Role- Audit Senior

Location: Manchester City Centre
Salary: up to £45k (DOE)
Position- Full time with hybrid working

About the Opportunity

Are you a newly qualified or qualified Audit Senior ready to take the next step in your audit career? Our client, a well-established and highly respected chartered accountancy firm in Manchester city centre, is looking for an ambitious Audit Senior to join their growing team.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients across multiple sectors, taking ownership of audit delivery whilst developing your leadership and technical skills in a supportive environment.

The Role

As an Audit Senior, you'll play a pivotal role in the hands-on delivery of audit assignments and the supervision of audit teams. Initially reporting to an experienced Audit Manager, you'll have a clear progression pathway to working directly with the Audit Partner as you develop within the role.

You'll be responsible for:

• Leading and delivering audit engagements from planning through to completion
• Supervising and mentoring junior members of the audit team
• Reviewing work completed by team members to ensure quality and compliance
• Building strong relationships with clients and acting as a key point of contact
• Identifying opportunities to add value and improve audit processes
• Ensuring all audit work meets regulatory standards and firm quality requirements

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• ACA or ACCA qualified (newly qualified or qualified within the last 1-2 years)
• Strong technical audit knowledge and understanding of accounting standards
• Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Team player with a proactive, solutions-focused approach

Desirable:

• Previous experience supervising or managing an audit team
• Experience reviewing junior staff work and providing constructive feedback
• Exposure to a variety of clients across different sectors

What's On Offer

• Clear progression pathway to Audit Manager and beyond
• Direct exposure to partners and senior leadership
• Competitive market salary.
• Hybrid working with flex-time available as well
• Varied client portfolio offering excellent technical development
• Supportive team environment with ongoing training and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Why Join?

Our client is an award-winning, ICAEW-regulated firm with decades of experience and a reputation for delivering trusted, expert advice. They invest heavily in their people, creating a dynamic culture where talent is nurtured and career development is a priority.

This is more than just an audit role—it's an opportunity to build your career with a firm that values expertise, integrity, and ambition.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an ambitious, qualified accountant looking for a role where you can develop your leadership skills and progress your audit career, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Title: Senior Accountant – Practice
Location: Bolton (Greater Manchester)
Salary: £35,000-45,000 DEO
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

Are you an experienced accountant ready to take the next step in your career? We're working with a highly respected and forward-thinking accountancy practice in the Bury area that is looking to add a Senior Accountant to their growing team.

This is more than a compliance role. You'll be a trusted advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients, supporting both their routine accounting needs and wider business goals.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll support the portfolio management team and work closely with business owners across multiple sectors, providing both compliance and advisory services:

Compliance:

• Prepare and review accounts and initial tax computations for sole traders, partnerships, limited companies, and individuals

• Ensure timely HMRC and Companies House submissions

• Keep up to date with UK accounting standards and tax legislation

Advisory:

• Provide value-added advisory services including tax planning, asset protection, and business restructuring

• Deliver proactive advice around software, systems, and business operations

• Act as the main point of contact for client queries, offering trusted guidance

• Identify tax efficiency opportunities and support strategic financial decisions

General:

• Collaborate across departments to deliver a seamless client experience

• Mentor and support junior team members

• Attend networking events and support business development

• Help improve internal systems and processes to drive efficiency

What We’re Looking For

• ACA or ACCA qualified (or equivalent)

• Minimum 10 years of experience within a UK accountancy practice

• Strong knowledge of UK tax and accounting legislation

• Demonstrable advisory experience, particularly with owner-managed businesses

• Excellent communication skills and client relationship management

• Able to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Office, accounting/tax software proficiency)

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary- £35,000-£45,000 DOE

• Comprehensive benefits package including pension, health cover, and more

• Company car scheme

• Opportunities for career advancement and continued CPD

• Supportive and collaborative team culture

• Flexible/hybrid working arrangements

Apply Now

If you're a Senior Accountant looking for a new challenge where your skills and insight are genuinely valued, we’d love to hear from you.

 Apply with your CV today or contact Jake at j.harris@h-fts.com for a confidential conversation.

Job Title: Bookkeeper – Accountancy Practice

Location: Bolton
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent

We’re not just offering a job – we’re offering a career transformation. Join a forward-thinking accountancy practice that truly values your expertise, invests in your development, and creates an environment where you can grow and thrive.

