In-House Legal Counsel – FinTech Banking (Hybrid)

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

Job summary

A fintech challenger bank is seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join their small legal team. This hybrid role involves providing legal advice in matters related to Residential Property consumer credit and savings. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with relevant experience, particularly in real-estate or consumer finance. The position offers a competitive salary, a contributory pension scheme, and generous leave entitlements. This is a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave for up to 14 months.

Benefits

Generous contributory pension scheme

Life assurance

28 days annual leave

Private medical additional services

Free eye-test vouchers

Discounted gym membership

Season ticket travel loans

Qualifications

• Demonstrable post-qualification experience required.
• Previous in-house experience, ideally in banking or regulated financial institutions preferred.
• Experience in real-estate finance or consumer finance is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on Residential Property consumer credit/finance and savings.
• Review, negotiate, and create contracts with suppliers and counterparties.
• Support the General Counsel in maintaining standard-form documentation.

Skills

Strong planning and organisational skills

Sound technical legal skills

Natural problem-solver

Ability to innovate

Exceptional customer service

Education

Qualified solicitor with UK practising certificate

Job description

A fintech challenger bank is seeking a talented Legal Counsel to join their small legal team. This hybrid role involves providing legal advice in matters related to Residential Property consumer credit and savings. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with relevant experience, particularly in real-estate or consumer finance. The position offers a competitive salary, a contributory pension scheme, and generous leave entitlements. This is a fixed-term contract covering maternity leave for up to 14 months.