Senior Legal Counsel - Banking & Tech Contracts

Aldermore Bank PLC; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK bank in Reading seeks a Legal Advisor to support the Head of Legal for Procurement and Technology. In this role, you will draft and negotiate commercial agreements, provide legal advice on banking operations, and manage multiple projects. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of banking regulations, excellent project management skills, and the ability to advise independently on legal matters. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexible culture

Opportunities for progression

Core benefits and bonus potential

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of current legal and regulatory issues affecting banking.
• Proven experience with IT contracts and outsourcing agreements.
• Excellent project management skills.
• Confidence in providing independent legal advice.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate various commercial agreements.
• Provide legal advice on banking operations and compliance.
• Support project management across legal cases.
• Design training sessions and legal templates.
• Communicate effectively with senior management and partners.

Skills

Knowledge of commercial legal and regulatory issues

Project management skills

Relationship building with stakeholders

Legal advice on complex issues

Ability to work autonomously

Job description

A leading UK bank in Reading seeks a Legal Advisor to support the Head of Legal for Procurement and Technology. In this role, you will draft and negotiate commercial agreements, provide legal advice on banking operations, and manage multiple projects. Ideal candidates will have strong knowledge of banking regulations, excellent project management skills, and the ability to advise independently on legal matters. Competitive salary and benefits offered.