Banking & Finance NQ

We are excited to present a fantastic opportunity for an NQ to join our client's dynamic and rapidly expanding independent Banking and Finance team. This team handles a broad range of work, including development and real estate finance, structured finance, bridging loans, and asset-based lending.

As an NQ in this team, you can expect to work under the supervision of a team of experienced lawyers and take on the following responsibilities:

• Independently managing your own caseload and liaising with clients from day one.
• Assisting partners and legal directors on high-value matters.
• Developing your business development skills, building your own contacts and client base.

Here's what our clients have to say about our client's banking team:

• "Provides specific and well-thought-out advice that adds real value to transactions."
• "They have a great work ethic and a proven ability to deliver within tight timescales, while taking a practical and commercial approach."
• "Provides a first-class, personal, professional, and practical service."

We are looking for a candidate who will thrive in a dynamic and engaging environment like our client's organisation. The qualities and skills required to succeed in this role include:

• Experience in real estate finance/secured lending or previous experience within a real estate team is preferred (but not essential).
• Experience in a corporate or corporate recovery training seat.
• A genuine interest and passion for banking work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and thoroughness in all aspects of work.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.
• Strong organisational and analytical skills, with a logical approach to problem-solving.
• Reliable, responsible, and self-motivated, with a strong sense of initiative.
• The ability to build strong working relationships with colleagues and clients.

In addition to the role's many benefits and exciting responsibilities, there are also fantastic perks of working with our client:

• 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, with the option to purchase or sell holiday.
• Medical Cash Plan and rewards scheme.
• Volunteer days and generous 'family-friendly leave'.
• A wide range of wellness benefits and mental health programmes.
• Additional benefits such as reduced travel/parking charges and cycle to work schemes.

Our client's award-winning Banking and Finance team is one of the strongest and fastest-growing in the UK. They facilitate loans worth over £1 billion each year, acting on both the lender and borrower sides of transactions. With their extensive experience, they handle facilities ranging up to £50,000,000, often dealing with complex and multi-jurisdictional structures.

If you are motivated, a team player, commercially minded, and able to work autonomously and collaboratively, this is your chance to join an exceptional organisation.

The role is based in Leeds, with the option to work from home 2-3 days per week.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity. Apply today to be part of our client's fantastic Banking and Finance team.

LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.