Senior Legal Counsel, CFR/GCFO - EMEA (Hybrid)

American Express; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company seeks a motivated lawyer in London for hybrid work, providing legal support for credit fraud risk and global credit operations. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of UK and EU financial laws and must be admitted to practice law. Responsibilities include driving legal analysis, monitoring legislative developments, and building cross-jurisdictional relationships. This role also offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive base salaries

Bonus incentives

Comprehensive medical benefits

Flexible working model

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in financial services or payment services law preferred.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Serve as legal support for CFR and GCFO for EMEA markets.
• Drive legal analysis for strategic projects for CFR and GCFO across EMEA.
• Monitor relevant UK and EU legislative developments.

Skills

Working knowledge of UK and EU laws relating to financial services

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to identify legal risk

Strong relationship building skills

Education

Admitted to practice law in the UK or relevant jurisdiction

Job description

A leading financial services company seeks a motivated lawyer in London for hybrid work, providing legal support for credit fraud risk and global credit operations. The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of UK and EU financial laws and must be admitted to practice law. Responsibilities include driving legal analysis, monitoring legislative developments, and building cross-jurisdictional relationships. This role also offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and career development opportunities.