Solicitor

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

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

• 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

• 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

• 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.

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