Employment Counsel, 4+

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning digital bank is on the lookout for an experienced employment counsel to join its dynamic Employee Relations team in London. This is a unique opportunity to influence HR strategies and provide expert legal advice on a wide range of employment law matters, both contentious and non-contentious. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Financial Services, particularly with fintechs and challenger banks, and a solid understanding of FCA regulations. Join a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where your contributions will be valued and have a significant impact on the business.

Qualifications

• Experience in advising Financial Services firms and fintechs.
• Trained and qualified at a top City law firm.

Responsibilities

• Shape HR strategies and provide advice on employment law.
• Support corporate activities including M&A.

Skills

Employment Law

HR Strategies

Contentious Matters

Non-Contentious Matters

M&A Support

FCA Conduct Rules

Senior Manager & Certification Regime

Education

Qualified at a top City law firm

5 years' PQE

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Employment Counsel - Digital Bank, London

This award-winning digital bank is seeking an experienced employment counsel to join its Employee Relations team in London.

In this role, you will play an integral part in shaping HR strategies, providing advice on the full spectrum of employment law, including contentious and non-contentious matters, as well as supporting corporate activities such as M&A.

Candidates should have trained and qualified at a top City law firm, with approximately 5 years' PQE advising Financial Services firms, fintechs, and challenger banks. Experience with the FCA's Conduct Rules and the Senior Manager & Certification Regime is highly desirable.

This position offers a rare opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer with strong technical skills to join an entrepreneurial, fast-paced, and highly successful business.