Legal Counsel Financial Services

QED Legal; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company in London is seeking a motivated Legal Counsel with 4+ years PQE to join their in-house legal team. The role involves providing expert legal advice across various areas including mortgage and consumer lending. Ideal candidates will possess strong negotiation and communication skills. This position offers opportunities for professional development and flexible hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• At least 4 years PQE, ideally in mortgage/consumer lending.
• Experience in financial services regulation.
• Ability to manage diverse workloads independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice on various legal matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Manage legal risks and ensure compliance.
• Communicate legal issues clearly to business teams.
• Stay updated on evolving legislation.

Skills

Expert legal advice

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Commercial mindset

Compliance management

Education

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

Overview

Legal Counsel – Financial Services – 4+ Years PQE – London / Hybrid Working

Our client is a leading financial services company seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to join their respected in-house legal team. This is a broad and varied role offering excellent opportunities for career progression and professional development in a collaborative environment based in London, with flexible hybrid working options.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice across mortgage, consumer lending, regulatory compliance, property, commercial contracts, data protection, corporate, and employment matters
• Support the business by drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements and legal documentation
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to manage legal risks and ensure compliance with regulatory frameworks
• Interpret and communicate complex legal and regulatory issues clearly to business teams
• Stay updated on evolving legislation, ensuring the company’s legal practices remain compliant and ahead of risk

Candidate Profile

• Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with at least 4 years PQE, ideally with experience in mortgage/consumer lending and financial services regulation
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with a strong commercial mindset
• Proven ability to manage a diverse workload independently while collaborating effectively within a team
• Experience gained in a reputable law firm and/or challenging in-house legal environment

Our client welcomes applications from candidates slightly outside the PQE range who possess relevant skills and experience for this role.

Interested in this rewarding in-house legal counsel position? For more information, please contact Simon Campbell at QED Legal.

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