Regulatory Lawyer, Banking

Fry and Brown; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services entity in the UK is seeking a Regulatory Legal Counsel to provide crucial legal support across various business lines. The ideal candidate will be a common law qualified lawyer with substantial experience, possessing strong research, writing, and communication skills. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a prestigious organization where your expertise will be highly valued.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience from a major national or internationally recognised law firm.
• In-house legal experience within a UK financial institution is preferred.
• Ability to prepare clear and concise legal documents.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support across various business lines including transactional banking and markets.
• Advise on regulatory issues and manage legal risks.
• Support the development of new products.

Skills

Strong research skills

Writing and drafting skills

Exceptional communication skills

Team player

Education

Common law qualification

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for someone to fill a pivotal role as a Regulatory Legal Counsel within the vibrant legal department of a leading entity in the financial services industry. This position offers the chance to work closely with the Head of Legal, providing crucial legal support across various business lines including transactional banking, clearing, markets, leasing, commercial finance, and coverage. Your expertise will be instrumental in advising on a wide array of regulatory issues, contributing to the management of legal and reputational risks, and supporting the development of new products.

Qualifications

Our client is seeking a common law qualified lawyer with substantial experience from a major national or internationally recognised law firm, ideally complemented by in-house legal experience within a UK financial institution. The ideal candidate will possess strong research, writing, and drafting skills, along with the ability to prepare clear and concise legal documents. Exceptional communication skills are essential for communicating proactively with the business. We are looking for a team player who can balance legal risks with commercial needs.

This is an excellent chance to join a prestigious organisation where your contributions will be highly valued.