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Financial Regulatory Lawyer - Edinburgh

Financial Services - Private Practice
Ref: 605 Date Posted: Wednesday 07 Jan 2026

Financial Regulatory Lawyer

Location: Edinburgh
Practice Area: Financial Services Regulation
Position Type: Full-time / Permanent

Role Profile:

  • 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.
  • The successful candidate will advise a broad range of financial institutions and regulated businesses on UK and EU financial services regulation, with a particular focus on FCA and PRA regulatory frameworks.
  • This role offers exposure to high-quality advisory, transactional, and contentious regulatory work, including regulatory change projects, governance matters, and regulatory investigations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advising clients on UK financial services regulation, including FCA and PRA rules and guidance.
  • Providing regulatory support on corporate transactions, restructurings, and financings.
  • Advising on authorisations, variations of permission, and regulatory capital requirements.
  • Advising on conduct risk, governance, SMCR, and compliance frameworks.
  • Supporting clients on regulatory change initiatives (including UK reforms and retained EU law).
  • Advising on regulatory investigations, enforcement matters, and skilled person reviews.
  • Liaising with regulators, including the FCA and PRA.
  • Drafting and reviewing policies, procedures, and regulatory disclosures.
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues across corporate, banking, disputes, and employment teams.
  • Contributing to business development, client training, and thought leadership.

Candidate Requirements:

  • Qualified solicitor in Scotland, England & Wales, or another relevant jurisdiction (with UK regulatory experience).
  • Circa NQ- 4 years’ PQE (flexible depending on experience).
  • Candidate with strong transactional experience (corporate, banking, FS) who are interested in a move to a Financial Regulatory role are also invited to apply.
  • Strong experience in financial services regulation within private practice, in-house, or a regulatory body.
  • Good working knowledge of FCA Handbook, PRA Rulebook, and relevant legislation.
  • Experience advising regulated firms such as banks, insurers, asset managers, investment firms, fintechs, or payment services providers.
  • Excellent drafting, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong communication and client-facing abilities.

On Offer:

  • High-quality financial regulatory work with leading clients, working in conjuction with a highly successful London based team, working on a national basis. 
  • A supportive, collaborative, and inclusive team culture.
  • Clear career progression and professional development.
  • A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
  • Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

How to Apply:

For a confidential discussion about this position, to request the full job description please contact:

 

David Thomson- Director

  • Edinburgh:  +44 (0) 131 450 7164
  • Glasgow:    +44 (0) 141 244 0260
  • Aberdeen:  +44 (0) 1224 502 044
  • London:     +44 (0)  203 174 2482
  • Dublin:      +353 (0) 1 699 1360
  • Mobile:      +44 (0)  775 380 9223
  • Email:       david@thomsonlrc.com