Banking & Finance Newly Qualified Solicitor

7 days ago

London Area, United Kingdom Oculus Legal Group Full time

Banking Solicitor (NQ) – Elite US Firm, LondonLocation: London (Office-based with flexible working in line with team needs)Salary: $225,000 (Cravath scale)The RoleWe are delighted to be partnering with the London office of a prestigious Wall Street law firm to recruit a newly qualified Banking Solicitor to join their highly regarded and expanding Banking & Finance team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work alongside leading partners and associates on high-profile, cross-border transactions for major financial institutions, funds, and corporate clients.The FirmOur client is one of the most respected New York law firms, recognised for its market-leading work across banking, leveraged finance and capital markets The London office is a key hub for the firm’s global finance practice and is known for its sophisticated, high-intensity deal environment and the highest standards of legal excellence. The firm offers extensive training, close partner contact, first-rate resources, and the opportunity to work on complex, headline-making matters.Key responsibilities include:Assisting with a wide range of domestic and cross-border financing transactions, including leveraged finance, acquisition finance, syndicated lending, and general corporate lending.Acting predominantly for lender-side clients (major banks, investment banks, and credit funds).Drafting and negotiating loan agreements, security documents, and ancillary financing documentation.Managing workstreams, conditions precedent checklists, and transaction closings.Supporting senior lawyers on larger and complex financing structures.Coordinating with colleagues across global offices and other practice groups.Ensuring effective matter management, time recording, and client communication.This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious NQ solicitor seeking exposure to high-end transactional banking work within one of the most respected finance teams in the world.Key RequirementsEngland & Wales or Commonwealth qualified solicitor with a seat in Banking & Finance.Experience in lender-side transactions is highly desirable; borrower-side experience will also be considered.Training with a reputable City, international, or top-tier firm.Strong technical grounding in financing documentation and principles.Exceptional drafting, analytical, and communication skills.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-performing team with demanding transactional timelines.Commercial awareness, attention to detail, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.Why Apply?Join the London office of an elite Wall Street firm with a market-leading global Banking & Finance practice.Work on high-profile, complex, cross-border transactions with blue-chip lender clients.Direct exposure to partners and senior lawyers, with unparalleled training and career development.Top-of-market US salary and comprehensive benefits package.Exceptional long-term career prospects within a world-class finance platform.To ApplyFor a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to apply, please contact:📩 Rory HancockEmail: rory.hancock@oculuslegalgroup.com

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