Senior Legal Counsel

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join their dynamic in-house team in Manchester. This role involves providing legal support for cash management services, drafting and negotiating contracts, and advising on regulatory issues. The company offers a competitive salary of £100k along with strong development opportunities and a hybrid working model.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Continuous professional development

Wellness facilities

Qualifications

• Experience in cash management/payments law or transactional banking.
• In-depth understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Ability to handle high volume of work.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support for cash management services.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements.
• Advise on legal and regulatory risks.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder management

Teamwork

Education

5+ PQE

Job description

• Hybrid role in dynamic in‑house team
• Great package and development opportunities on offer

About Our Client

Join an award‑winning financial institution renowned for its global influence and modern, inclusive workplace culture. They offer cutting‑edge offices, wellness facilities, and robust diversity, equity & inclusion initiatives, along with flexible and hybrid working arrangements. This forward‑thinking employer invests in continuous professional development and provides clear paths for growth.

Job Description

Key responsibilities:

• Provide legal support for the development and delivery of cash management services
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex agreements including cash management agreements, service contracts, and related documentation.
• Advise on legal and regulatory risks associated with cash management operations across jurisdictions.
• Partner with internal stakeholders (product, risk, and compliance) to enable product innovation while ensuring legal compliance.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Legal Counsel will have:

• 5+ PQE and relevant financial services experience from private practice or industry.
• Cash Management/Payments experience (Treasury services, payments law, or transactional banking)
• In-depth understanding of relevant regulatory frameworks
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage high volume of work.
• Team player mindset to seamlessly fit into a collaborative team
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

What's on Offer

Senior Legal Counsel package:

Salary c£100k plus benefits.

Work for a well-known brand and large supportive team.

Hybrid working from Manchester office.

Good progression and development support.