Professional Support Lawyer - Banking & Finance

Are you an experienced Banking & Finance Lawyer looking to step away from the pressures of fee earning?

This successful, down-to-earth Banking & Finance team are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Solicitor to join their leading practice in Manchester as a Professional Support Lawyer.

One of the premier firms operating in the UK, you will benefit from the highest quality work and exceptional benefits, as well as a supportive and balanced culture.

The Firm

This multinational firm has an unparalleled reputation for providing exemplary service across a range of sectors. It has numerous Legal 500 Tier 1 rankings and Chambers & Partners top-ranked departments, as well as countless ranked individuals and rising stars. It is renowned for the legal talent it attracts, which is a testament to the quality of the work undertaken, the ongoing staff development and the working culture.

Despite its size, notable growth and strong profits, staff at the firm report a friendly and warm working environment and a management team who genuinely care for their employees. The firm has won numerous awards in recognition of the outstanding quality of work produced, as well as for successfully cultivating an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Employees should expect exposure to top-quality international and UK clients and to receive support from some of the premier legal talents in the UK.

Culturally, the business has a cutting-edge and innovative feel which is balanced by the friendly and collaborative nature of the office environment.

The Role

Ranked highly in the Legal 500, this an expanding Banking & Finance team that spans the whole of the UK, and you will play a vital role in the team's ongoing development as a Professional Support Lawyer.

You will be an expert in Banking & Finance law who is seeking an opportunity to share your knowledge with clients and team members alike. By creating and delivering structured training sessions, and identifying gaps in legal knowledge, you will play a vital role in ensuring the accuracy and performance of the team.

You will enjoy legal research and actively seek out developments and changes in the field of Banking & Finance law. Utilising innovative and tech-driven methods, you will then ensure that your team are fully briefed and understanding of the current law.

This role is not a fee-earning position and as such you will have far more flexibility in how you go about conducting your work and harnessing your time.

It is an excellent opportunity to become a true expert in your field and contribute tangibly to the knowledge of others and the success of a team as a whole.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has experience in Banking & Finance, either as a PSL or a fee-earning solicitor looking to take on a new challenge.
• Experience communicating complex information, in an easily digestible way
• Enjoy contributing to the learning and development of a team as a whole
• Experience conducting training is a benefit
• Is commercially aware and knowledgeable about the current legal landscape

What's on offer

• An opportunity to work for one of the fastest-growing, Top50 firms in the UK
• Enter a flexible, non-fee-earning role
• Hybrid, flexible working
• First-rate career development opportunities
• Highly competitive salary
• Excellent benefits package

If this exciting opportunity is of interest to you, apply now for immediate consideration.

Alternatively, we have many other roles that may be suitable so please don't hesitate to get in touch to find out about our other opportunities.