Associate, Regulatory & Investigations

Dentons’ Financial Services Regulation team sits in the Regulatory & Investigations department that operates at the industry’s forefront, working with dynamic clients on innovative finance products and cutting-edge deals across the world. We are located in 208 offices in 80 countries across the globe, offering fully integrated solutions to clients in virtually every industry.

We are looking for an able and enthusiastic Associate to join our Financial Services Regulation team which is based in London. Our team works with clients across the retail and wholesale financial services sector, advising a broad range of clients including all types of banks, FinTech companies, payment institutions, MIFID investment firms, fiat and crypto trading venues, energy trading companies and insurers. We advise on all aspects of regulation including regulatory perimeter advice, prudential requirements, governance, outsourcing, funding and liquidity, conduct of business requirements and client money.

This is an exciting and challenging role and an excellent opportunity for a 3-5 year PQE Associate. You will be passionate about progressing your career within a global firm and in supporting the ongoing growth of the practice. You will advise clients on large projects such as M&A of regulated businesses, regulatory change and cross-border expansion working with our lawyers in the UK, Europe, US, Canada and Australia. You will be able to develop your expertise over a broad range of consumer, payments and wholesale financial services and will work on a range of engagements, including advising on authorisation and structuring of regulated businesses, regulatory compliance, regulatory change, launch of new products, and multi-jurisdictional projects. You will support clients throughout the full financial regulatory process, including obtaining licenses, developing compliance and risk management systems, drafting product materials, and get involved in transactions, business reviews and regulatory applications. You will develop your skill set to build and maintain client relationships and contribute to business development and thought leadership at an earlier stage than most firms, raising the profile of the team and firm externally.

Required Experience, Skills, and Attributes

• Technical Skills

• English law legal knowledge gained within a top-tier city firm.
• Strong academic record.
• Ability to work with a degree of independence.
• Exceptional drafting skills and legal research ability.
• Knowledge of the overall regulatory landscape in the UK and a good understanding of the upcoming regulatory reform in the UK.
• A broad understanding of some of the major international regulatory initiatives impacting the financial sector including PSD2 & Open Banking, MIFID II, EMIR, MAR, DORA and MiCAR.
• Knowledge of the UK regulatory perimeter, including issues relating to, the RAO, EMRs and PSRs.
• Knowledge or experience providing regulatory transaction support to both M&A and corporate reorganisation.
• Knowledge or experience of supporting firms with FCA/PRA licensing processes including authorisations, variation of permission, notifications, de-authorisation process, etc.

• Inquisitive.
• Takes responsibility for own work.
• Is dedicated to exceptional client service.
• Has a keen interest in business development and demonstrates market focus.
• Strong financial, commercial and business awareness.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment and resilience skills.
• Shows strong initiative & drive, takes control of own career, enthusiastic about learning new skills.
• Strong team working skills.

Firm Profile

Across more than 80 countries, Dentons helps you grow, protect, operate and finance your organisation by providing uniquely global and deeply local legal solutions. Polycentric, purpose-driven and committed to inclusion, diversity, equity and sustainability, we focus on what matters most to you.

Inclusion and Diversity

We are committed to building an inclusive culture here at Dentons where our people can thrive, regardless of their background or circumstance. As well as being the right thing to do, it makes good business sense too. A richness of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives helps us best serve our clients and the communities in which we operate. Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from everyone including of any age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, neurodiversity, disability, or with parental or caring responsibilities. We also offer flexible working hours.

If you are interested in applying for this position, we welcome direct applications via our careers page, but if you have any questions beforehand, please email. Enquiries only please – applications will not be accepted via email.