients
  • The confidence to hit the ground running
  • A passion for delivering exceptional client care and providing a high-quality service at all times
  • We welcome applications from those interested in working in Leeds or Manchester, with opportunities to develop their own client base in both cities

We value pioneering thinking, approachability, tenacity, efficiency, and integrity. If you share these values, we'd be delighted to hear from you.

Why Join Our Team?

  • Flexible working options, allowing you to balance work and personal life
  • 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase additional leave
  • Generous pension schemes, tailored to suit your needs
  • Two volunteering days per year, dedicated to supporting a cause of your choice (fully paid)
  • Access to Westfield Health membership and Aviva Digital GP services


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