Senior Legal Counsel

Marks Sattin (UK) Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial technology company is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its London office. This is a prime opportunity for an experienced lawyer within the Financial Services sector to contribute to strategic growth and compliance in an innovative environment, with responsibilities ranging from regulatory advisement to contract management.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years PQE in the legal profession.
• Experience in Fintech/Financial Services industry.
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance and contract drafting.

Responsibilities

• Advising on regulatory matters and ensuring compliance.
• Drafting and reviewing commercial contracts.
• Leading on dispute prevention and resolution.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Commercial contracts

Dispute prevention and resolution

Legal risk assessment

Cross-border work

Education

Qualified Lawyer in England and Wales

Job description

We are delighted to be partnering with a global financial technology company specialising in FX, Crypto, and Commodities trading to support their search for a Senior Legal Counsel based in their London office. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a mid-senior E & W qualified Lawyer working within Financial Services, looking to work at a growing company, very much at the forefront of innovation and creativity in the space!

Key Responsibilities

• Advising on all regulatory matters including marketing matters to ensure compliance and acting as a strategic advisor to the exec team to facilitate international growth.
• Drafting, negotiating and reviewing commercial contracts.
• Leading on all dispute prevention and resolution matters to safeguard the business.
• Liaising with other stakeholders, providing them with any legal risk from decisions being made and recommendations to ensure compliance and success.
• Working on cross border international work and liaising with regulators to ensure compliance and proactiveness.

Qualifications

• England and Wales qualified lawyer with at least 5 years PQE
• Currently works within the Fintech/Financial Services industry
• Proven experience in regulatory compliance, commercial contracts drafting, and media/marketing compliance

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation at the forefront of financial innovation! If you meet the qualifications and are seeking a new challenge, please apply!

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