Senior Legal Counsel, Employee Incentives & Corporate

Starling Bank; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in the UK is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its Corporate Legal team. This role involves leading legal support for employee share and incentive schemes, managing projects, and working closely with other business legal colleagues. Candidates should have 5-10 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. The company offers a range of generous perks and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

33 days holiday

Extra day for birthday

Paid volunteering time

Company enhanced pension scheme

Life insurance

Private Medical Insurance

Generous family-friendly policies

Retail discounts via Perkbox

Qualifications

• Excellent legal experience in employee share/incentive schemes.
• Strong analytical and drafting skills are essential.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead legal support for employee share/incentive schemes.
• Manage multiple projects and support colleagues with initiatives.
• Instruct outside counsel on specialist matters.

Skills

Legal experience in employee share/incentive schemes

Analytical skills

Drafting and reviewing skills

Stakeholder communication

Team player

Education

5 to 10 years PQE

Job description

A leading fintech company in the UK is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to join its Corporate Legal team. This role involves leading legal support for employee share and incentive schemes, managing projects, and working closely with other business legal colleagues. Candidates should have 5-10 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills. The company offers a range of generous perks and a collaborative work environment.