Junior In-House Lawyer

Fry and Brown; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable financial services firm in the UK is seeking an In-House Lawyer. This position involves a mix of commercial contract work and fintech projects. Ideal candidates will have 1-2 years of experience or be newly qualified with relevant in-house exposure. Strong communication and adaptability are key as you'll engage with stakeholders across the organization.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of post-qualification experience or newly qualified with six months of in-house experience.
• Strong background in financial services or commercial contracts.
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Drive forward strategy for the legal team.
• Engage with stakeholders at various levels.
• Support fintech projects and corporate lending initiatives.

Skills

Commercial contracts

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Law degree

Job description

Step into a dynamic role as an In-House Lawyer and get involved in driving forward the strategy for this reputable financial services company. This position offers a unique blend of commercial contract work, fintech projects, financial services regulatory and corporate lending initiatives, all within a supportive and fun-filled legal team. With a focus on transformation projects and digitisation, you'll be at the heart of exciting developments in the industry.

Our client is seeking a versatile legal professional with 1-2 years of post-qualification experience, or a newly qualified lawyer with at least six months of in-house experience, ideally from financial services. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in either commercial contracts or financial services and be hungry and eager to learn. You should have an ability to navigate complex regulatory requirements, and you'll need to be quick on your feet, adaptable, and ready to engage with stakeholders at all levels, from call centre staff to the executive team. A robust academic background and the ability to communicate effectively and with personality is essential.