Senior UK Legal Counsel – Corporate & Commercial (Hybrid)

Corporate Payroll Services; Swindon; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology firm in Swindon is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to manage legal matters for UK operations. This position involves collaborating with business leaders and providing legal guidance to support growth initiatives. Candidates must be UK-qualified lawyers with at least 5 years PQE and strong problem-solving skills. The role offers benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and health programs.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Pension scheme

Health and wellness programs

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits

401k plan enrollment

Robust PTO offerings

Employee discounts

Virtual fitness classes

Qualifications

• Must be a UK-qualified lawyer with significant PQE.
• Experience within an in-house legal team is required.
• Proficient in managing multiple legal projects.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted legal advisor to business colleagues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate UK customer contracts.
• Maintain and update corporate documents and NDAs.
• Support product development initiatives with legal advice.
• Manage commercial disputes and litigation in the UK.

Skills

UK-qualified lawyer with a minimum of 5+ years PQE

2+ years of experience working in an in-house legal team

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Proactive mindset

Detail-oriented

Collaborative mindset

Ability to manage multiple projects

Self-motivated

Job description

A leading financial technology firm in Swindon is seeking a Senior Legal Counsel to manage legal matters for UK operations. This position involves collaborating with business leaders and providing legal guidance to support growth initiatives. Candidates must be UK-qualified lawyers with at least 5 years PQE and strong problem-solving skills. The role offers benefits including annual leave, pension scheme, and health programs.