Payments Regulatory Lawyer

JR United Kingdom; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm seeks an experienced Payments Regulatory Lawyer for a 3-6 month assignment in London. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of PQE and exceptional private practice experience at top firms. This role combines hybrid working with immediate availability, offering a unique opportunity to navigate complex regulatory frameworks.

Qualifications

• 5+ PQE in payments regulatory matters.
• Private practice experience in leading law firms.
• Ability to balance a busy caseload.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on payment regulations and compliance.
• Managing a full caseload of payments regulatory matters.
• Starting the role immediately or at short notice.

Skills

Regulations

Organisational Skills

Cross Border Transfer Regulations

Wire Transfer Regulations

Payment Services Regulations 2017

Education

Solicitor qualification (England and Wales or other Commonwealth jurisdiction)

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Posted:

16.06.2025

Expiry Date:

31.07.2025

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Job Description:

Payments Regulatory Lawyer. 3-6 month Assignment. ALSP/International Law Firm. 5+ PQE.

We are currently working closely with a market-leading ALSP that is looking for Payments Regulatory Lawyers with upwards of 5 years’ PQE, who will be available for a 3-6 month assignment with a leading international firm. The assignment is due to start imminently and will likely follow a hybrid working arrangement, with 2-3 days per week in the London office.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate:

• Qualification as a Solicitor (England and Wales or another commonwealth jurisdiction, such as Australia and/or New Zealand, for example)
• Upwards of 5 years’ PQE in handling a full caseload of payments regulatory matters
• Excellent private practice experience gained at magic circle, silver circle, US or international firms
• Outstanding experience in advising clients on Cross Border Transfer Regulations, Wire Transfer Regulations and Payment Services Regulations 2017
• Notable organisational skills with the ability to balance a busy caseload
• The ability to start a new role immediately or at short notice

Due to the desired start date, candidates are likely to be available immediately or at short notice.