Senior/Principal Associate – Banking & Finance (Asset Based Lending) – Birmingham A Top 100 national law firm is looking to grow its highly regarded Banking & Finance team with the addition of a Senior or Principal Associate in its Birmingham office. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team with a truly national presence, known for its high-quality work and collaborative culture. The Team This firm’s banking and finance offering is widely recognised for its expertise across a broad spectrum of financing transactions – corporate lending, leveraged finance, asset finance, real estate finance, project finance and invoice discounting – often with a multi-jurisdictional scope. They advise an impressive range of clients including borrowers, lenders and investors, meaning their lawyers have a holistic understanding of the market. The Asset Based Lending (ABL) practice in particular is a standout. Nationally ranked Band 2 by Legal 500 (and Band 1 regionally), it continues to grow from strength to strength, acting for a wide variety of lenders and taking on some of the most complex and high-value transactions in the space. The Role This role offers the best of both worlds: the autonomy and visibility that comes with being part of a growing team in Birmingham, combined with the strength and support of a nationally integrated banking practice. You’ll be involved in a wide range of matters, from front-end transactions to portfolio and in-life support. Expect to lead on drafting and negotiating facility agreements, security documents (LMA and non-LMA), intercreditor arrangements and bespoke precedents. There will also be plenty of work around restatements, waivers and restructurings. Clients include leading banks, asset-based lenders and borrowers across a number of sectors. This firm takes collaboration seriously – you’ll work closely with colleagues across restructuring, litigation and corporate to provide a seamless service to clients. Whether it’s supporting borrowers on acquisitions or helping lenders structure complex syndicated facilities, the work is always varied and commercially meaningful. What They’re Looking For You’ll be a confident and experienced banking lawyer, ideally with a strong background in asset based lending or general lending work and a desire to deepen your expertise in ABL. You’ll enjoy working closely with clients and mentoring junior colleagues, and you’ll be looking for a platform where your contributions are recognised and your career can continue to thrive. What’s on Offer

A strong pipeline of high-quality work with leading clients
A collaborative and forward-thinking culture
Genuine opportunities for progression within a national firm
The chance to help shape the Birmingham team’s continued growth
Hybrid working and flexibility that supports your work-life balance

If you’re looking to join a firm where ambition is matched by support, and where your expertise in banking and finance will be truly valued, this could be your next step. To find out more about this excellent opportunity, apply below, or alternatively send me your CV via email to or give me a call on .

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