Commercial Banking Lawyer Job at Axiom Law

Banking Lawyer (Real Estate Finance)

Top-tier Banking Lawyer role advising on major real estate finance transactions....

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Accutrainee

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales) with 3+ years’ PQE
Experience in real estate finance or broader banking & finance, ideally gained at a recognised UK or international law firm
Strong technical skills with excellent drafting capabilities
Commercially minded, pragmatic, and able to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders
Able to work effectively within a high-performing transactional team

Job Responsibility

Advise lenders and borrowers on real estate investment and development finance transactions
Draft and negotiate facility agreements, security documents, intercreditor agreements, and related finance documentation
Identify and mitigate legal, structural, and commercial risks within secured lending frameworks
Work collaboratively with real estate, tax, corporate, and restructuring teams to ensure seamless deal execution
Engage with clients directly and contribute to strategic planning on major transactions

What we offer

Top-of-market salary and benefits
Exposure to landmark transactions and global institutional clients
Clear opportunities for career progression within a Tier 1 team
Supportive, collaborative team culture with exceptional training

Commercial Property Lawyer

A highly regarded legal practice based in the South East is seeking a skilled Co...

Location

United Kingdom , Enfield

Salary:

45000.00 - 65000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales (NQ-5+ PQE)
Experience in commercial property transactions and asset management
Confident with landlord and tenant work, development, and finance-related matters
Strong interpersonal skills and a commercial approach to problem-solving
Willingness to support junior colleagues and engage in business development activities

Job Responsibility

Manage a broad range of matters including commercial acquisitions and disposals, development projects, landlord and tenant issues, and asset management
Deal with banking and finance agreements, business and asset transactions, and elements of insolvency and restructuring
Work closely with colleagues across the commercial and corporate teams, assisting with corporate support matters and contributing to the firm’s wider client offering

What we offer

Genuine career progression opportunities within a growing team
High-quality caseload and a supportive working culture
Exposure to a varied and commercially focused client base

Fulltime

Knowledge Development Lawyer - Commercial Litigation

Are you an experienced Litigation and Dispute Resolution Knowledge Development L...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

Ampa - Legal & Professional Services

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Ideally, you would currently be a fee earner with at least 6+ years PQE at an equally reputable firm with a keen interest in transitioning into a Knowledge Lawyer/PSL role
Technical experience handing high quality dispute resolution work is essential
A solid understanding of and interest in knowledge management
The ability to digest, analyse and succinctly communicate complex issues with clarity to both internal and external clients
Commercial awareness and enthusiasm about business development
First class drafting and communication skills
Experience developing and delivering client and / or in-house training
Highly IT literate, confident user of MS Office and legal and business information systems with experience of SharePoint or similar platforms

Job Responsibility

Working closely with and providing guidance to the Litigation and Dispute Resolution senior leadership team to develop practice and sector-specific knowledge
Keeping on top of all changes to legislation, civil procedure rules and case law that might affect the teams work for clients and disseminating these to the team through updates and training
Supporting the fee earners’ client work with technical legal knowhow, tactical advice and practical application of the law to their matter
Developing and keeping updated team know-how resources such as precedents and checklists (in respect of best practice and changes of law)
Supporting and driving business development initiatives including the launch of products to market for clients
Liaising with fee earners and contributing as required to the production of articles, case studies, briefings, newsletters or other materials for circulation to clients or to be published
Keeping the team up to date on competitors’ offerings and assisting in research required by the team for client delivery and new client opportunities
Identifying training priorities and undertaking relevant training sessions with the team on changes to law, practice and precedents
Identifying and arranging internal and external speakers to deliver specialist training topics
Identify business and client needs for legal technology or other tools to provide cost-effective solutions

What we offer

We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work

Financial Services Lawyer

An international law firm based in Central London is seeking a financial service...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

90000.00 - 115000.00 GBP / Year

Brandon James

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

UK qualification (or equivalent rights to practise in England & Wales)
A strong academic background
A minimum of 3 years’ PQE in financial regulation or banking and finance law
Experience gained at a recognised law firm or within an in-house legal team in financial services
Strong knowledge of FSMA, FCA/PRA regulations, and relevant EU directives (e.g. PSD2)
Commercial awareness and sound legal judgement
Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage client relationships effectively

Job Responsibility

Advising clients on UK and EU regulatory frameworks
Working across a mix of advisory, transactional, and strategic matters
Supporting a wide-ranging client base including banks, asset managers, insurers, and fintech firms
Covering financial services regulation, licensing issues, payments law, ESG regulation, and regulatory aspects of M&A and financing transactions
Contributing to high-profile projects and gain exposure to international workstreams
Supporting business development initiatives and contribute to internal knowledge-sharing and client training sessions

What we offer

Private healthcare
Pension scheme
Generous holiday allowance
Exposure to high-profile, cross-border financial services matters

Fulltime

Technology & Commercial Lawyer

Join us as a Technology & Commercial Lawyer - VP at Barclays, where you will be ...

