Commercial Counsel - Financial Services

Michael Page (UK); London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international investment bank is seeking a Commercial Lawyer with 2+ PQE to join their legal team in London. The role involves drafting agreements, providing legal advice, and ensuring compliance in the financial services sector. This position offers a competitive salary and professional development opportunities, making it an excellent career move for ambitious legal professionals.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Support for professional development

Central London location with transport links

Qualifications

• PQE between 2 and 5 years.
• Experience with financial services laws and regulations is ideal.
• Proven ability to draft complex legal agreements.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate various commercial agreements.
• Provide legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with laws and regulations in financial services.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Legal Compliance

Education

Solicitor qualification in England and Wales

Job description

• International Investment Bank known for thought leadership & deep expertise
• Searching for 2+ PQE Commercial Lawyer wanting to gain broad experience

About Our Client

Our client is an international investment bank with a strong global presence across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. Known for it's deep expertise in equity and fixed income markets, the firm provides a range of services including research, sales and trading, capital markets, and M&A advisory with clients spanning institutional investors, corporations, and governments. The organisation combines a disciplined, relationship-driven approach and is particularly respected for their thought leadership and strong governance.

Job Description

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements
• Provide clear and commercially focused legal advice to internal stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations within the financial services sector.
• Monitor regulatory changes and advise on their impact on the organisation.
• Manage external legal counsel relationships as needed.
• Assist in resolving legal disputes and mitigating potential risks if needed.
• Support the legal department in the development of policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on legal matters.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate should have:

• A qualification as a solicitor in England and Wales.
• 2 - 5 PQE
• Ideally bringing experience with applicable laws and regulations in financial services.
• Proven ability to negotiate and draft complex legal agreements.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

What's on Offer

• A competitive salary in the range of £80,000 to £100,000 per annum depending on experience
• Bonus
• A comprehensive benefits package, including pension and healthcare.
• Support for professional development and career progression.
• A central London location with excellent transport links.

If you are a skilled Legal Counsel seeking an engaging role in London within the financial services industry, we encourage you to apply today!