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We are advising a leading independent Scottish law firm on the critical and demand driven appointment of a Partner within its Banking & Finance practice, based in Edinburgh. The team is well-established and being invested in for further growth. The team has a broad portfolio advising banks, borrowers and alternative lenders across real estate finance, acquisition and development funding, and broader loan and security matters. The practice operates at the intersection of banking and commercial property, with strong internal referral channels and an embedded client base. This opportunity will suit an established Partner or senior lawyer with a credible Banking & Finance practice, seeking a platform with strong leadership, collaborative culture, and clear growth ambition. A track record of client development and relationship management is expected, and all discussions will be handled in the strictest confidence.

Solicitor – Risk and Compliance – Law Firm – 5 PQE – Edinburgh or Glasgow (Hybrid) An opportunity to join a modern, innovative and proudly independent law firm with a strong reputation for proactive risk management and commercial awareness. This role sits within a high‑performing Risk & Compliance function that supports strategic, regulatory and operational obligations across the firm. You’ll play a key part in ensuring high‑quality, pragmatic compliance that enables safe, consistent client service. The Role You will provide expert advice on professional regulation and compliance, supporting partners, solicitors and departments across the firm. Working closely with the Head of Risk & Compliance, you will translate regulatory requirements into practical tools, controls and guidance that are embedded across the matter lifecycle. The position also plays an important part in developing the firm’s commercial risk and compliance offering, contributing to service design, client delivery and business development. Key Responsibilities • Provide professional regulation and compliance advice on LSS and, where relevant, SRA obligations, • Translate regulatory requirements into accessible guidance notes, templates, decision tools and intranet resources, • Support strong supervision and quality assurance practices across teams, including reviews, learning capture and communication standards, • Lead or support regulatory notifications, returns, inspections and information requests, • Design and deliver targeted training and awareness initiatives for departments, • Support the development and growth of the firm’s commercial risk & compliance service, • Help define and deliver repeatable service lines, including diagnostics, audits, retained advisory work and policy suites About You • Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales or Scotland) with around 5 PQE, • Strong grounding in professional regulation, risk and compliance within a law‑firm environment, • Ability to translate regulatory expectations into practical, usable tools and controls, • Confident advising senior stakeholders with clear, commercially aligned guidance, • Experience with LSS and/or SRA conduct frameworks, conflict risk, confidentiality, undertakings and professional practice requirements, • Comfortable contributing to training, process design and client‑facing compliance services Take the Next Step If this opportunity resonates, please contact Chris Simmonds at or 07947 857 473 for a confidential discussion.

Commercial Associate 3+PQE - Edinburgh (Open to Glasgow) - Salary up to £80k The Opportunity An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Commercial Contracts Lawyer (3+ PQE) to join a well-established and growing commercial practice operating on a national and cross-border basis. This role offers the chance to work on complex advisory and contractual matters, supporting clients across a range of sectors including retail, technology, sport, healthcare and financial services. You’ll be part of a collaborative and high-performing team, supporting senior lawyers on strategically important work while continuing to develop your technical expertise across commercial, IP, data and digital matters. This is an excellent opportunity for an associate looking to build depth in non-contentious commercial work while gaining exposure to sophisticated, multi-jurisdictional matters. You can expect: • Structured support and close mentoring from senior lawyers, • Exposure to complex and high-value commercial work, • Opportunities to develop expertise across commercial, IP and data matters, • The possibility of client secondments as your career develops, • A clear framework for progression based on performance and contribution The Team You’ll join a top commercial practice working collaboratively across offices on UK-wide and cross-border matters. The team advises clients on a broad range of issues, including: • General commercial contracts, • Data, digital and technology advisory work, • Intellectual property protection and exploitation, • Outsourcing and managed services, • SaaS, cloud and technology-driven arrangements The working environment is inclusive, supportive and quality-led, with a strong emphasis on teamwork, knowledge sharing and long-term career development. Key Responsibilities • Supporting senior lawyers in advising on a wide range of commercial contracts, including supply, distribution and outsourcing arrangements., • Assisting with the drafting and negotiation of IP and technology-related agreements, including licensing arrangements., • Contributing to advisory work relating to data protection, consumer law and compliance., • Supporting on larger and more complex matters such as brand-related transactions and technology procurement projects., • Assisting with the delivery of managed legal services and ongoing support for clients., • Building strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders., • Sharing knowledge and supporting the development of trainees and paralegals. The Candidate You’ll be a qualified solicitor in England & Wales with 3+ years’ PQE, gained within a recognised commercial practice. You will have: • Experience advising on commercial contracts and related advisory matters., • Exposure to supply and distribution, outsourcing or IP agreements., • Experience in IP and technology matters (desirable but not essential)., • Strong drafting and analytical skills., • A practical, solutions-focused approach to legal advice., • Confidence working as part of a collaborative, fast-paced team. This role would suit a lawyer who enjoys variety, technical development and working with commercially sophisticated clients. The Benefits • Salary up to £80k, • Comprehensive benefits package, • Generous bonus structure, • 25 days annual leave package plus bank holidays and Christmas, • Company Pension, • Travel & Medical Insurance Apply in the strictest of confidence Dominika Holda, Recruitment Consultant (Commercial) Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07376 640 525 E-mail: WILLIAM JAMES RECRUITMENT William James Recruitment is the number one recruitment partner to law firms in the UK & internationally. We work with a variety of top-tier clients, including a range of legal 500 firms.

