Associate - Banking & Finance - Cardiff - 2 PQE +

Associate - Banking & Finance - Cardiff - 2 PQE +
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid and Flexible Working Options Available)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £70,000 (depending on experience)

A respected national law firm is seeking an Associate to join its highly regarded Banking & Finance team in Cardiff. This is an excellent opportunity to work with major UK banks and alternative lenders, contribute to complex funding transactions, and develop your expertise within a collaborative, high performing environment.

The Role
You'll be involved in a broad range of banking and finance matters, working closely with both lender and borrower clients. Key responsibilities include:

• Acting for major UK banks including Lloyds, RBS, HSBC and Santander
• Advising alternative debt providers such as ThinCats, OakNorth and Beechbrook Capital
• Supporting corporate and property teams on multi disciplinary funding transactions
• Advising clients on banking contracts and arrangements
• Handling acquisition finance, property finance, asset based lending, restructuring and refinancing matters
• Preparing and negotiating facility agreements and related documentation
• Leading or supporting transactions from start to completion
• Attending client meetings and coordinating with overseas counsel where required
• Ensuring high quality drafting, negotiation and commercial advice

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a motivated and commercially minded lawyer with:

• Experience in banking and finance law (PQE level open)
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent attention to detail and commercial awareness
• Ability to manage transactions independently and as part of a wider team
• A proactive, organised and collaborative approach
• Genuine interest in financial markets and sector developments

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• A supportive and collaborative team culture
• High quality work with major financial institutions
• Clear career development pathways
• Competitive salary and benefits package

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*