Solicitor (Corporate & Commercial Banking)

The Co-operative Bank

Oct 15

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Legal
Manchester

Requirements

To apply, you will need to be a qualified solicitor with experience PQE gained from an in-house legal team or leading a commercial law firm. You will also require the following:
Specialist knowledge, capability and experience in lending to, and operating accounts for, corporates, businesses and charities, coupled with the ability to think broadly across all specialist areas across the Legal team.
A recognised specialist with the ability to advise and negotiate as appropriate.
Committed to the continuous improvement of systems and processes.
Ability to contribute constructively as a member of and, on occasions, as the leader of project teams relative to technical and, in certain cases, high profile and high value matters.
A well developed sense of strategic/commercial drivers to be applied to the majority of transactions/disputes encountered.
Articulate and persuasive communication skills; an ability to adapt communication style whilst retaining professionalism and effectiveness.
Ability to challenge without being perceived as a barrier to the business accomplishing its goals.
Highly motivated individual committed to the development of the role, the team, the department and the Bank.

Responsibilities

To provide impartial, accessible and commercial legal advice in relation to facilities provided by the Bank to corporate, commercial and SME customers.
To provide advice in relation to lending products offered by the Bank in the corporate, commercial and SME sectors, including future product propositions.
To provide advice to the C&CB team, with the standard expected to be on a par with the leading law firms (including negotiation and agreement of facility and intercreditor documents, where appropriate).
To deputise for line manager, as and when required, to preserve the continuity of advice and support to the Bank’s Senior Management and Executive community in relation to transactions, proposals and disputes.

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, we do remote work in a hybrid format, requiring one day a week in the office.

Do we support medical insurance?

Yes, we provide private medical insurance as part of our employment benefits.

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Solicitor (Corporate & Commercial Banking).

Where is the position located?

The position is located in Manchester.

Is this position permanent?

Yes, this is a permanent position.

What are the working hours for this role?

The working hours for this role are 35 hours per week.

Who can I contact for more information about the job?

You can contact Charlotte Housley at careers@co-operativebank.co.uk for more information.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A qualified solicitor with relevant PQE experience is required for this position.

What type of advice will I be providing in this role?

You will provide legal advice related to facilities offered by the Bank to corporate, commercial, and SME customers, including lending products.

What benefits are offered in this role?

Benefits include a car allowance, private medical insurance, 27 days holiday plus the option to buy more, a competitive pension, wellbeing support, and volunteering days among others.

Is there a requirement for background checks?

Yes, all offers of employment for this role are subject to background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks.

How does the company promote work-life balance?

The company promotes a positive, friendly work culture that encourages work-life balance and offers flexible working options.

The Co-operative Bank

Finance

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

1872

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Our story began in 1872 in Victorian Rochdale and the co-operative values on which our bank was built 150 years ago still stand today. They are more than the foundations of the bank, they are what connect us together – colleagues, customers, the businesses who bank with us, charities we support and the issues we stand for. Since 1992, our unique customer-led Ethical Policy gives our customers a say in how their money is used and commits us to campaigning for the causes that matter to them. Because unlike a lot of banks, we understand the power your money has, and the difference it can make to the planet, people, and the community. We haven’t financed the production or extraction of fossil fuels for over 20 years and we won’t do business with organisations that fail to implement basic human rights. Do you know how your bank invests your money? Not many people do.