Solicitor - Real Estate Finance

Job Description

Senior Associate – Real Estate Finance (Bridging Finance) | Manchester | £70,000 – £100,000

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Are you a senior real estate finance solicitor with a strong grounding in bridging finance?

Are you looking to take on a highly visible role within a thriving Manchester‑based practice?

If you are seeking autonomy, high‑quality instructions and genuine backing to grow your profile and client base, this role offers the platform to do exactly that.

The Firm

Our client is a well‑established and respected Manchester law firm with a strong reputation in real estate finance. The practice is known for its close relationships with lenders, brokers and property professionals and for delivering commercially focused advice in a fast‑paced, transaction‑led environment.

About the Role

The firm is looking to appoint a Senior Associate to play a key role within its real estate finance practice, with a clear emphasis on bridging finance.

The work is predominantly bridging lending, acting for lenders and borrowers on secured lending matters, with a smaller element of commercial property finance, including buy‑to‑let. This is a senior, outward‑facing position with a clear expectation of involvement in business development.

Key Responsibilities

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• Advising lenders and borrowers on bridging finance transactions

Drafting, negotiating and completing facility agreements and security documents

Managing transactions from instruction through to completion with minimal supervision

Developing and maintaining strong relationships with lenders, brokers and introducers

Supporting and mentoring junior solicitors where appropriate

Actively contributing to business development, marketing activity and the growth of the practice

Skills & Experience

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• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Operating at Senior Associate level within a law firm

Strong experience in real estate finance, with particular expertise in bridging finance

Confident handling high‑value, fast‑paced secured lending transactions

Commercial mindset with a demonstrable interest in business development

Existing client following or referrer network highly advantageous

Experience billing at, or close to, three times salary

Package

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• Competitive salary in the region of £70,000 – £100,000, depending on experience and following

High‑quality, repeat instructions from established lender clients

Genuine opportunity to grow visibility and seniority within a Manchester‑based practice

Supportive, entrepreneurial culture offering real autonomy at senior level

Why Apply

This role provides the chance to establish yourself as a trusted senior real estate finance solicitor within a firm that values relationships, rewards contribution and supports growth. You will enjoy access to quality work, senior‑level responsibility and the opportunity to shape the future direction of a successful bridging finance practice. xwzovoh

For senior associates specialising in bridging finance who want influence, progression and a platform to build, this is a compelling next move.