Banking and Finance Partner

Job title:

Banking and Finance Partner

Company

JMC Legal Recruitment

Job description

Are you a senior Corporate M&A Lawyer with extensive Banking & Finance experience looking to specialise? Or an ambitious Banking & Finance Solicitor eager to establish and develop a growing practice within a highly regarded firm?This prestigious Top 200 regional law firm in Kent is seeking a Banking & Finance Partner to enhance and expand its award-winning team. Known for attracting ex-City lawyers, the firm offers a dynamic and ambitious environment where high-quality work meets outstanding work-life balance. With Legal 500 and Chambers UK rankings, a stellar reputation, and a strong flow of transactional work, this is an excellent opportunity to step into a leading role and build something significant.The firm’s ranked Banking & Finance team delivers expert guidance to both borrowers and lenders across a broad spectrum of transactions. From unsecured SME borrowing to acquisition and real estate finance deals exceeding £25m, the team has a proven track record of handling transactions of varying sizes and complexity.Working closely with Real Estate Finance colleagues, as well as key partners such as banks, alternative SME finance providers, corporate financiers, and accountants, the team takes a practical, commercial approach to deliver tailored, high-quality advice.The firm’s strong lender panel relationships provide unique insight into market trends and commercial challenges, allowing the team to act swiftly and strategically in structuring deals. Additionally, close ties with law firms in foreign jurisdictions ensure seamless support for cross-border finance transactions.Why Join?

• City-Quality Work Without the City Lifestyle – The firm attracts top-tier clients and high-value transactions while offering a better work-life balance.
• Established Banking & Finance Platform – A recognised team with an existing flow of high-quality work.
• Legal 500 & Chambers-Ranked Excellence – Be part of a team recognised for its expertise and client service.
• Collaborative & Entrepreneurial Culture – Join a firm that encourages innovation and business development, with full support to grow your practice.
• No Following Required – While contacts are welcome, a client following is not essential. The firm is seeking a lawyer with the expertise and ambition to develop the practice further.

The Role:This role offers a fantastic opportunity to advise on a wide range of banking and finance matters, including: Acquisition finance, Asset finance/ABL, Secured lending and debt restructuring and refinancing.With strong support from the firm’s Corporate and Real Estate Finance teams, you will have the opportunity to grow and develop a high-performing practice while leveraging the firm’s existing lender relationships and extensive market reach.Requirements:We are looking for a commercially minded and ambitious Banking & Finance Partner who is eager to take on a leadership role. The ideal candidate will have:

• A background in Corporate M&A with extensive Banking & Finance experience OR existing specialisation in Banking & Finance.
• Strong experience advising lenders, borrowers, and institutions on complex finance transactions.
• A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset, with a drive to develop client relationships and grow the practice.
• Excellent technical expertise and the ability to handle a broad range of finance matters.
• The ambition to be part of a leading firm that values high-calibre work and professional growth.

This is a rare opportunity to join a firm that offers top-tier clients, high-value transactions, and a strong reputation-all within a flexible, forward-thinking, and rewarding environment.Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.CompanyJMC Legal Recruitment was founded by highly experienced Legal Recruitment Consultant, Jason Connolly. His motivation to establish JMC was to create a refreshingly friendly agency with a truly consultative approach and who are always a pleasure to deal with.We’re a dynamic business with our sights set high and a growing client base spanning the country. We believe that in any business the most valuable assets are the people – and it’s true of JMC, too. Whether dealing with candidates or firms, our consultants’ passion for legal recruitment and excellent market knowledge always shines through. Our state of the art software means our consultants are more accessible to you and we keep ahead of the curve in the changing legal landscape to ensure you are always given up to date advice.What can you expect from us? We will always manage your expectations and come back to you with updates as soon as they become available. We pride ourselves on the highest level of integrity, as we understand that when looking for a new role or member of staff it is often highly confidential. You will find that we always take the time to really listen and understand before we advise. We will get to know you, taking into account not just technical ability, but personality and cultural fit. We’re also easy to get hold of; we appreciate that when looking for a new role it can be difficult to talk during the working day, so we will make ourselves available and find a time that works for you. Give us a call and talk to one of our friendly team today. We’re waiting to help you.Share this jobApply for Banking and Finance PartnerAlready uploaded your CV? to apply instantlyFields marked with an asterisk (*) are requiredFirst name requiredLast name requiredWhat is your email address? requiredYour CV requiredYour file must be a .doc, .pdf, .docx, or .rtf. No larger than 1MBDrag and dropChoose a fileSelected file: Remove fileAdd a cover message requiredEmail me similar jobs when they become available Your communication preferencesI’d like to receive emails about jobs and services from The Lawyer JobsI’d like to receive emails from third partiesWhen you apply for a job we will send your application to the named employer, who may contact you. By applying for a job listed on The Lawyer Jobs you agree to our and . You should never be required to provide bank account details. If you are, please . All emails will contain a link in the footer to enable you to unsubscribe at any time.Send applicationSave jobClick to add the job to your shortlistYou need to or to save a job.Get job alertsCreate a job alert and receive personalised job recommendations straight to your inbox.© 2011 – 2025 Centaur Media Plc. Powered by Madgex Job Board TechnologyTheLawyer.com Limited
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Expected salary

£140000 – 160000 per year

Location

Kent

Job date

Tue, 08 Apr 2025 22:43:42 GMT

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