Banking Solicitor

Michael Page Legal; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 73,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Edinburgh is seeking an experienced Banking Solicitor with 2-6 years PQE to join their dynamic Finance team. This role involves advising clients on complex banking and finance issues, drafting legal documents, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Candidates should be proactive team players with excellent communication skills. The position offers a competitive salary of £73,000-£90,000 and opportunities for career progression in a supportive work environment.

Benefits

First-class training programme

Early client responsibility

Flexible working

Outstanding diversity initiatives

Support for professional growth

Qualifications

• 2-6 years of experience in banking, corporate, or real estate finance.
• Proactive team player with excellent project management skills.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on banking and finance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents.
• Provide legal support for regulatory compliance.
• Assist during due diligence processes.
• Collaborate with departments to deliver legal services.
• Maintain knowledge of banking regulations.
• Support client relationships through excellent service.
• Contribute to team meetings with legal insights.

Skills

Commercial banking transactions

Excellent communication skills

Project management skills

Education

Solicitor or equivalent with 2-6 years PQE

Job description

We are seeking a Banking Solicitor with 2-6 years PQE to join a dynamic Finance team based in Glasgow or Edinburgh. This role offers exposure to high-profile banking, corporate and real estate finance transactions, with opportunities to work alongside leading lenders and investors on complex deals.

Client Details

This client is a globally recognised, award-winning law firm known for its innovative approach and commitment to diversity and inclusion. With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality advice across multiple sectors, the firm offers a supportive and flexible working environment designed to help lawyers thrive and develop long-term careers.

Description

• Advise clients on a variety of banking and finance matters, including lending, security, and restructuring.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of legal documents and agreements.
• Provide comprehensive legal support to clients in relation to regulatory compliance.
• Assist with due diligence processes during transactions.
• Collaborate with other departments to deliver seamless legal services.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of banking and finance regulations.
• Support the development of client relationships through excellent service delivery.
• Contribute to team meetings and provide insights into current legal developments.

Profile

A successful Banking Solicitor should have:

• A solicitor or equivalent with 2-6 years PQE in banking, corporate, real estate or project finance
• Experienced in commercial banking transactions, with strong technical and commercial awareness
• A proactive team player with excellent communication and project management skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, client-focused environment with a drive for career progression

Job Offer

This is more than just a job - it's a chance to build a lasting career with a market-leading global law firm. You will benefit from a first-class training programme, early client responsibility, and genuine long-term career prospects. The firm offers flexible working, outstanding diversity and inclusion initiatives, and a culture that supports professional growth. Competitive salary £73,000-£90,000.

If you're an experienced Banking Solicitor, apply now or contact James Hitti for more information.