Banking & Finance Lawyer – Edinburgh

Frasia Wright Associates; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK law firm in Edinburgh is looking for an Associate Lawyer with experience in Banking & Finance. The role offers mentorship, involvement in high-value transactions, and a commitment to flexible working within a modern hybrid model. Candidates must be qualified solicitors in either Scotland or England & Wales with at least 2 years of relevant experience.

Benefits

Genuine work-life balance

Award-winning employee experience

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience in banking and finance.
• Experience advising clients in high-value transactions.
• Strong understanding of fund finance and derivatives.

Responsibilities

• Advise both lenders and borrowers on high-value transactions.
• Work with high-calibre clients across multiple sectors.
• Participate in mentoring and development from day one.

Skills

Banking Law

Finance Law

Cross-border transactions

Education

Qualified solicitor in Scotland or England & Wales

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Banking & Finance Lawyer – Edinburgh, Edinburgh

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Edinburgh, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

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Job Description:

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Associate with experience in Banking & Finance to join a nationally recognised team at a leading UK law firm in Edinburgh.

You will work with high-calibre clients across sectors such as energy, real estate, transport and infrastructure, advising both lenders and borrowers on high-value transactions. The role offers hands-on involvement from day one, with a strong emphasis on mentoring and development. The team regularly handles cross-border work and operates at the forefront of areas such as fund finance, derivatives, real estate finance and corporate banking.

The firm is known for its progressive culture, genuine work-life balance, and award-winning employee experience. It’s committed to inclusion, professional development, and flexible working arrangements within a modern hybrid model.

Applicants must be qualified solicitors in Scotland or in England & Wales, with a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in banking and finance.

If this position could be of interest, please do not hesitate to contact either Cameron or Teddie for an initial and confidential discussion. (Assignment 17486)