Banking/Corporate/Real Estate Support Solicitor Location: Manchester City Centre (hybrid working) Salary: £60,000 to £78,000 (depending on experience) Experience: 2 to 4 years PQE (Banking) This is a brilliant opportunity for a Banking Solicitor (2 to 4 PQE) to join a highly regarded, UK200-listed commercial law firm in Manchester city centre. The role sits within a busy Banking and Real Estate Finance function, supporting colleagues across banking, corporate and real estate teams. You will work on a varied mix of lender and borrower matters, with exposure to bespoke facility documentation and the chance to develop strong technical skills in a collaborative, fast‑paced environment. What You’ll Be Doing

Drafting, reviewing and negotiating banking documentation and bespoke facility agreements Working with Loan Market Association (LMA) style documentation, including facility agreements and related security documentation Supporting senior lawyers on transactions, including managing conditions precedent, coordinating signing and completion, and maintaining clear transaction checklists Liaising with clients, counterparties and external advisers to progress matters efficiently Working closely with colleagues across banking, corporate and real estate to deliver joined‑up advice Managing your workload effectively, prioritising competing deadlines and keeping stakeholders updated Maintaining high standards of accuracy, file management and time recording

What We’re Looking For Essential

Qualified Solicitor with 2 to 4 years’ PQE and a background in banking / real estate finance Experience drafting and reviewing banking documentation and bespoke facilities documents Familiarity with LMA style documentation Strong organisation skills and attention to detail Clear communication skills and a collaborative approach

Desirable

Exposure to security documentation (for example debentures, guarantees, legal charges and ancillary documents) Experience supporting transactions involving real estate, corporate structures or development funding Comfortable working directly with clients and building long‑term relationships

What’s On Offer

Hybrid working policy with flexible arrangements 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays Option to buy up to 5 additional days’ annual leave (salary sacrifice) Employer pension contribution of 4% Death in service cover (3x annual salary) Birthday holiday (paid day off, taken within two weeks of your birthday) Employee Assistance Programme (24/7 confidential support for you and household dependents aged 16+) Employee healthcare cash plan (salary sacrifice option) Cycle2Work scheme In‑depth induction plan and structured training workshops

About Our Client Our client is a leading commercial law firm based in Manchester city centre, advising businesses and individuals across the North West and nationally. The firm is known for being commercial, connected and collaborative, with a strong focus on clear communication and long‑term client relationships. Location & Working Arrangements

Manchester City Centre Full‑time, permanent role Hybrid working supported

Next Steps Apply online or send your CV to lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com or call 0333 996 2882 for more information. All applications will be handled in strict confidence. #J-18808-Ljbffr