At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the legal function and advise senior leadership on strategic decisions.
- Company: Established UK financial services organisation with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive interim salary and the chance to shape major changes.
- Other info: Opportunity to work closely with the Board and Executive team.
- Why this job: Make a real impact during a transformative period in a leading financial firm.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor or barrister with experience in financial services law.
The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.
City Executive Search is partnering with an established UK financial services organisation to appoint a General Counsel on an interim basis for 3 to 6 months during the selection and appointment process of a permanent hire. This is a broad, influential leadership mandate for an accomplished financial services lawyer who wants to operate close to the Board and Executive team, shape major strategic decisions and lead the legal function through a period of meaningful change.
The General Counsel will act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership, providing clear commercial judgement across complex legal, regulatory and governance matters while ensuring the organisation remains well positioned to respond to an evolving UK financial services landscape.
The opportunity
The successful candidate will take responsibility for the organisation's legal function, leading an experienced team of qualified lawyers and working closely with colleagues responsible for corporate governance. The remit will include:
- Acting as a senior legal adviser to the Board, Executive Committee and senior leadership
- Providing pragmatic counsel on strategic, commercial and regulatory matters
- Leading the legal response to significant business transformation and change
- Advising on complex commercial agreements, partnerships, outsourcing and technology arrangements
- Supporting major corporate or strategic transactions where required
- Maintaining effective relationships with regulators, external counsel and key stakeholders
- Developing legal capability and ensuring the function remains commercially focused and responsive
- Anticipating emerging legal and regulatory risks and translating these into clear executive advice
About you
You will be a qualified solicitor or barrister in England.
Hiring: General Counsel (Interim) in Cardiff employer: City Executive Search
This established UK financial services organisation offers an exceptional opportunity for a General Counsel to influence strategic decisions and lead a dynamic legal team during a pivotal period of change. With a strong commitment to employee development, a collaborative work culture, and the chance to engage closely with senior leadership, this role provides a meaningful platform for professional growth in a rapidly evolving sector. The organisation values innovation and adaptability, making it an attractive employer for those seeking to make a significant impact in the financial services landscape.
