At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a financial services business with complex commercial and outsourcing contracts.
- Company: Well-established financial services firm with a collaborative legal team.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, potential for contract extension, and exposure to high-value projects.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and collaboration with various stakeholders.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a real impact in a regulated environment.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with 7+ years’ experience in commercial contracts.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We are working with a well-established financial services business seeking a mid to senior-level commercial lawyer to join their in-house legal team on an initial 6-month contract, with strong potential for extension.
This is a hands-on role supporting the business on a range of complex commercial and outsourcing arrangements, within a regulated environment.
You will advise on: Drafting and negotiating commercial and outsourcing contracts Technology, supplier and third-party service agreements Regulatory aspects of outsourcing arrangements FCA-related conduct and compliance considerations Consumer-facing product frameworks There will be a particular focus on matters relating to: Consumer credit Insurance FCA conduct rules and regulatory expectations in these areas You will work closely with procurement, compliance and operational stakeholders to ensure agreements align with regulatory requirements and risk appetite.
The ideal candidate will bring: A qualified solicitor (UK or common law) with circa 7+ years’ PQE (flexible depending on experience) Experienced in commercial contracts within a financial services environment Confident advising on outsourcing arrangements Familiar with FCA rules, particularly in consumer credit and/or insurance Commercially pragmatic and comfortable working autonomously Previous in-house experience is desirable but not essential.
This role can be either 4 or 5 days a week, with 2-3 in the office.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative legal team within a regulated, consumer-focused business, offering meaningful exposure to high-value commercial and regulatory work.
If this role is of interest please apply for more information.
Commercial Lawyer in Warrington employer: Beacon Legal
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