Banking & Finance Litigation - Senior Associate

Are you a driven Financial Litigation solicitor eager to elevate your career to a senior level with a leading firm?

This highly regarded Top 50 national firm has earned a reputation for championing flexible working arrangements and cultivating a people-first culture. Their Tier 1 Financial Litigation team is at the forefront of the industry, handling some of the most significant and impactful work in the sector.

Join them as a Senior Associate (3+ PQE) in their Glasgow office and collaborate with market-leading Partners in a supportive environment that encourages rapid career progression.

The Firm

This national firm has seen remarkable growth in recent years, developing an excellent reputation among both clients and employees. At the heart of the firm's success is a commitment to its people, with a progressive approach that empowers employees to tailor their working patterns to fit their lifestyles.

The firm's commitment to nurturing a supportive and enriching work culture is reflected not only in employee satisfaction but also in impressive revenue growth, prompting expansion across the UK. They firmly believe that their people are key to their success, resulting in significant investments in professional development, coupled with a flexible approach to work-life balance.

The firm's innovative and forward-thinking culture encourages ambition, creativity, and exceptional client service, all while maintaining a strong focus on employee well-being. The firm's prestigious client roster includes high-profile companies and private clients, offering access to complex and large-scale work that will allow you to showcase your skills and expertise.

The Role

This is a unique opportunity to join a prestigious and talented Tier 1 Financial Litigation team. You will take on a diverse range of financial services litigation matters, providing comprehensive legal expertise and in-depth advice to a varied client base.

Your caseload will involve high-value, complex, and often sensitive matters, working with one of the largest specialist teams in the country to support a prestigious national and international clientele. You will work with premier lenders, investment firms, building societies, and a broad range of banking institutions, including clearing banks, international and challenger banks and digital banks.

This role offers exposure to a broad spectrum of financial matters, such as banking disputes, financial crime, cryptocurrency, mortgages, professional negligence and more.

As a senior member of the team, you will play a key role in business development, building strong relationships with both existing and new clients. Additionally, you will mentor junior team members, providing guidance and support in their career development.

Collaborating with highly respected colleagues, you will have the opportunity to develop market-leading expertise in this rapidly evolving area, setting you on a path toward a senior position with one of the UK's leading law firms.

The Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 3 years' PQE in Financial or Commercial Litigation
• Demonstrates ambition and a strong drive for excellence
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills with exceptional interpersonal abilities
• Skilled at problem-solving in an organised and effective manner
• Ability to manage complex and diverse workloads to the highest standard
• Possesses a proactive, innovative mindset with a focus on adding value

What's on Offer

• Join a Top 50 law firm and award-winning employer
• Flexible and hybrid working culture embedded in the firm's ethos
• Work on top-tier client matters with exposure to high-quality and varied caseloads
• Exceptional career development opportunities
• Competitive salary reflective of experience
• Comprehensive benefits package and a strong focus on employee well-being

If you are ready to take your career to the next level, apply now for immediate consideration.
For a confidential discussion, please contact Jules Grieve at 0131 460 7747 or via email at jules@jmc-legal.com.