Since our launch in 2015, we've lent over £10bn to ambitious entrepreneurs across the UK. That's led to the creation of over 40,000 new jobs and over 29,000 new homes – and we're not about to stop there. We're dedicated to helping trailblazing businesses thrive, and our Legal team plays a key role in ensuring smooth and compliant transactions.
This internship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands‑on exposure in a fast‑paced, growing bank with a reputation for doing things differently.
Key Responsibilities:
- Transaction Support: Assist the team in tracking deal milestones and preparing documentation for lending transactions.
- Documentation & Compliance: Learn how loan agreements and security documents are structured; support reviews under supervision.
- Stakeholder Coordination: Shadow interactions with internal teams (Credit, Risk, Operations) and external counsel to understand execution workflows.
- Disbursement & Records: Help maintain transaction records and ensure proper filing of documentation.
- Process Learning: Contribute ideas to improve efficiency and gain exposure to best practices in legal and financial operations.
What You'll Gain:
- Practical experience in banking and financial services legal processes.
- Exposure to loan documentation, compliance requirements, and stakeholder management.
- Mentorship from experienced professionals in the Legal and Transactional Execution teams.
- A chance to develop problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills in a real‑world setting.
Ideal Candidate:
- Currently pursuing a degree in Law, Finance, or related field.
- Strong interest in banking, lending, and legal documentation.
- Excellent attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
- Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively.
- Self‑starter with curiosity and a proactive mindset.
