Asset Finance Associate (3+ PQE)

Job Title: Asset Finance Associate (3+ PQE)

Location: Hybrid – Manchester, UK

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive

Overview

Our client is seeking a talented Asset Finance Associate to join a high-performing finance team supporting complex, high-value transactions across a diverse client base. This role offers exposure to both domestic and international matters, working with financial institutions and corporate borrowers across a range of sectors.

You will play a key role in delivering commercially focused legal advice while contributing to the continued growth and reputation of a collaborative, nationally integrated team.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of asset finance and leasing transactions, including finance leasing, receivables finance, and debt finance.
• Support complex transactions involving vendor finance, lease book acquisitions, and structuring matters.
• Work across a wide range of asset classes, including transport, energy, industrial equipment, and technology assets.
• Collaborate with colleagues across multiple offices and disciplines to deliver integrated legal solutions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contributing to high levels of client satisfaction.
• Support business development activities, including networking, client engagement, and training delivery.
• Contribute to the ongoing success and growth of the wider finance and projects team.
• Engage in continuous professional development through structured training, mentoring, and leadership programmes.

Requirements

Essential Experience & Skills

• Qualified Solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE in asset finance or related finance law.
• Strong experience advising on asset finance transactions, including leasing and debt structures.
• Ability to work on complex, multi-party transactions across sectors.

Core Competencies

• Commercially minded with the ability to deliver pragmatic, client-focused advice.
• Strong relationship-building skills with both clients and internal stakeholders.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive and inquisitive mindset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Hybrid working model offering flexibility
• Structured learning, mentoring, and career development programmes
• Opportunity to work on high-profile, cross-border transactions
• Inclusive and collaborative working environment
• Clear pathways for career progression

Application Process

If you are an ambitious finance lawyer looking to develop your expertise within a leading team and work on high-quality transactions, we encourage you to apply.

Submit your application to access the full role profile and begin the recruitment process.