Banking & Finance Associate – Edinburgh

Frasia Wright Associates; Haddington; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client is a leading UK law firm in Edinburgh seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its Banking & Finance team. The role focuses on fund finance, leveraged and acquisition finance, real estate finance, and restructuring, with opportunities for cross-border work.

Applicants should have 4+ years PQE (Scottish, English, or dual-qualified) and excellent drafting and communication skills. The role offers hybrid working and career development opportunities within a dynamic,

Qualifications

• At least four years’ PQE (Scottish, English, or dual-qualified).
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Strong interest in finance law.
• Collaborative approach with commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Advise on a broad range of Banking & Finance transactions, including fund finance, leveraged and acquisition finance, real estate finance, and restructuring.
• Work on high-profile UK and cross-border deals alongside recognised specialists.
• Contribute to career development with the firm’s training and cross-sector initiatives.

Skills

PQE 4+ yrs

Drafting

Communication

Finance law interest

Education

Scottish/English qualification

Job description

Our client, a leading UK law firm is seeking an Associate or Senior Associate to join its top-ranked Banking & Finance team in Edinburgh. The team advises on a broad range of transactions, including fund finance, leveraged and acquisition finance, real estate finance, and restructuring.

This is a great opportunity to work on high-profile UK and cross-border deals alongside recognised specialists. The firm offers training, including in fund finance, and supports career development with options such as dual qualification and involvement in cross-sector initiatives.

Applicants should have at least four years’ PQE (Scottish, English, or dual-qualified), excellent drafting and communication skills, and a strong interest in finance law. A collaborative approach, commercial awareness, and enthusiasm for client work are essential.

The role includes hybrid working and the chance to be part of a dynamic, growing practice with a reputation for innovation and leadership.

Banking & Finance Associate – Edinburgh East Lothian