Why This Role is Different

• Cutting-Edge Technology: Use the latest accounting tools including Xero, QuickBooks, and Sage

• Ongoing Professional Development: Access continuous learning opportunities and qualification support

• Career Progression: Defined pathways to advance your career within the practice

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Bookkeeper, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting the financial operations of a diverse client portfolio. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing full-cycle bookkeeping for a portfolio of clients

• Preparing accurate financial records and statements

• Completing VAT returns with precision

• Performing bank and account reconciliations

• Liaising with clients and internal teams to ensure seamless financial processes

• Maintaining compliance with UK accounting regulations

What We’re Looking For

Experience & Expertise:

• 2+ years’ bookkeeping experience within an accountancy practice

• Strong understanding of UK accounting principles and VAT regulations

• Proficiency in Xero, QuickBooks, and/or Sage

• Comfortable managing multiple client accounts independently

Personal Attributes:

• Detail-oriented with a passion for financial accuracy

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Collaborative, proactive, and professional approach

Qualifications:

• AAT-qualified or equivalent preferred

• Competent in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

• A proven track record of maintaining accurate and timely financial records

What’s In It For You?

• Competitive salary up to £30,000 per annum

• Performance-linked bonus scheme

• Professional development budget and qualification support

• Supportive and inclusive work culture

• Clear career progression opportunities

• Hybrid working options available

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're a Bookkeeping professional looking for a role where your skills are recognised and your career can flourish, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now with your CV and take the next step in your accounting career.- Contact Jake on j.harris@h-fts.com

Associate/Managing Associate – Commercial (Technology, Outsourcing and IT)

Location: Manchester

Salary: £75,000-£110,000 + Extensive Benefits

Experience required: 4+ Years PQE

Join a nationally recognised Commercial team ranked Tier 1 for IT, handling some of the most complex digital transformation projects in the market.

Our client, a leading law firm with an enviable client base across private and public sectors, is seeking an ambitious Associate or Managing Associate to join their dynamic Commercial team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-profile technology, outsourcing, and IT transactions with significant national and cross-border impact.

If you're a Commercial lawyer with 4+ years' PQE looking to develop expertise in technology and digital transformation, this could be your perfect next move.

About the Role

As an Associate or Managing Associate in the Commercial team, you'll be integral to delivering innovative solutions across technology and outsourcing transactions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Advising on diverse technology and commercial matters, such as:
  • Tech transformations
  • Cloud and SaaS arrangements
  • IT outsourcing
  • Business process outsourcing
  • Facilities management outsourcing
  • Logistics arrangements
  • IT licences
  • Commercial contracts
• Working with clients across sectors:
  • Private sector organisations
  • Public sector bodies
  • Technology companies
  • Service providers
  • Digital transformation specialists
• Managing complex transaction processes:
  • Contract drafting and negotiation
  • Due diligence
  • Risk assessment
  • Commercial strategy development
  • Service level agreement design
• Drafting and reviewing complex legal documentation
• Providing strategic commercial advice
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Contributing to business development efforts
• Collaborating with colleagues across practice areas
• Mentoring junior team members
• Exploring potential secondment opportunities
• Engaging in continuous professional development

This role offers the opportunity to work on significant, transformative technology projects with genuine autonomy and support from an experienced team.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with minimum 4 years' post-qualification experience
• Strong academic background
• Proven experience in commercial and technology law
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder transactions
• Detail-oriented approach
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills
• Proactive and self-motivated

Desirable:

• Experience in digital transformation projects
• Understanding of technology sector dynamics
• Knowledge of IT and technology contract structures
• Experience with public and private sector technology transactions
• Additional technology or commercial law qualifications

Exceptional Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Competitive salary (£75,000-£110,000 dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Life and income protection

Professional Development:

• Extensive training programmes
• Mentoring from industry experts
• Leadership development support
• Continuous learning resources
• Technical and skills-based training
• Clear career progression pathways
• Potential secondment opportunities

Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave
• Family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing support programmes

Culture & Recognition:

• Supportive and collegiate environment
• Culture of improvement, growth, and collaboration
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Employee networks celebrating diversity
• Recognition for high-character colleagues who care for one another

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: Manchester office
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements

About Our Client

Our client is a leading law firm committed to delivering technical excellence and real insight into clients' operations. They are the natural choice for FTSE 100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.

