Legal Counsel – Edinburgh

A legal professional with UK qualification is sought to provide expert legal, regulatory and commercial advice within the Retail & Private Banking Legal team in Edinburgh. The role involves supporting projects, transactions and legal strategies related to home ownership, financial health and secured consumer lending. The candidate should have strong knowledge of UK banking law, consumer financial regulation, and secured lending frameworks such as MCOB. Responsibilities include analysing complex legal issues and offering practical, commercially focused guidance to senior stakeholders across the banking sector. The role requires excellent communication skills, sound legal judgement and familiarity with financial compliance standards. This opportunity suits a strategic legal adviser proficient in translating legal complexities into clear business advice.