Legal Counsel – Leeds

The Legal Counsel Banking provides legal advice on bridge lending, secured finance transactions, and related agreements. They draft, review, and negotiate facility agreements, security documents, guarantees, and ancillary finance documentation from instruction to completion, including funding and drawdown arrangements. They advise on transaction structuring, legal risk management, and liaising with internal teams, clients, and external advisers. The role involves managing complex legal matters, developing lending documentation and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders. The candidate should have a minimum of 4 years PQE in banking and finance, with experience in drafting and managing finance transactions. Organisational skills, commercial acumen, and the ability to balance legal and regulatory considerations are essential in this fast-paced environment.