Banking & Finance Solicitor (2-5 PQE) Location: Edinburgh or Glasgow Firm: Top 50 UK Firm | International Platform | L500 Ranked Team Salary: Attractive Salary + Excellent Benefits The Role & The Work A well-known Top 50 UK firm with an international platform is seeking a Banking & Finance Solicitor (2–5 PQE) to join its growing Scotland offering. This is an opportunity for you to be part of a fast-growing and entrepreneurial Scottish practice, while benefiting from the strength, reputation and deal flow of a highly regarded national team. The structure of the team means you will have genuine input into shaping the local offering, while being fully supported by an established and L500 recognised banking practice. The team advises on a broad range of financing transactions, acting for lenders, borrowers and investors across multiple sectors. As such, you will gain exposure to high-quality, often multi-jurisdictional work, with the chance to develop a well-rounded and commercial skillset. You will be involved across the full transaction lifecycle, from drafting and negotiating facility agreements and security documents, through to handling intercreditor arrangements, conditions precedent processes and deal completion. The consistent flow of work means you will quickly take on meaningful responsibility for transactions, building confidence and client exposure early on. The variety of work is a key draw, spanning corporate lending, leveraged finance, real estate finance, asset finance and project finance, offering a strong platform to deepen your technical expertise across multiple disciplines. Alongside your transactional work, you will have opportunities to support and mentor junior lawyers, contribute to client development initiatives, and play a visible role in the continued growth of the Scottish practice. This is an ideal role for an ambitious Banking and Finance Lawyer looking to combine high-quality national work with the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a growing team, all within a firm known for its supportive, people-focused culture. Your Experience • Scottish or Dual Qualified Solicitor with 2-5 years’ PQE in Banking & Finance, • Experience advising on lending transactions across the full lifecycle, • Strong drafting skills, particularly in facility agreements and security documentation, • Exposure to areas such as leveraged finance, real estate finance or corporate lending, • Strong communication skills and ability to build client relationships, • A proactive, commercially aware and collaborative approach, • Interest in mentoring junior team members and contributing to team growth Why This Role? • Join a Top 50 UK firm with an international platform, • Be part of a L500 recognised Banking & Finance team, • High-quality work with major banks, financial institutions and investors, • Opportunity to help shape a growing Scottish practice, • Strong balance of autonomy and national team support, • Clear and supported career progression pathway, • Collaborative, forward-thinking and people-centric culture, • Lucrative salary, and comprehensive benefits package If you’d like to explore this opportunity further, please contact Tilly Scott on 0131 460 7747 or for a confidential discussion.

Planning Associate / Senior Associate (4+ PQE) – Leading Global Law Firm – Glasgow/Edinburgh Conekt Legal is currently partnering with our client, a leading global law firm to recruit a senior associate or associate into their highly regarded UK Planning and Public Law practice. This role will be based in either their Glasgow or Edinburgh office. This is an exciting opportunity to join a market-leading practice working at the forefront of complex, high-profile development and infrastructure projects, alongside a recognised leader in the planning space. The work is varied, high quality and often at the more complex end of the market. The role would suit an experienced planning solicitor with 4 + years PQE. The Opportunity This is a fantastic opportunity for a planning lawyer looking to: • Work on top-tier, complex work with real variety, • Gain exposure to both contentious and non-contentious planning, • Develop their profile within a highly respected national team, • Work in a collaborative environment with clear progression opportunities Why Apply? • Join a leading global platform with a strong reputation in planning, • Work on high-profile, complex projects across the UK, • Flexible location across Glasgow or Edinburgh, • Clear opportunity to develop and progress your career The Role You will work closely with the Head of the UK Planning and Public Law team, advising on a broad mix of contentious and non-contentious planning matters. You will work on a broad range of high profile and interesting planning matters and advisory work to include advising on large scale regeneration, housing and mixed-use development schemes, planning strategy and delivery for major infrastructure and energy-related projects, environmental and impact assessment work, highways and compulsory purchase matters, advising on local plans, viability and community infrastructure levy and supporting on planning appeals, inquiries and judicial review challenges. You will be involved throughout the lifecycle of projects, working closely with developers, investors, lenders and public sector bodies. The Team The team is known for its commercial, solution-focused approach and ability to navigate complex planning issues on high-value, strategically important projects. You will be working alongside a highly ranked partner with an outstanding reputation in the market for: • Handling complex and high-value planning matters, • Providing pragmatic, commercially focused advice, • Leading on innovative and challenging development projects About You • Qualified Solicitor (Scotland OR England & Wales qualified) 4+ PQE with experience in planning law, • Experience across development, infrastructure or environmental planning matters, • Exposure to contentious work (appeals, inquiries or judicial review) is advantageous but not essential, • Commercially minded with strong analytical and communication skills, • Keen to take on responsibility and work closely with clients If you are interested in this role and would like to have a confidential chat to discuss further please get in touch at or call 07852332587.

