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Senior Legal Counsel

City of London, London

Senior Legal Counsel

  1. Permanent
Negotiable
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City of London, London

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We are representing a Fintech Payments Company, specialising in Credit Cards & Payment Services in their search for a Senior Legal Counsel to be based in their London Office. This role is perfect for someone already working in-house within Financial Services, looking to grow their knowledge and start managing a team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Drafting, reviewing, amending and negotiating commercial contracts; including SAAS Agreements, Client Agreements, NDA's and Partnership Agreements
  • Advising the company on any regulatory challenges they may face and liaising with the FCA to ensure compliance. Horizon scanning will come into this
  • Working on Corporate transactions (including M & A)
  • Assisting with Ligitation and Data Protection matters from time to time
  • Collaborating with the wider legal team and other stakholders of the business
  • Supervising junior members of the legal team

Qualifications:

  • 5-10 years PQE E & W Qualified Lawyer
  • Strong skills in contract drafting and negotiations, and regulatory compliance (FCA)
  • Experience supervising junior members of the legal team
  • Must have worked within an FCA Regulated Company

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking and proactive company. If you meet the qualifications and are ready for a new challenge, please apply!

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