Banking & Finance Associate

Lusona Consultancy (Financial) Limited; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm seeks an Associate Banking & Finance Lawyer (2-6 PQE) to join its dynamic Finance team in Glasgow. The role offers exposure to high-value transactions, structured career development, and early client contact within a collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong commercial awareness, communication skills, and relevant academic credentials.

Benefits

Structured training and career development

Flexible and agile working arrangements

Exposure to high-value, complex transactions

Long-term career progression

Early responsibility and client contact

Qualifications

• 2–6 years’ post-qualification experience in banking, corporate, real estate, or projects law.
• Collaborative team player.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Involved in banking and finance matters such as leveraged finance and corporate banking.
• Work with prestigious clients including major banks and government lenders.

Skills

Commercial awareness

Client-focus

Communication

Project management

Education

Strong academic credentials

Job description

Banking & Finance Lawyer – Associate (2–6 PQE)
Location:Glasgow, United Kingdom
Salary:£70k+

A leading international law firm is seeking a talented and ambitious junior-level Banking & Finance Lawyer to join its highly regarded Finance team based in Glasgow. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on high-profile, market-leading transactions within a dynamic and supportive environment.

The Role

You will be involved in a wide range of banking and finance matters, including:

• Leveraged finance
• Real estate finance
• Corporate banking
• Fund financing
• Central bank advisory work
• Loan portfolio transactions

You will work closely with a prestigious client base, including major UK and international banks, investment institutions, and government-backed lenders.

Recent Highlights

• Advising on a £2.5bn residential mortgage portfolio acquisition
• Financing a £300m port redevelopment project
• Acting on a £1.3bn cross-border refinancing deal

The Ideal Candidate

You will:

• Have 2–6 years’ post-qualification experience in banking, corporate, real estate, or projects law
• Be commercially astute and client-focused
• Possess strong academic credentials
• Be a collaborative team player with excellent communication and project management skills

What’s on Offer

• Exposure to high-value, complex transactions
• Structured training and career development
• Early responsibility and client contact
• Long-term career progression within a top-tier practice
• Flexible and agile working arrangements

About the Firm

This firm is a global leader with a strong presence across Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. It is known for its innovative approach, commitment to diversity and inclusion, and award-winning legal services across key sectors including financial services, infrastructure, and technology.

To find out more, please contact Jill Cowan on 07931 811 330 or email [e-mail]