The firm's success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives, with a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss differences and celebrate diversity.

Core Values:

• Technical excellence
• Real client insight
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Diversity and inclusion

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an ambitious Commercial lawyer looking to work on transformative technology projects with exceptional development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
0333 996 2882 or lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Associate/Managing Associate – Finance Disputes

Location: Manchester

Salary: £75,000-£110,000 + Extensive Benefits

Experience required: 3-7 Years PQE

Join a high-profile Finance Disputes team renowned for delivering exceptional results in complex commercial disputes and large-scale portfolio recoveries.

Our client, a nationally recognised law firm with a leading Disputes & Investigations practice, is seeking an ambitious Associate or Managing Associate to join their Manchester team. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on high-stakes financial disputes with significant cross-border and regulatory implications.

If you're a Finance Disputes lawyer with 3-7 years' PQE looking to develop a rounded skillset in a collaborative, ambitious environment, this could be your perfect next move.

About the Role

As an Associate or Managing Associate in the Finance Disputes team, you'll be integral to resolving complex financial disputes across various sectors and jurisdictions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling diverse finance dispute matters, such as:
  • Multi-million-pound fraud disputes
  • Large-scale debt recoveries
  • Regulatory investigations
  • Cross-border enforcement actions
  • Complex commercial litigation
• Acting for a wide range of clients, including:
  • High street banks
  • Commercial finance providers
  • Asset-based lenders
  • Insolvency practitioners
  • Financial services institutions
• Engaging with key regulatory bodies:
  • Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
  • Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)
  • Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS)
• Resolving disputes through various methods:
  • Litigation
  • Negotiation
  • Mediation
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
• Drafting and reviewing complex legal documentation
• Conducting thorough legal and financial research
• Preparing detailed case reports and strategic analyses
• Supporting senior team members in client meetings
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Contributing to business development efforts
• Mentoring junior team members
• Engaging in continuous professional development

This role offers the opportunity to work on high-value, complex cases with genuine autonomy and support from an experienced team.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with 3-7 years' post-qualification experience in finance disputes
• Strong academic background
• Proven experience in commercial litigation and dispute resolution
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Detail-oriented approach
• Ability to manage multiple complex cases simultaneously
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills

Desirable:

• Experience in financial services litigation
• Understanding of regulatory investigations
• Knowledge of cross-border dispute resolution
• Experience with alternative dispute resolution methods
• Additional finance or litigation-related qualifications

Exceptional Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Competitive salary (£75,000-£110,000 dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Life and income protection

Professional Development:

• Extensive training programmes
• Mentoring from industry experts
• Leadership development support
• Continuous learning resources
• Technical and skills-based training
• Clear career progression pathways

Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave
• Family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing support programmes

Culture & Recognition:

• Supportive and collegiate environment
• Culture of improvement, growth, and collaboration
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Employee networks celebrating diversity
• Recognition for high-character colleagues who care for one another

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: Manchester office
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements

About Our Client

Our client is a leading law firm committed to delivering technical excellence and real insight into clients' operations. They are the natural choice for FTSE 100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.

The firm's success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives, with a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss differences and celebrate diversity.

Core Values:

• Technical excellence
• Real client insight
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Diversity and inclusion

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an ambitious Finance Disputes lawyer looking to work on high-stakes cases with exceptional development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
0333 996 2882 or lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

• Commercial lease negotiations
• Property sales and purchases
• Development work (options, overage agreements)
• Easements and rights of way transactions • Expert knowledge of SDLT and VAT in property transactions

Corporate Senior Associate

Salary: £75,000-£95,000

Location: Leeds (Hybrid Working Supported)

Join the most active dealmakers in Leeds and accelerate your corporate law career with a prestigious full-service firm.

Are you a driven Corporate Senior Associate ready to take ownership of your own caseload whilst working on high-value international transactions? This exceptional opportunity offers the perfect blend of autonomy, mentorship, and career progression within an award-winning firm.

The Opportunity

Our client's Corporate team has been the most active dealmakers in Leeds for the last 5 consecutive years, completing deals in excess of £100 million. You'll join a collaborative, technically excellent team that works across 25+ international jurisdictions, supporting businesses at every stage of their growth journey.

