Chief Legal Counsel, Financial Regulation

Page Executive; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in the UK is seeking an experienced General Counsel to lead its Legal Directorate. In this critical role, you will provide strategic legal advice to senior leadership and oversee the Bank's legal risk management framework, driving innovation within a large team. The ideal candidate is a qualified legal professional with a deep understanding of financial regulation and significant experience influencing at the executive level. This opportunity offers a generous benefits package and the potential for flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Discretionary performance award

8% benefits allowance

26 days' annual leave

Private medical insurance

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of financial regulation and public law is essential.
• Proven ability to advise at Board and Executive level on complex issues.
• Experience managing large, diverse legal teams.
• Exceptional judgment in managing legal and reputational risks.
• Skilled at building relationships with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire a team of approximately 200 legal professionals.
• Provide strategic legal advice to senior leadership.
• Oversee the Bank's legal risk management framework.
• Represent the Bank in high-profile legal matters.
• Champion innovation, inclusion, and wellbeing within the Legal Directorate.

Skills

Expert Legal Leader

Strategic Advisor

Transformational Leader

Risk Navigator

Influencer

Inclusive Innovator

Global Perspective

Education

Qualified solicitor, barrister or equivalent

Job description

A leading financial institution in the UK is seeking an experienced General Counsel to lead its Legal Directorate. In this critical role, you will provide strategic legal advice to senior leadership and oversee the Bank's legal risk management framework, driving innovation within a large team. The ideal candidate is a qualified legal professional with a deep understanding of financial regulation and significant experience influencing at the executive level. This opportunity offers a generous benefits package and the potential for flexible working arrangements.