Banking Senior Associate – Edinburgh / Glasgow / Hybrid

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

Job summary

Frasia Wright Associates in the UK seeks an experienced Banking & Finance solicitor (5+ years PQE) to join its team on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with hybrid working in Edinburgh or Glasgow. You will work on complex lending and finance matters for UK and international clients, including real estate, leveraged and corporate finance, and M&A-related transactions.

You will lead and mentor junior colleagues, collaborate with specialists, and contribute to client relationship development and

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in Banking & Finance within a UK law firm.
• Strong drafting and communication skills are essential.
• Proactive, with ability to lead junior colleagues.
• Experience handling complex lending and finance matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise lenders, borrowers and sponsors on a range of deals.
• Lead and mentor junior associates on transactions.
• Manage multi-disciplinary financing projects and client relations.
• Contribute to business development and sector initiatives.

Skills

Banking law

Drafting skills

Client relationships

Mentoring juniors

Project management

Job description

A well-established UK law firm is seeking an experienced solicitor (5+ years PQE) to join its Banking & Finance team, based in either Edinburgh or Glasgow, with hybrid working. This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Associate with a passion for banking law to work on a wide range of matters, including real estate, leveraged and corporate finance, as well as M&A-related transactions.

You will be part of a top-ranked team renowned for advising lenders, borrowers, and sponsors on complex, high-profile deals. The role offers exposure to both UK and international clients and provides a clear route to Partnership for ambitious professionals. You will collaborate with specialists across the firm to deliver innovative financing solutions and play a key role in client relationship development and business growth.

The position also offers the chance to lead and mentor junior colleagues, manage multi-disciplinary projects, and engage in sector-focused initiatives within a highly supportive team environment. The firm values a proactive approach, strong drafting and communication skills, and a genuine interest in the evolving finance landscape. This position is offered **on a 12-month fixed-term contract with the potential to become permanent.

Banking Senior Associate – Edinburgh / Glasgow / Hybrid East Lothian