Real Estate Finance Senior Associate

Real Estate Finance Senior Associate | 7+ Years PQE | Manchester

Real estate finance here is not a side offering. It is a serious, lender-focused practice within one of Manchester's most established full-service commercial firms, led by a partner with nearly 25 years in the market and a team that has real depth beneath them. The work spans mainstream banks, challenger banks, building societies, specialist and bridging lenders, and insolvency office holders. If there is a property financing structure you have not yet seen, you will probably find it here.

The firm is looking for a senior lawyer who can step into a leadership role, driving transactions from inception to completion, managing client relationships directly, and helping the team to keep growing. You will have the autonomy to run complex deals, the support of a tight-knit group around you, and the chance to shape the practice rather than just feed it.

The work
You will lead real estate finance transactions, drafting and negotiating facility agreements, intercreditor arrangements, and security packages. You will act for lenders on complex property financing, and you will be the person clients call when a deal needs commercial judgement as much as technical precision. The caseload is varied, and the team's client base means you will see everything from mainstream secured lending to more specialist, short-term, and restructuring-led mandates.

You will also supervise and mentor the junior lawyers in the team, associates, NQs, and paralegals, sharing your knowledge and helping to build the next layer of expertise. Business development sits alongside the day-to-day, supported by a firm that values long-term client relationships and gives you the platform to build your own profile.

About you
You are a qualified solicitor with at least seven years in real estate finance or commercial property, and you know how to lead a transaction from term sheet to completion. You have strong technical knowledge, a commercial mindset, and a genuine interest in developing others. You are proactive, you take ownership, and you understand that great client service is built on trust and clear communication. You are ready for a role where your leadership and strategic thinking will be valued, and where you can see the impact of what you do.

Why this role
This is a senior appointment in a team that is already well-regarded, well-resourced, and well-led. You will work within a firm that has deep roots in the North West, a broad full-service platform, and a culture that is collaborative, commercially sharp, and refreshingly down-to-earth. The package is competitive, the working environment is flexible, and the opportunity to make your mark is real.

Apply now for a confidential conversation.