Lending Regulatory Counsel

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is looking for a passionate legal professional to join their team, focusing on consumer and commercial lending. In this role, you will advise on regulatory matters, ensure compliance with local laws, and develop systems to manage risks effectively. You will collaborate with various teams globally, representing the company in interactions with regulators. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your expertise will help shape the future of financial services. If you are committed to building an inclusive economy and have a strong background in regulatory advisory, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in legal roles with lending advisory experience.
• Strong understanding of regulatory matters in FinTech and banking.

Responsibilities

• Advise on regulatory matters affecting global business operations.
• Ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements while innovating.

Skills

Regulatory Advisory

Consumer Credit Knowledge

Risk Management

FinTech Experience

Regulatory Compliance

Job description

Job Description

Square is seeking a highly engaged legal professional passionate about consumer and commercial lending to join our team. Under the guidance of the Global Lending Regulatory Counsel, you will:

1. Advise on regulatory matters affecting Square's global business, including UK Consumer Credit licensure, EU consumer credit rules, and Australian Credit licensure.
2. Summarize and analyze the impact of new applicable rules and regulations.
3. Identify risk areas and develop systems and procedures to manage and mitigate these risks at both product and enterprise levels.
4. Ensure the business complies with local regulatory requirements while delivering innovative product solutions to customers.
5. Represent Square in interactions with regulators and external partners regarding regulatory issues.
6. Manage licensing applications and compliance for existing and new jurisdictions.
7. Collaborate with colleagues across various Square teams globally.

Qualifications

You should have:

• At least 6 years of experience in a law firm, financial regulatory agency, bank partnership, or in-house legal team, with lending advisory experience.
• Experience with FinTech, lending, and banking issues.
• Established relationships with relevant regulators and experience handling regulatory matters.
• A high level of comfort with technology and understanding of how it applies to regulatory challenges.

Additional Information

At Square, we are committed to building an inclusive economy and workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion. We provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities and encourage sharing any needed accommodations during the recruitment process.

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