JUNIOR LAWYERS - 1- 2 YRS PQE [COMMERCIAL EXPERIENCE - INTEREST IN TAX] CORPORATE TAX - EDINBURGH OR GLASGOW 🟥 " A great opportunity to have a legal career which focuses on on high-quality, high-profile matters" 🟥 If you’re a junior lawyer who enjoys the technical side of law but wants something a little different from the traditional transactional path, this role could be exactly what you’re looking for. We’re looking for a Solicitor or Senior Solicitor to join our Corporate Tax team—a collaborative group of solicitors, chartered accountants and chartered tax advisers who work together to deliver clear, pragmatic advice on UK and Scottish tax matters. Corporate tax sits at the heart of many of the most interesting deals. In this role, you’ll advise on the tax aspects of company acquisitions, disposals and restructurings, the structuring of complex commercial property transactions, and the design of tax-efficient employee share incentives. The team also supports the structuring of investment funds, advises on insolvency and restructuring transactions, and provides strategic tax planning alongside transactional support. You’ll work with a varied client base and collaborate closely with colleagues across the firm, giving you exposure to a wide range of work and the opportunity to develop deep technical expertise. Alongside transaction-focused work, you’ll also have the chance to get involved in broader tax advisory matters, including employment taxes and standalone tax planning. Our Corporate Tax team is top ranked in Chambers (Band 1) and works closely with other market-leading practice areas across the firm. It’s a great place to build a career if you’re curious, commercially minded, and interested in developing a specialist skill set that sits at the centre of complex legal work. What is required: 🔹Ideally some exposure to tax either in studies or work experience🔹Genuine interest into moving into this area of law🔹 Please contact : Liz Frost for a confidential discussion: E: or call T: 0131 538 0900 M: 07399933089.

Investment Funds Associate – UK Asset Management Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid Working) Join a top-tier global law firm with a thriving UK asset management and investment funds practice. Work in gorgeous newly refurbished Edinburgh offices, alongside an ambitious, friendly team in a fast-moving environment. We advise UK and global fund managers, from boutique emerging managers to large institutions, on fund structuring, formation, corporate transactions, and regulatory matters. Our work spans private and listed funds, with a strong presence in impact and development finance funds. The Role: • Draft and negotiate fund documentation (LPAs, side letters, IMAs, shareholder/LLP agreements)., • Review fund documentation for institutional investors and prepare due diligence reports., • Advise on capital markets transactions for listed funds, including IPOs and fundraising., • Scottish-qualified lawyer with 2–5 PQE (more senior considered)., • Experience in private and/or listed funds and knowledge of UK partnership law., • Understanding of AIFMD and UK financial promotion regime., • Strong drafting, negotiation, commercial awareness, and client-facing skills. Take your career to the next level in a prestigious, forward-thinking firm that combines expertise, innovation, and an outstanding culture. 🌍On offer is a great salary, outstanding bonus . Please contact : Liz Frost for a confidential discussion: E: or call T: 0131 538 0900 M: 07399933089🌍

Service Care Solutions are supporting a well know Law firm who have a standout opportunity for an experienced Corporate & Commercial lawyer to join a fast-growth firm offering a genuine platform for progression, autonomy, and practice-building. This is a role for someone who wants more than just a seat at the table — it’s for someone who wants to help shape it. The Opportunity You’ll be joining a growing Corporate team with strong momentum, high-quality work, and clear ambitions. The firm is investing in its Corporate practice and is looking for individuals who want to be part of that growth story. Work includes: M&A and strategic transactions Corporate structuring and advisory Shareholder arrangements and governance Exposure to Oil & Gas within a broader Corporate practiceAt this level, your role will extend beyond delivery into client development, strategy, and team growth. What They’re Looking For Senior Associate, Legal Director or Partner-level Corporate lawyer Strong technical background and commercial approach Proven ability to manage clients and contribute to business development A portable client base or a clear, credible growth planThere is no rigid threshold in terms of following — the firm takes a pragmatic view. Context, timing, and growth potential all matter. Candidates without a significant following may still be considered where there is clear evidence of: Strong net...

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