Job Description

Overview
Penningtons Manches Cooper is a leading UK and international law firm which provides high quality legal advice tailored to both businesses and individuals. We address the specific objectives of each client through our flair and technical expertise and offer a personal service founded on a strong team ethic.
With 130 partners and over 880 people in total, today, we have UK offices in the and while our overseas network stretches from Asia to Europe through our presence in , , and .
Our continuing commitment to excellence is backed by a track record which dates back nearly 300 years. We pay great attention to matching your requirements with the right skills, delivered cost effectively and within the appropriate timescale.
Among our clients we count multi-national corporations, public companies, professional partnerships, banks and financial institutions as well as private individuals, owner managed businesses and start-ups. We are conscious that our culture and close working relationships are vital assets and we are determined to maintain these as we increase in size.
Our broad international focus is supported by well-established links with law firms throughout the world. Penningtons Manches Cooper is a member of and the , networks with representatives in over 100 countries, and many of our lawyers play leading roles in various international bodies.
Responsibilities
The Banking and Finance team advises on a broad spectrum of funding arrangements - from day to day banking and finance transactions to complex, cross-border international trade and investment projects and this role will support those members of the team who are based in our Reading, Birmingham and London offices. The team's clients include high profile financial institutions, overseas lenders, private banks and private investors. In addition to acting for our own lending clients, we are often called upon to assist other teams within the firm (e.g. corporate and property teams) in the financing aspects of their transactions.
You will enjoy a challenging and varied caseload. The team is assisted by outstanding knowledge lawyers and dedicated support staff.
We are looking to hire an NQ-3 pqe associate into our London, Birmingham or Reading office

• Assisting the lead partner with the management of banking and finance transactions.
• Drafting, review and negotiation of banking documentation.
• Managing client deadlines and transaction delivery.
• Legal and sector knowledge development.
• Working closely with other teams to ensure that larger projects are delivered within the timeframes and budgets agreed
• Business development

Essential & Desirable Criteria

• Exceptional attention to detail
• Real estate finance experience
• Outstanding academic credentials.
• Good organisational and drafting skills
• Evidence of a keen interest in the practice area
• Strong commercial and business acumen
• Some property experience is desirable.

At our firm, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a priority and at the heart of everything we do. We actively want to attract a diverse workforce and welcome applications from everyone, from all backgrounds. We are committed to promoting an inclusive culture where everyone can be their full selves and experience being seen and heard. You can find out more about our firm's commitment, initiatives and Pennclusion committees .
We ensure that there are equal opportunities and treatment for all job applicants and employees, at all stages of the recruitment process and employment, regardless of age, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, disability, race (including colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin), religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression and social background. We aim to provide adjustments for people who have a disability, long-term health condition (including mental health) or neurodiversity. If you would like to request an adjustment, please contact
AGENCY NOTE: Please note that Penningtons Manches Cooper only work with selected recruitment agencies who have signed our formal terms of business. Unsolicited CVs or introductions from agencies without an agreement in place will not be accepted and will be disregarded. Thank you for your understanding.
Agencies wishing to discuss potential terms of business may contact our Resourcing Team at . Please note that contacting us does not guarantee engagement.

Skills Required