Solicitor jobs in United Kingdom

Location: Belfast
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Newly Qualified Banking Solicitor to join a highly regarded and growing banking and finance team based in Belfast. This role is ideal for a newly qualified solicitor looking to build a strong foundation in banking and finance within a supportive, market‑leading environment.

You will join a well‑established banking practice advising on a broad range of corporate lending matters, including real estate finance, acquisition finance, renewables and general corporate lending. The team works on transactions ranging from straightforward bilateral facilities to complex, multi‑jurisdictional financings.
The Belfast team plays a key role in the Northern Ireland market while also supporting English law and Irish law transactions, offering early exposure to cross‑border work and collaboration with colleagues across the UK.

As a Newly Qualified Solicitor, you will work closely with experienced partners and senior lawyers, gaining hands‑on experience across all stages of banking transactions. You will be supported through structured training and mentoring to develop both your technical and commercial skills.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting on a wide range of banking and finance transactions
• Drafting and reviewing finance documents under supervision
• Supporting transaction management from instruction through to completion
• Liaising with clients, opposing counsel and internal teams
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across corporate, property, restructuring and energy teams
• Supporting business development initiatives and client relationship activities

This role would suit a newly qualified solicitor with a genuine interest in banking and finance who is keen to develop within a collaborative and fast‑paced practice.
The ideal candidate will have:

• Newly qualified solicitor status (or due to qualify shortly)
• Experience in banking, finance, corporate or real estate gained during a training contract
• Strong drafting, analytical and organisational skills
• A commercial mindset and attention to detail
• The ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• A proactive and team‑oriented approach

• High‑quality banking and finance work from the outset
• Structured training and close partner support
• Early exposure to cross‑border transactions
• Clear development and progression opportunitiesSupportive, modern working culture

This is an excellent opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor looking to start their career in banking and finance within a respected and expanding team.