Banking and Financial Litigation Associate

JMC Legal Recruitment; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prestigious Top 50 law firm as a Banking and Financial Litigation Associate, where you will handle complex financial litigation cases and work with high-profile clients. The firm prioritizes career development, offering a supportive environment, flexible working arrangements, and competitive salaries complemented by comprehensive benefits. Ideal for driven solicitors looking to advance in a reputable and innovative setting.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements

Excellent career development opportunities

Comprehensive benefits and well-being support

Qualifications

• Experience in Commercial/Financial Litigation is essential.
• Driven and ambitious mindset being sought.
• Effective problem-solving and great communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Handle diverse range of financial services litigation matters.
• Work with high-profile clients including major lenders and banks.
• Develop expertise in areas like banking, financial crime, and cryptocurrency.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Efficient Workload Management

Innovation

Education

UK-qualified solicitor (Scots or England/Wales)

Job description

Banking and Financial Litigation Associate

Client: JMC Legal Recruitment

Location: Glasgow, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: 476e32c21f77

Job Views: 20

Posted: 22.06.2025

Expiry Date: 06.08.2025

Job Description:

Banking and Financial Litigation Associate

This is an exciting opportunity for an ambitious Commercial or Financial Litigation solicitor to join a prestigious firm. The firm is a Top 50 national success story known for flexible working and a Tier 1 Financial Litigation team that handles impactful work in the sector.

Based in their vibrant Edinburgh office, you will work alongside expert Partners, benefit from a supportive environment, and have quick progression potential. The firm has a strong reputation for staff development, work-life balance, and a forward-thinking approach, aiming to encourage ambition and creativity.

The role involves handling a diverse range of financial services litigation matters, working with high-profile clients including major lenders, investment companies, and various banking institutions. You will gain exposure to banking, financial crime, cryptocurrency, mortgages, professional negligence, and more.

The firm supports career development through ongoing training and industry-recognized qualifications. Working with renowned colleagues, you will develop expertise in this rapidly growing area, progressing towards senior roles within a leading UK firm.

Candidate Requirements:

• UK-qualified solicitor (Scots or England/Wales) with experience in Commercial/Financial Litigation
• Driven and ambitious
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage complex workloads efficiently
• Proactive and innovative mindset

What’s on Offer:

• Joining a Top 50 law firm and award-winning employer
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
• Exposure to top-tier clients and high-quality work
• Excellent career development opportunities
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits and well-being support