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Banking Solicitor

Edinburgh Permanent £65,000 - £85,000 per year View Job Description
The successful candidate will handle high-profile deals, working closely with banks, financial institutions, and corporate clients, providing expert legal guidance in a fast-paced environment. Advising clients on a wide range of complex banking and finance transactions.
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  • Global Reach and Expertise
  • Collaborative and Innovative Environment

About Our Client

Our client is a global, top-tier legal services provider with a strong presence in over 40 countries, offering expertise across a broad range of industries and sectors. Known for its innovation, client-focused solutions, and collaborative approach, this firm delivers high-quality legal support to businesses and institutions worldwide.

Job Description

  • Provide expert legal advice and guidance in the field of banking law.
  • Handle diverse transactions across sectors such as technology, media, telecoms, energy, life sciences, healthcare, and hotels. We work with a wide range of clients, including major banks, alternative lenders, private equity sponsors, and technology start-ups, and focus on fintech investments, emerging technologies like AI and blockchain, and multi-jurisdictional deals.
  • Responsibilities include multi-jurisdictional lending, acquisition finance, embedded finance transactions, and advisory work.
  • Stay abreast of changes in banking law and regulation.
  • Contribute to the development of legal strategies and policies.
  • Contribute to the training and development of junior team members.
  • Participate in business development activities to grow the company's client base.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Banking Solicitor should have:

  • Between 2 and 6 years experience in transactional banking law
  • Proven expertise in banking law.
  • The ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

What's on Offer

  • A competitive salary in the range of £65,000 to £85,000 per annum.
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including full professional practice coverage.
  • A supportive and inclusive work environment in the heart of Edinburgh.
  • The opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and industries.
  • A role that offers the opportunity for professional growth and development.



If you are a Banking Solicitor who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your legal career.

Contact
James Hitti
Quote job ref
JN-082024-6522457
Phone number
+441312430370

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Banking & Finance - Private Practice
Sector
Business Services
Location
Edinburgh
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
James Hitti
Consultant phone
+441312430370
Job reference
JN-082024-6522457