Associate Lawyer- Banking & Finance

Thomson Legal; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm in Scotland is looking for an Associate level lawyer with 2-7 years PQE in banking & finance law to join their team. This role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow, with flexible working options. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and client management skills and will act for various lenders and borrowers. Competitive salary and benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Pension

Private medical insurance

Flexible working approach

Qualifications

• 2-7 years PQE with a strong background in banking & finance law.
• Broad knowledge of corporate banking law.
• Enthusiastic and knowledgeable about trends in banking law.

Responsibilities

• Act for lenders and borrowers in lending transactions.
• Work with a wide range of funders including banks and insurers.
• Manage clients and ensure smooth transaction processes.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Client management skills

Knowledge of banking law

Education

Qualified in Scotland and/or England & Wales

Job description

Overview

Leading international law firm, with an exceptional reputation for the banking & finance practice is looking to hire an additional Associate level lawyer to join their high-ranking team. This role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow with hybrid-working also available.

Role Profile

Working as part of a highly innovative national team you will act for lenders and borrowers and will be responsible for all aspects of lending transactions. The team act for a wide range of funders including banks, insurers and debt funds and also act for some of the largest and most successful corporates in Scotland. The firm are interested in candidates who are qualified in Scotland and/or England & Wales.

Candidate Requirements

• Circa 2-7 years PQE and a strong background in banking & finance law. Candidates from both private practice and in-house are invited to apply.
• Broad knowledge of corporate banking law.
• Enthusiastic and knowledgable around trends and the impact of banking law.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Strong client management skills.

On Offer

Competitive salary and benefits including bonus, pension and private medical. The firm also offer a progressive flexible working approach.

To Apply

For a confidential discussion, to request the job description or to apply, please contact:

David Thomson- Director

Tel: [phone] 450 7164

Email: [e-mail]