Associate Lawyer jobs in Edinburgh

A global law firm based in the UK is seeking a qualified lawyer with at least 4 years of post-qualification experience to join its Projects team in Edinburgh or Glasgow. The role involves advising clients on diverse energy and infrastructure projects, with opportunities for client engagement, business development, and career progression to Senior Associate or Partner. Candidates should possess...

You will also provide expertise and leadership for significant investigations involving AML/CTF, sanctions and ABC alongside leading policy efforts for AML/CTF, sanctions and ABC issues.

You will ensure compliance with applicable financial crime laws and regulations, and manage legal and reputational risks associated with its activities.

You will join an award-winning practice where you can deepen your procurement expertise, take on real responsibility and enjoy a clear runway towards Legal Director and Partner level.

You will be given the autonomy, support and headroom to develop towards Legal Director and Partner, within a team that actively invests in your long-term career.

One of the UK's leading international law firms is looking to hire an experienced Construction lawyer to join their transactional construction team in either Glasgow or Edinburgh to work on a variety of construction matters, including construction and projects. Please make an application promptly if you are a good match for this role due to high levels of interest. Role Profile: - - Suitable...

Financial Regulatory Lawyer Location: Edinburgh Position Type: Full‐time / Permanent Top‐tier international law firm are seeking to hire a talented and commercially focused Financial Regulatory Lawyer to join their Tier‐1 Ranking Financial Services team in Edinburgh. Role Profile The successful candidate will advise a broad range of financial institutions and regulated businesses on UK and...

You will regularly advise senior stakeholders on high‐profile and sensitive issues. Role responsibilities - Provide clear, practical and timely legal advice to the FCA, including well‐reasoned analysis of legal risk. - Work collaboratively within the team and contribute positively to the Department and wider Legal Division, including delivering training and supporting knowledge management.

Senior Lawyer (full-time or part-time opportunities available) Division – Legal Division Salary - National (Edinburgh and Leeds) ranging from £60,900 to £76,000 and London £66,900 to £83,500 per annum (Salary offered will be based on skills and experience) About the FCA The FCA regulates the conduct of 45,000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest, fair and competitive....

Pensions Lawyer (Senior Associate) – 6 to 12 years plus PQE Location: Glasgow or Edinburgh Brief We are looking to recruit a 6 to 12 years plus PQE lawyer to join our Scottish pensions team which is top ranked in the Legal 500 and Chambers legal directories. Background The Pinsent Masons pensions team is one of the strongest pensions teams in the UK. Spanning our offices in London,...

You will be part of a collaborative team known for its innovative approach and ability to work across service lines on major, multi-disciplinary projects. This position offers a high level of responsibility, strong prospects for progression, and the opportunity to work with some of the most experienced pensions lawyers in the UK.

A top-tier UK law firm is currently seeking a pensions lawyer (NQ to 5 years PQE) to join its highly regarded Scottish team, with roles available in either Glasgow or Edinburgh. The team is known for its strong reputation in the market and regularly ranks at the top of legal directories for pensions expertise. This opportunity offers exposure to a wide range of high-quality work, advising an...

A leading national law firm is looking for a Procurement Senior Associate to join its Tier 1 ranked procurement team in Scotland. The role involves advising high-profile clients on complex procurement strategies, drafting contracts, and providing compliance support. With clear progression towards Legal Director and Partner levels, this position offers a supportive culture and strong remuneration....

A regulatory organization in the UK seeks a qualified lawyer to provide legal advice within the Governance team. Responsibilities include advising on regulatory issues and collaborating with stakeholders. Candidates must analyze complex legal issues, have at least 3 years' PQE, and possess excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salaries based on experience for candidates...

- Corporate / Commercial Lawyer- 4+ PQE - Edinburgh (hybrid working available) - Excellent work/ life balance Role Profile: Top tier Scottish firm are seeking a talented Corporate / Commercial Lawyer to join theirgrowing legal team in Edinburgh. This role offers the opportunity to work on a broad range of high-quality corporate and commercial matters, advising a diverse client base from...

You will advise on a wide range of complex matters, drawing on extensive experience across various dispute resolution methods, including adjudication, arbitration, litigation in the Technology and Construction Court, mediation, and industry-specific procedures.

You will support them in managing and further developing an exceptional client base across Edinburgh with a focus on high-net worth clients, large-scale transactions and, resultantly a high-quality, lower volume caseload. - There are two roles available, one at Senior Solicitor/Associate level and the other at Senior Associate Level.

You will ideally have circa 1-3 years’ PQE and are admitted and qualified in Scotland and/or England & Wales and have experience of the property aspects of energy projects. - Candidates must also be technically excellent but equally important, commercially aware and enthusiastic about, and demonstrate a track record of, business development.

Leading international law firm, with an exceptional reputation for the banking & finance practice is looking to hire an additional Associate level lawyer to join their high-ranking team. This role can be based in Edinburgh or Glasgow with hybrid- working also available. Role Profile Working as part of a highly innovative national team you will act for lenders and borrowers and will be...

Our client has recently posted impressive turnover and profitability figures and is currently in growth mode. Due to an upturn in activity and recently refurbished office, it currently has opportunities for senior level lawyers across Real Estate, Private Client, Litigation and Corporate. A following is desirable but the firm will also consider candidates who may not be able to quantify a...

You will identify and manage legal risk in delivering targeted, commercially-focused legal advice on all matters, including: - Product terms and conditions and associated documentation. - Customer journeys and communications. - Responding to operational, complaint and process queries as they arise.

Top tier Scottish firm are looking to hire an Associate/ Senior Associate to join their highly successful Rural Business & Natural Capital team- this role is based in Edinburgh with hybrid- working on offer. Before applying for this role, please read the following information about this opportunity found below. Role Profile: The Rural Business sector is a vibrant and important part of the...