Legal Counsel: Litigation & Regulatory Investigations

HSBC; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international bank is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice within its Birmingham location. This role involves managing litigation and regulatory enforcement matters while offering strategic legal guidance to stakeholders. The ideal candidate should be a qualified lawyer with relevant PQE experience in civil litigation and a keen interest in financial services. The position operates under a hybrid work model and values diverse perspectives and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil litigation and regulatory enforcement/investigation matters.
• Ability to prioritize against changing facts and stakeholder demands.
• Experience with financial services clients is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters and cross-border regulatory enforcement.
• Provide legal and strategic advice to HSBC management.
• Conduct root cause analyses to minimize non-financial risks.

Skills

Civil litigation

Regulatory enforcement

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Qualified Lawyer with PQE

Job description

A leading international bank is seeking a Legal Counsel to provide expert legal advice within its Birmingham location. This role involves managing litigation and regulatory enforcement matters while offering strategic legal guidance to stakeholders. The ideal candidate should be a qualified lawyer with relevant PQE experience in civil litigation and a keen interest in financial services. The position operates under a hybrid work model and values diverse perspectives and inclusivity.