We're looking for a Legal Counsel to join GetGround's Legal, Risk & Compliance team, giving practical, commercially minded legal and regulatory advice as we scale.
You'll advise on commercial contracts, product questions, partnerships, regulatory matters and disputes, and work on projects that strengthen the function as the business grows. You'll be a trusted partner to teams across GetGround and a key part of how we manage risk day to day. The OpportunityGetGround operates at the intersection of fintech, proptech and wealthtech. We have 2Bn+ in assets on platform, 30,000+ users across 70 countries, and a portfolio of regulated products spanning mortgages, property management, and investment tools. We are the first end-to-end real estate investment offering, making the dream of owning property accessible to everyone, globally. We're building the future of asset ownership and in doing so, helping to address wealth inequality.
As we continue to grow, our legal, risk and compliance needs are growing with us. You'll play a central role in keeping the business legally sound, moving quickly, and operating with integrity.
This would be a great opportunity for a lawyer who wants to work on genuinely varied, interesting matters in a collaborative and supportive environment, with opportunities to learn and growWhat You'll Be DoingCommercial and ContractsDraft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including supplier agreements, partnership contracts, and customer termsAdvise business teams on contractual risk and help them make informed decisions quicklyMaintain and improve GetGround's contract templates, playbooks, and standard termsSupport the management of external counsel on matters requiring specialist inputProduct and RegulatoryProvide legal input on new product features, customer journeys, and platform changesAdvise on FCA regulatory requirements as they apply to GetGround's products and servicesSupport compliance reviews of customer-facing content and regulated communicationsHelp track relevant regulatory developments and flag implications for the businessCorporate and General LegalSupport on corporate matters including fundraising, corporate governance, and company secretarial workAdvise on data protection and privacy matters, including GDPR complianceProvide general legal support across the business on employment, IP, and operational mattersHelp build scalable legal processes, templates, and training materialsAbout YouYou're a UK qualified solicitor with around 2+ years PQE and some in-house experience.
You bring: A high level of attention to detail, and strong legal drafting skillsStrong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills, with an eye for detailA good understanding of digital law, the tech regulatory landscape and how regulation applies to fintech or financial services productsIntellectual curiosity and the ability to learn and pick up new areas of law quicklyA strong risk radar and commercial mindset, giving the business practical advice, not just legal analysisComfort working independently and owning your workloadClear, concise communication skills, written and verbal and great stakeholder management skillsA collaborative approach and genuine interest in the business, not just the legal mattersHighly desirable: Experience with property, mortgage, or investment productsIn-house experience at a fast-growing fintechExposure to data protection, GDPR, or privacy workWe know that great candidates don't always match every point on a job description. If this role excites you and you meet most of the criteria, we'd encourage you to apply anyway.
What we are building: The first end-to-end real estate investment offering - making the dream of owning real estate more accessible to everyone globally.
Diversity & inclusion at GetGround: We encourage applications from all sections of society and we believe in the criticality of an inclusive culture.
We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, citizenship, marital, domestic or civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other basis as protected by law.42% of our employees identify as female or non-specified, 58% as male22 nationalities represented across offices in 5 countriesOur work on Design AccessibilityInclusion is at the heart of our culture - we celebrate and reflect on key D&I and cultural events such as: Black History Month, International Women's Day and PrideFor more information on how we store your candidate data, please see our recruitment privacy policy. LocationLondonEmployment TypeFull timeLocation TypeHybridDepartmentBusiness Functions
Legal Counsel in London employer: GetGround
GetGround is an exceptional employer located in the vibrant heart of Manchester, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, employees benefit from a supportive environment that encourages personal and professional growth, alongside flexible working arrangements that promote work-life balance. As a leader in real estate investment, GetGround provides unique opportunities to engage in meaningful projects that make property ownership accessible to all.
