In-house Regulatory Lawyer

Michael Page Legal; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working from Manchester

Wellbeing support

Comprehensive pension

Healthcare offerings

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Michael Page Legal is partnering with a leading global banking organisation in the North West to recruit an In-house Regulatory Lawyer focusing on payments and card products. The role provides strategic regulatory guidance and partnerships with senior stakeholders.

The successful candidate will advise on PSD2, FCA rules and the Consumer Credit Act, support product launches, and help manage regulatory change within a large, fast-paced environment. A solicitor with 5+ PQE is preferred.

Qualifications

• Provides legal and regulatory advice on payments, cards and consumer finance products.
• Advises on PSD2, FCA rules and Consumer Credit Act requirements.
• Supports product development and regulatory change initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Drafts, reviews and negotiates regulatory documentation and agreements.
• Collaborates with compliance, risk and commercial teams to ensure compliance.
• Manages relationships with stakeholders across the legal function.

Skills

Payments regulation

PSD2

FCA regulations

Consumer Credit Act

Stakeholder management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Solicitor qualification (5+ PQE)

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a In-house Regulatory Lawyer / Payments Regulatory Lawyer to join a leading global banking organisation in the North West. Working as part of a highly regarded legal team, you'll provide strategic regulatory advice on payments and card products while partnering with senior stakeholders across a complex and evolving business.

Client Details

Our client is a globally recognised financial institution with a reputation for innovation, operational excellence and responsible banking. With a strong focus on employee development, diversity and flexible working, the organisation offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape the future of financial services. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, exposure to international matters and clear opportunities for career progression within a highly respected legal function. The organisation is also known for investing heavily in professional development, wellbeing initiatives and flexible working arrangements.

Description

The In-house Regulatory Lawyer will be:

• Providing legal and regulatory advice relating to payments, cards and wider consumer finance products.
• Advising on the interpretation and application of PSD2, FCA rules and Consumer Credit Act requirements.
• Supporting product development teams on the launch and enhancement of payment solutions.
• Working closely with compliance, risk and business stakeholders to manage regulatory change initiatives.
• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating legal documentation while ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance.

Profile

The In-house Regulatory Lawyer should be:

• A solicitor or equivalent with ideally 5+ years' PQE.
• Experienced in advising on payments regulation within a financial services environment.
• Possessing strong knowledge of PSD2, FCA regulations and the Consumer Credit Act.
• Comfortable managing stakeholder relationships across legal, compliance and commercial teams.
• Commercially minded with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Able to work effectively within a large, complex and fast-paced organisation.

Job Offer

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading financial services business offering exposure to high-profile payments and regulatory matters. Alongside a competitive salary of circa £105,000, you'll benefit from flexible working from Manchester, comprehensive wellbeing support, excellent pension and healthcare offerings, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced legal professionals in the sector. The organisation is committed to career progression and provides genuine opportunities to develop your expertise in one of the fastest-evolving areas of financial services law.