Fund Finance Legal Counsel - Lead & Stakeholder Expert

NatWest Group; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services institution in London seeks an experienced Legal Counsel to manage the legal team’s delivery of advice for the Fund Finance business. You will provide expert legal guidance, engage with stakeholders, and enhance the team's operational practices, all while minimizing legal risks. This role is critical to managing communications, achieving high performance standards, and supporting strategic objectives. Must have substantial legal experience and strong stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Significant experience working as a solicitor or barrister.
• Experience in the financial services industry.
• Track record of stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal team's Fund Finance practice to deliver legal strategy.
• Provide expert legal advice and minimize legal risks.
• Manage internal and external communication of legal advice.
• Support strategic objectives and manage legal costs effectively.

Skills

Expert knowledge of law, regulation and practice

Stakeholder management

Industry level knowledge

Understanding of commercial environment

Job description

A leading financial services institution in London seeks an experienced Legal Counsel to manage the legal team’s delivery of advice for the Fund Finance business. You will provide expert legal guidance, engage with stakeholders, and enhance the team's operational practices, all while minimizing legal risks. This role is critical to managing communications, achieving high performance standards, and supporting strategic objectives. Must have substantial legal experience and strong stakeholder management skills.