Key highlights:

• Lead your own transactions whilst collaborating on high-value matters
• International exposure across 25+ jurisdictions
• Mentorship opportunities with junior team members
• Business development and client relationship building

Your Responsibilities

• Case Management: Manage your own diverse caseload and build strong client relationships with appropriate support and guidance
• Transaction Leadership: Lead on smaller corporate transactions whilst working closely with Senior Lawyers on high-value matters
• Technical Excellence: Handle M&A transactions, private equity investments, buyouts, joint ventures, and corporate reorganisations
• Corporate Governance: Advise on complex corporate governance matters and strategic commercial issues
• International Work: Collaborate with clients across 25+ jurisdictions including Private Companies and PLCs
• Team Development: Support the technical development and mentoring of junior team members
• Business Growth: Contribute to business development activities and client networking opportunities
• Cross-Practice Collaboration: Work closely with other practice areas to deliver comprehensive legal solutions
• Strategic Advisory: Provide commercial advice to help clients achieve their business objectives
• Quality Delivery: Maintain the highest standards of technical excellence and client service

Essential Requirements

Experience & Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years' PQE in corporate law (UK qualified solicitor)
• Technical expertise across M&A, private equity, and corporate governance
• Transaction experience including buyouts, joint ventures, and reorganisations
• Team leadership experience supporting and developing junior lawyers

Key Skills:

• Commercial acumen with ability to provide strategic business advice
• Excellent communication and client relationship building skills
• Business development experience (advantageous)
• Collaborative approach thriving in team environments
• Resilience under pressure with autonomous working capability
• Growth mindset with authentic, motivated approach

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Competitive salary: £75,000 - £95,000 per annum (market rate)
• Performance-related bonuses and annual salary reviews
• Comprehensive pension scheme with employer contributions

Work-Life Balance:

• Hybrid working: Up to 2 days per week from home
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle
• Generous annual leave entitlement with additional days for long service

Career Development:

• Structured career progression with clear advancement pathways
• Comprehensive training programmes and professional development budget
• Mentorship opportunities both as mentor and mentee
• International work exposure across 25+ jurisdictions

Additional Benefits:

• Private healthcare and dental coverage
• Life assurance and income protection
• Employee assistance programme for wellbeing support
• Social clubs and committees reflecting personal interests
• Networking opportunities and business development support

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious full-service law firm with over 300 employees, recognised as one of the leading legal practices in Leeds with national and international reach. The firm prides itself on its unique culture of authenticity, collaboration, and excellence, combining technical legal expertise with commercial acumen and a genuine human approach.

Why they stand out:

• Award-winning employer
• Market leaders: Band 1 Chambers ranking for Corporate/M&A £5 million and above
• Proven track record: Most active dealmakers in Leeds for 5 consecutive years
• International reach: Working across 25+ jurisdictions
• Collaborative culture: Genuine focus on teamwork and knowledge sharing

Location & Working Arrangements

Primary Location: Leeds city centre (modern, well-equipped offices)
Working Pattern: Hybrid model with up to 2 days per week working from home
Travel: Occasional client visits and international work opportunities

Ready to Advance Your Corporate Law Career?

This is more than just a role – it's your opportunity to join the most active corporate team in Leeds and work on transactions that shape businesses across multiple jurisdictions.

Don't miss out on this exceptional opportunity. Apply today or contact Lee for a confidential discussion about how this role could accelerate your career.

Contact Details:
Lee Hawthorne-Finch
People and Talent Director
lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com
0333 996 2882

Restructuring Associate

Location: London

Salary: £65,000-£85,000 + Extensive Benefits

Experience required: 1+ Years PQE

Join a dynamic Restructuring team at the forefront of complex, high-stakes financial and corporate restructuring matters.

Our client, a nationally recognised law firm with a leading Restructuring practice, is seeking an ambitious Associate to join their growing London team. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop expertise in a supportive environment that handles significant, market-leading transactions.

If you're a Restructuring lawyer with 1+ years' PQE looking to work on challenging, high-profile cases, this could be your perfect next move.