Location

United Kingdom , Manchester; Glasgow; Birmingham

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister, or equivalent in the UK or another comparable jurisdiction)
Strong expertise in commercial contracts and technology agreements, ideally within the financial services sector
Knowledge of license rights, data distribution, and AI restrictions in vendor agreements
Proven ability to manage stakeholders and deliver results in a fastpaced environment
Experience in regulatory frameworks relevant to financial services
Experience with technology related transactions
Genuine interest in AI, technology, and innovation

Job Responsibility

Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance
Legal advice and support to the business on CIT Areas, including regulatory advice and advocacy, innovation and technology strategy, and contract drafting, review and negotiation
Representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to CIT Areas, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations
Creation and review of legal documents including agreements and licenses for commercial services, technology, software, data, real estate, and sponsorship and other legal documents to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations
Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank across the CIT Areas
Developing and delivering training programmes to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to the CIT Areas
Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs)

What we offer

wellness rooms
on-site cafeterias
fitness centers
tech-equipped workstations
hybrid working
flexible working arrangements

Fulltime

General Lending Lawyer

We are currently seeking a General Lending Lawyer to work with Axiom’s clients a...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong academic credentials and proven experience in general banking and finance matters ideally with exposure corporate clients
Commercial awareness and ability to provide pragmatic solutions aligned with business objectives
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build strong stakeholder relationships
Adaptability and enthusiasm for tackling complex challenges
Experience gained in leading law firms or high-quality in-house teams is advantageous
You must have the right to work and be eligible to practice as a lawyer in the UK

Job Responsibility

Provide legal advice and support on general lending transactions acting for both lenders and borrowers
Draft, negotiate, and review financing documentation including loan facility agreements, security documentation, intercreditor agreements, ancillary documents, and corporate authority documents
Manage domestic and cross-border transactions and coordinate with external counsel
Liaise with key stakeholders within the business

What we offer

health benefits
pension
professional development resources
learning and development programs

Commercial Property Solicitor

Our client is seeking an experienced Commercial Property Solicitor to join their...

Location

United Kingdom , Leeds

Salary:

Not provided

SACCO MANN

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Experience in commercial property work, particularly in development, both residential and commercial
Proven ability to manage a caseload independently, with leadership skills to guide junior colleagues
Excellent communication and client relationship-building skills
Strong drafting, legal analysis, and negotiation expertise
Ability to work efficiently under deadlines and support business development initiatives
Interest in collaborative work across multiple legal disciplines, sectors and offices

Job Responsibility

Advising a diverse portfolio of clients on a wide range of commercial property matters, including acquisitions and disposals of development sites, real estate finance, property procurement in corporate transactions, and lease negotiations
Managing a caseload independently
Leading junior lawyers
Collaborating with teams across planning, construction, banking, and corporate sectors

What we offer

Incredibly flexible hybrid working
Strong holidays
Healthcare
Generous pension scheme
Life assurance
Wellbeing initiatives

Fulltime

Senior Lead Counsel 1 - Enterprise

The Senior Lead Counsel 1 is a senior level position responsible for providing C...

Location

India , Mumbai

Salary:

Not provided

Citi

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

15+ years PQE, preferably in practice or in-house at a global or regional bank / financial institution or Information Technology company
Substantial experience with general commercial/contractual/transactional work essential
Knowledge and understanding of relevant laws, regulations (including but not limited to Outsourcing, Data Privacy, Banking Secrecy, Operational Resilience, Technology Risk Management, Cybersecurity) and practices as well as industry trends that impact Citi’s Technology businesses and its operations are essential
Regional (Asia), multi-jurisdictional experience or cross border experience required
Bar license in good standing to practice law
LL.B. (Bachelor of Law) or equivalent
Be a skilled commercial lawyer and negotiator
Ability to work independently and with initiative on complex transactions, with a focus on applicable Asia Pac legal and regulatory requirements
An enthusiastic team player who can actively work with colleagues in different countries or regional clusters while managing a diverse and significant range of transactional work
A self-starter who will take initiative in managing complex legal matters, supporting transactional activities, and mitigating risks

Job Responsibility

Provide Citi businesses and functions with legal counsel on all matters pertaining to technology and operations
supporting strategic initiatives and product/service launches
providing subject matter expertise and interpretations of relevant laws, rules, regulations, and industry practices
advising business management/leadership on all types of legal matters, in particular in relation to vendor procurement and commercial transactions
Objectively evaluate Technology business decisions by applying institutional knowledge against industry standard, widely accepted business practices, laws, rules, and regulatory guidelines, escalating as appropriate
Collaborate across internal lines of business and control/support functions as well as global geographies to achieve coordinated and efficient outcomes on matters related to Citi’s Technology businesses and its operations
coordinate closely with legal peers aligned to associated businesses
Participate in planning and development initiatives
contribute to objectives by providing thought leadership using knowledge of industry, laws, and regulations
Proactively identify, evaluate, and contribute to the appropriate management of legal, regulatory, and reputational risk by collaborating with other control functions like Compliance and Risk, following relevant legal developments, participating in internal projects, and performing other related tasks

Fulltime

Commercial Banking Lawyer

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Location:
United States

Category:
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Job Posted:
December 23, 2025

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