Legal Director, Regulatory Affairs & Compliance

Marsden International Legal Search Limited; London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the fintech sector is seeking a Director of Regulatory Affairs & Compliance to join their dynamic team. This newly created role offers a unique opportunity to shape the regulatory landscape within a fast-paced, founder-led company that has achieved 'Unicorn' status. The successful candidate will provide strategic legal advice to senior leaders, ensuring compliance with FCA regulations and supporting product launches. With a hybrid working model and a competitive salary package, this role is perfect for a qualified lawyer with a strong regulatory background looking to make a significant impact in a high-growth environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years PQE with experience in FS Regulatory practice.
• Deep technical knowledge as a regulatory lawyer.

Responsibilities

• Advise on FCA and consumer duty regulations.
• Develop and maintain compliance frameworks.
• Liaise with regulators and external counsel.

Skills

Regulatory Affairs

Compliance

FCA Regulations

Legal Documentation

Stakeholder Management

Education

Qualified Lawyer

Job description

Legal Director, Regulatory Affairs & Compliance - 10+ PQE - London

Marsden is partnering with a leader in the fintech sector to hire a Director of Regulatory Affairs & Compliance. This is a newly created role supporting the business. It offers an opportunity to take on a strategic position within a fast-paced, founder-led company that has already achieved 'Unicorn' status and is entering its next growth phase.

The role offers a competitive salary package, including long-term incentives, and is based in Central London with hybrid working arrangements.

Reporting to the Chief Legal & Risk Officer, you will focus on all regulatory and compliance matters, including:

• Advising senior leaders on FCA, consumer duty, and other relevant financial services regulatory and legal frameworks.
• Supporting the business with legal and compliance risk advice.
• Drafting and negotiating regulatory documentation.
• Developing and maintaining a robust compliance framework aligned with operational processes.
• Liaising extensively with the FCA and other regulators.
• Advising on regulatory issues related to product launches and key initiatives.
• Instructing external counsel when necessary.

To qualify, you should be a qualified lawyer with 10+ years PQE, trained in the FS Regulatory practice of a top-tier firm, with subsequent experience in-house or in private practice in a similar role. You should possess deep technical knowledge as a regulatory lawyer and have experience working in an FCA-regulated environment. The ability to work effectively with C-suite stakeholders in a high-growth setting is essential.

HOW TO APPLY
Please apply with your CV attached or contact Amanda Chard, Head of Interim Legal Search at Marsden for a confidential discussion about this role or other in-house opportunities.
Marsden Group is a global recruitment consultancy known for its personal approach, extensive industry experience, and understanding of career management.

All applications will be reviewed, and a consultant will contact suitable candidates. Our advertisements list PQE/salary levels as a guide; we welcome applications from all candidates demonstrating the necessary skills to fulfill the role.