Job Description
Legal Counsel – FinTech (5+ PQE)
We’re supporting a fast-growing FinTech company in London that is looking to hire a Legal Counsel (5+ PQE) to join their expanding legal function. This is a broad, hands-on role offering exposure to a wide range of legal areas and the chance to be part of an exciting high-growth business.
The Role
You’ll work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to provide practical, business-focused legal support. The role spans commercial, regulatory, corporate, and privacy matters, giving you the opportunity to work on diverse projects in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts
* Provide day-to-day legal guidance across the business, including regulatory and compliance matters
* Assist with product, commercial, and operational legal queries
* Help develop internal processes, policies, and legal frameworks as the company scales
About You
* 5+ years PQE (law firm and/or in-house)
* Strong commercial contracts experience
* Comfortable advising across a range of legal areas
* Experience in technology, financial services, or a fast-paced, regulated industry is beneficial
* Proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively with non-legal teams
* Able to be in the London office 3–4 days per week
Why Join?
* High-growth FinTech environment
* Broad, varied legal workload
* Close collaboration with leadership and product teams
* Opportunity to shape legal operations within a scaling organisation