About the Role

As a Restructuring Associate, you'll be integral to a team that provides innovative solutions to complex financial and corporate challenges across various sectors.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting complex restructuring and insolvency matters, including:
  • Corporate restructurings
  • Business reorganisations
  • Distressed debt scenarios
  • Formal insolvency proceedings
  • Cross-border restructuring
• Acting for diverse clients such as:
  • Banks
  • Financial institutions
  • Investors
  • Lenders
  • Corporate entities
  • Insolvency practitioners
• Handling various transaction types:
  • Debt restructuring
  • Refinancing
  • Creditor negotiations
  • Workouts
  • Pre-pack administrations
• Drafting and reviewing complex legal documentation
• Conducting thorough legal and financial research
• Preparing detailed case reports and analysis
• Supporting senior team members in client meetings
• Developing and maintaining client relationships
• Contributing to business development efforts
• Engaging in continuous professional development

This role offers the opportunity to work on significant, challenging restructuring matters with genuine learning and growth potential.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with minimum 1 year's post-qualification experience
• Strong academic background
• Keen interest in restructuring and insolvency law
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Commercial awareness and strategic thinking
• Detail-oriented approach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities
• Collaborative team player

Desirable:

• Experience in corporate or financial restructuring
• Understanding of financial and accounting principles
• Knowledge of cross-border restructuring
• Additional insolvency-related qualifications
• Experience with distressed debt scenarios

Exceptional Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Competitive salary (£65,000-£85,000 dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Life and income protection

Professional Development:

• Extensive training programmes
• Mentoring from industry experts
• Leadership development support
• Continuous learning resources
• Technical and skills-based training
• Clear career progression pathways

Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave
• Family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing support programmes

Culture & Recognition:

• Supportive and collegiate environment
• Culture of improvement, growth, and collaboration
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Employee networks celebrating diversity
• Recognition for high-character colleagues who care for one another

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: London office
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements

About Our Client

Our client is a leading law firm committed to delivering technical excellence and real insight into clients' operations. They are the natural choice for FTSE 100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.

The firm's success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives, with a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss differences and celebrate diversity.

Core Values:

• Technical excellence
• Real client insight
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Diversity and inclusion

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an ambitious Restructuring lawyer looking to work on challenging cases with exceptional development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
0333 996 2882 or lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Managing Associate – Real Estate Finance

Location: London

Salary: £100,000-£140,000 + Extensive Benefits

Experience required: 7+ Years PQE

Join a market-leading Real Estate Finance team known for delivering sophisticated solutions across domestic and cross-border transactions.

Our client, a nationally recognised law firm with a Tier 1-ranked Real Estate Finance practice, is seeking an experienced Managing Associate to work on complex, high-value finance transactions. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your expertise in a supportive, dynamic environment that values technical excellence and commercial insight.

If you're an ambitious Real Estate Finance lawyer with 7+ years' PQE looking to work on diverse, challenging transactions, this could be your perfect next move.

About the Role

As a Managing Associate in the Real Estate Finance team, you'll work closely with Partners and team members on sophisticated finance transactions across multiple sectors and asset classes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling diverse real estate finance transactions across sectors such as:
  • Hotels and leisure
  • Private Rental Sector (PRS)
  • Student accommodation
  • Logistics
  • Office developments
• Working on various finance transaction types:
  • Development finance
  • Hotel finance
  • Islamic finance
  • Mezzanine finance
• Acting for a wide range of clients, including:
  • Major banks
  • Debt funds
  • Insurers
  • Financial institutions
  • Investors
  • Developers
  • Blue-chip property companies
  • Family offices
• Drafting and negotiating complex legal documentation
• Providing strategic legal advice on finance transactions
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Contributing to business development efforts
• Supervising junior team members
• Collaborating with colleagues across practice areas
• Engaging in continuous professional development

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions with genuine autonomy and support from an experienced team.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with minimum 7 years' post-qualification experience
• Strong academic qualifications
• Extensive technical knowledge of finance transaction legal frameworks
• Proven experience in real estate finance transactions
• Excellent document drafting skills
• Commercial and strategic approach to legal work
• Strong client relationship and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
• Ability to supervise and mentor junior lawyers
• Collaborative team player with a collegiate approach
• Proactive, detail-focused, and ambitious

Desirable:

• Experience across multiple real estate finance sectors
• Knowledge of cross-border transactions
• Understanding of Islamic finance structures
• Track record of business development
• Additional finance-related qualifications

Exceptional Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Competitive salary (£100,000-£140,000 dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Life and income protection

Professional Development:

• Extensive training programmes
• Mentoring from industry experts
• Leadership development support
• Continuous learning resources
• Technical and skills-based training
• Clear career progression pathways

Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave
• Family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing support programmes

Culture & Recognition:

• Supportive and collegiate environment
• Culture of improvement, growth, and collaboration
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Employee networks celebrating diversity
• Recognition for high-character colleagues who care for one another

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: London office
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements

About Our Client

Our client is a leading law firm committed to delivering technical excellence and real insight into clients' operations. They are the natural choice for FTSE 100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.

