Real Estate Finance Solicitor

Manchester City Centre | Real Estate Finance | 5 Years PQE 

Are you an experienced Real Estate Finance Solicitor looking for your next career move within a well-regarded law firm? This is an excellent opportunity to join an established legal team in Manchester city centre, working on a varied caseload of real estate finance matters and supporting clients across a range of property transactions.

Offering the opportunity to handle high-quality work, develop strong client relationships and take ownership of your matters, this position would suit a solicitor looking to build on their existing real estate finance experience within a professional and collaborative environment.

About the Firm

The firm has an established presence in the legal market and is recognised for providing high-quality, commercially focused legal advice to a diverse client base. With a commitment to delivering practical solutions and building long-standing client relationships, it offers an environment where technical expertise, commercial awareness and a client-focused approach are valued.

About the Role
You will advise on a varied caseload of real estate finance transactions, working closely with clients and colleagues to deliver commercially focused legal solutions, with the opportunity to take responsibility for matters from initial instruction through to completion, ensuring transactions progress efficiently while maintaining high standards of client service.
Responsibilities will include:

• Advising on a range of real estate finance transactions, including property investment and finance matters.
• Managing transactions involving secured lending, refinancing and property-backed finance.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating finance and security documentation.
• Advising on the property aspects of lending transactions, including title investigations and associated due diligence.
• Working alongside lenders, borrowers, property investors and other professional advisers to facilitate transactions.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships
• Managing competing priorities and ensuring matters progress in line with agreed deadlines and client expectations.

The Ideal Candidate

• At least 5 years' PQE, with demonstrable experience 
• A strong understanding of property finance transactions, secured lending and refinancing.
• Experience drafting and negotiating relevant finance and security documentation.
• The ability to manage a varied caseload independently
• Strong technical knowledge, commercial awareness and an appreciation of the risks associated with property-backed lending.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the confidence to liaise directly with clients and other stakeholders.
• A proactive, organised approach, with strong attention to detail and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• A collaborative mindset and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

What’s In It For You

• Hybrid / Flexible working arrangements
• The opportunity to join an established legal team in Manchester city centre.
• Exposure to a varied caseload 
• The chance to take ownership of transactions and develop your client relationships.
• A collaborative working environment that values technical expertise and commercial thinking.
• Opportunities for continued professional development and long-term career progression.

Take the next step in your legal career with an employer that values your experience and offers genuine development opportunities. To discuss this role further, please contact Abbie at [phone removed], or via email at [email removed]. We look forward to helping you find your ideal position.