In-House Legal Counsel – Banking & FinTech (Hybrid, FTC)

Castle Trust Bank; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A fintech challenger bank in London seeks a qualified Legal Counsel to provide legal advice across various business lines. In this hybrid role, you'll mitigate risk and handle contracts, contributing to the organization's legal framework. The ideal candidate has sound legal knowledge and a commercial mindset, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a pension scheme and wellness programs.

Benefits

Generous contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

28 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Private medical services

Free eye-test vouchers

Discounted gym membership

Season ticket travel loans

Qualifications

• Demonstrable post-qualification experience as a solicitor.
• Experience within banking or regulated financial institutions preferred.
• Familiarity with real-estate finance or consumer finance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice in Residential Property, consumer credit/finance, and savings.
• Support the business in litigation matters and mitigate risks.
• Review, negotiate, and create contracts with external parties.

Skills

Problem-solving

Planning and organizational skills

Technical legal skills

Commercial mindset

Education

Qualified solicitor with UK practicing certificate

Job description

A fintech challenger bank in London seeks a qualified Legal Counsel to provide legal advice across various business lines. In this hybrid role, you'll mitigate risk and handle contracts, contributing to the organization's legal framework. The ideal candidate has sound legal knowledge and a commercial mindset, with a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including a pension scheme and wellness programs.