Job Description
The Bank of England is seeking an exceptional General Counsel to lead its Legal Directorate - the Bank's in-house legal function. This is a critical leadership role, providing strategic legal counsel across the full breadth of the Bank's regulatory, policy-making, and operational functions. You will be the Bank's chief legal adviser and custodian of legal risk, shaping responses to domestic and international developments.
As General Counsel, you will sit on key executive committees, including EPCC and EOCC, and act as an observer on the Financial Policy Committee and Prudential Regulation Responsibilities
· Lead and inspire a team of ~200 legal professionals, driving transformation and operational excellence.
· Provide strategic legal advice to the Governor, Board/Court, and senior leadership on financial regulation, banking operations, and public law.
· Oversee the Bank's legal risk management framework and ensure compliance with UK and international legislation.
· Represent the Bank in high-profile legal matters, including litigation, enforcement, and legislative reform.
· Engage with external counsel, government bodies, and international legal counterparts.
· Champion innovation, inclusion, and wellbeing within the Legal Directorate.