Strategic Banking Counsel – Retail & Private

Michael Page (UK); Manchester; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A major UK bank is seeking an experienced In-house Retail and Private Banking Lawyer. The role involves advising on legal and regulatory risks, drafting agreements, and providing legal support for compliance matters. Candidates should have at least 5 years PQE and experience in consumer regulatory work. The bank offers a competitive salary of £90-105k plus benefits in a supportive culture focused on colleague wellbeing and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in a relevant legal field.
• Experience in consumer product regulatory work and advising on insurance products or private banking.
• Ability to manage complex legal issues in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Advise on legal and regulatory risks across retail and private banking products.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex banking documentation.
• Provide legal support for product launches and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with business and risk teams to mitigate legal exposure.
• Support risk management strategy for banking operations.

Skills

Regulatory risk

Contract drafting

Compliance

Negotiation

Education

Solicitor or equivalent

Job description

A major UK bank is seeking an experienced In-house Retail and Private Banking Lawyer. The role involves advising on legal and regulatory risks, drafting agreements, and providing legal support for compliance matters. Candidates should have at least 5 years PQE and experience in consumer regulatory work. The bank offers a competitive salary of £90-105k plus benefits in a supportive culture focused on colleague wellbeing and professional development.