We are working with a global 100 firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice rooted in a deep understanding of the sectors in which they operate. The firm regularly appears in Tier 1 of the Legal 500 for its work in a multitude of sectors.
Role and Responsibilities 
* You will be expected to advise a broad range of well-established UK and international banks, private equity sponsors, corporates, international banks, and technology start-ups.
* Although the role is located in Manchester, the team extends across Manchester and London; allowing you the opportunity to work on a diverse range of high-quality projects across both cities.
* The team specialises in growth finance and venture debt, representing venture debt providers.
* You will be expected to take an active role in business development within both your team and the wider firm.
You
* At least 6 years’ previous qualified experience in Banking in a large commercial or in-house legal team.
* Experience of real estate finance (investment and development), corporate financing and leveraged finance transactions.
* Be able to lead teams of junior lawyers and paralegals and provide supervision across the national team.
* Demonstrate exceptional technical knowledge and the ability to work collaboratively with those in your team.
* Demonstrate interest in technology finance, growth finance and innovation.
* Demonstrate astute commerciality and a can-do attitude throughout your work and the firm’s business development.