The firm's success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives, with a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss differences and celebrate diversity.

Core Values:

• Technical excellence
• Real client insight
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Diversity and inclusion

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an ambitious Real Estate Finance lawyer looking to work on sophisticated transactions with exceptional development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
0333 996 2882 or lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Associate – Real Estate Finance

Location: London

Salary: £85,000-£120,000 + Extensive Benefits

Experience required: 4+ Years PQE

Join a market-leading Real Estate Finance team known for delivering innovative solutions across domestic and cross-border transactions.

Our client, a nationally recognised law firm with a Tier 1-ranked Real Estate Finance practice, is seeking an experienced lawyer to work on complex, high-value finance transactions. This is an exceptional opportunity to develop your expertise in a supportive, dynamic environment that values technical excellence and commercial insight.

If you're an ambitious Real Estate Finance lawyer with 4+ years' PQE looking to work on diverse, challenging transactions, this could be your perfect next move.

About the Role

As an Associate in the Real Estate Finance team, you'll work closely with Partners and team members on a variety of sophisticated finance transactions across multiple sectors and asset classes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling diverse real estate finance transactions across sectors such as:
  • Hotels and leisure
  • Private Rental Sector (PRS)
  • Student accommodation
  • Logistics
  • Office developments
• Working on various finance transaction types:
  • Development finance
  • Hotel finance
  • Islamic finance
  • Mezzanine finance
• Acting for a wide range of clients, including:
  • Major banks
  • Debt funds
  • Insurers
  • Financial institutions
  • Investors
  • Developers
  • Blue-chip property companies
  • Family offices
• Drafting and negotiating complex legal documentation
• Providing strategic legal advice on finance transactions
• Developing and maintaining strong client relationships
• Contributing to business development efforts
• Collaborating with colleagues across practice areas
• Engaging in continuous professional development

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions with genuine autonomy and support from an experienced team.

What We're Looking For

Essential Requirements:

• Qualified Solicitor with minimum 4 years' post-qualification experience
• Strong academic qualifications
• Extensive technical knowledge of finance transaction legal frameworks
• Proven experience in real estate finance transactions
• Excellent document drafting skills
• Commercial and strategic approach to legal work
• Strong client relationship and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines effectively
• Collaborative team player with a collegiate approach
• Proactive, detail-focused, and ambitious

Desirable:

• Experience across multiple real estate finance sectors
• Knowledge of cross-border transactions
• Understanding of Islamic finance structures
• Track record of business development
• Additional finance-related qualifications

Exceptional Benefits Package

Financial Rewards:

• Competitive salary (£85,000-£120,000 dependent on experience)
• Performance-related bonuses
• Comprehensive pension scheme
• Life and income protection

Professional Development:

• Extensive training programmes
• Mentoring from industry experts
• Leadership development support
• Continuous learning resources
• Technical and skills-based training
• Clear career progression pathways

Work-Life Balance:

• Flexible working arrangements
• Hybrid working options
• Generous annual leave
• Family-friendly policies
• Wellbeing support programmes

Culture & Recognition:

• Supportive and collegiate environment
• Culture of improvement, growth, and collaboration
• Diverse and inclusive workplace
• Employee networks celebrating diversity
• Recognition for high-character colleagues who care for one another

Location & Working Arrangements

Based: London office
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements

About Our Client

Our client is a leading law firm committed to delivering technical excellence and real insight into clients' operations. They are the natural choice for FTSE 100 clients and their equivalents in other markets.

The firm's success has been built by people from the widest range of backgrounds, locations, and perspectives, with a number of employee networks that provide space to discuss differences and celebrate diversity.

Core Values:

• Technical excellence
• Real client insight
• Innovation
• Collaboration
• Diversity and inclusion

Ready to Take the Next Step?

If you're an ambitious Real Estate Finance lawyer looking to work on sophisticated transactions with exceptional development opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity, please contact:

Lee Hawthorne-Finch
0333 996 2882 or lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com