Legal Officer

NACBA; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial institution in London is seeking a legal advisor to handle documentation and compliance. You will provide legal advice, manage litigation, and assist with governance matters. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years' experience within a financial institution, strong communication skills, and attention to detail. This role offers a competitive package.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in drafting legal documentation within a financial institution.
• Strong understanding of banking services and products.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide or arrange legal advice to mitigate litigation risks.
• Assist the Company Secretary with secretarial duties.
• Review and update standard documents of the Bank.

Skills

Experience in drafting legal documentation

Strong understanding of banking services

Excellent verbal communication

Excellent written communication

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Provide or arrange legal advice and ensure the Bank complies with statutory and regulatory procedures to mitigate litigation risks.
• Assist the Company Secretary with secretarial duties.
• Review and update standard documents of the Bank, consulting external legal advisors as needed.
• Review, amend, and approve contractual documents with the Bank's suppliers and service providers.
• Negotiate and finalize legal documentation, including banking agreements with customers.
• Manage litigation through the Bank's solicitors.
• Provide advice on employment law and regulations.
• Assist with corporate governance matters.

Skills:

• 3-5 years' experience in drafting legal documentation within a financial institution.
• Strong understanding of banking services and products.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

If interested, please apply or email [e-mail].

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