A fast growing UK Challenger Bank are looking to recruit a Senior Legal Counsel to join their legal team of approximately ten lawyers. The role will sit within the Commercial sub-division of the team working on a broad array of matters, working closely with two other experienced lawyers.
About the Bank
This financial institution offers a mix of products to both Retail and Business customers, which includes savings accounts, mortgages and a bespoke suite of services aimed at supporting business from a range of sectors. The company were recently recognised as a top employer to work for and other lawyers that I've placed with the Bank have given really positive feedback about working there.
About the Role
* Drafting and negotiating complex commercial contracts with a specific focus on IT, procurement and outsourcing agreements. This will involve negotiating bespoke terms with suppliers.
* Advising on data protection and intellectual property issues
* A willingness to learn about the regulatory issues that affect the Bank, although prior experience knowledge within this realm is not a pre-requisite
What do you need to be successful in this role?
* Circa 5+ years of post-qualification experience
* Previous experience advising on complex commercial tech and / or procurement agreements ideally whilst working at a law firm, technology business or another financial institutions
* Experience of developing and maintaining relationship with internal stakeholders
What's in it for you?
* A competitive base salary, bonus and benefits package
* Hybrid working culture, two days a week in the London office
* The opportunity to work as part of a high-quality, growing legal team allowing for career development opportunities
Due to the high volume of applications, if you haven’t heard back from the team on this role, unfortunately your application has been unsuccessful. If your profile matches any of our other opportunities, one of our consultants will be in touch.
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