Job Title: Banking & Finance Senior/Managing Associate
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We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us, and let’s shape the future together.
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The role in 60 seconds
* Role: Senior or Managing Associate – Banking & Finance
* Team: Corporate
* Location: Hybrid working from Bristol, Southampton or Exeter
* Working Pattern: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible
* Why this role matters: This is a fantastic opportunity to work in our Banking & Finance team to develop your experience, and further your career in an ambitious, collaborative and supportive setting
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What you’ll do
* Central to the continued success of the team, developing your own client relationships and driving business development initiatives
* Lead on both borrower and lender side transactions, working with the team from the beginning (including structuring and quoting) through to the completion of a deal
* Benefit from exposure to a wide range of work, including acquisition finance, real estate finance, clearing bank panel transactions, supporting our corporate team with MBOs and private equity transactions and supporting our R&I team on restructurings – a wide variety of interesting deals, often with sector alignment
* Have excellent opportunities for client contact, good quality work, and the opportunity to develop more junior lawyers and trainees in your work
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What we’re looking for
* As a qualified and experienced Banking lawyer (5 years PQE+), you’ll be accustomed to working under pressure to meet challenging deadlines
* You will be highly motivated and solution-focussed in order to deliver the best service to your clients
* You will be keen to take on responsibilities for driving client relationships forward to build strong professional connections with our Banking clients, and gain the insights and expertise needed to offer hands on, practical advice to them on an ongoing basis; we will provide you with every opportunity to do this within a supportive team environment
* You’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.
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Join a seriously ambitious firm
At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:
* An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
* A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
* A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
* A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
* Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.
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Progressive benefits tailored to you
We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:
* Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
* Employee sabbaticals.
* Enhanced parental leave policies.
* Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
* An open, flexible working environment.
* For a full list of our competitive benefits package, please click here.
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Ready to apply?
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* Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you.
* Our team will review your application and be in touch, whatever the outcome.
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* With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews, our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
* We’re here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments, we’re more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview, we’ll contact you to discuss the themes we’ll cover and answer any questions you might have.
* If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know.
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