Legal Counsel – 6 Month FTC (to perm) Financial Services / Insurance £110,000–£120,000 + 10% bonus 6-month FTC with potential to become permanent We are working with a well-established, regulated financial services organisation looking to add a Legal Counsel to its small in-house legal team on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract . This is a broad commercial role with plenty of exposure across the business and would suit a lawyer who enjoys being close to stakeholders and taking ownership of a varied workload. There is also a genuine possibility that the role could develop into a permanent position. The role You will work closely with the Head of Legal and wider business, with a particular focus on: Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a range of commercial and supplier contracts Advising the business on contractual risk and day-to-day commercial legal matters Supporting matters relating to procurement and supplier arrangements Providing legal advice within a regulated environment Assisting with data protection and privacy matters where required Working directly with stakeholders across the organisation and providing practical, commercially focused advice About you We are ideally looking for a lawyer with approximately 3–7 years' PQE , although there is flexibility for the right person. You are likely to have: Strong commercial contracts experience, particularly supplier agreements Previous in-house legal experience Experience working within a regulated financial services environment Insurance or reinsurance experience would be particularly attractive, including exposure to the FCA and PRA Banking or wider regulated financial services backgrounds will also be considered Public procurement experience would be a significant advantage Some exposure to data protection would be useful This could be particularly well suited to someone who trained in private practice before moving in-house, or a private practice lawyer who has gained meaningful in-house experience through secondments. The business is looking for someone who can quickly become a trusted member of a small legal team, while still having the opportunity to build a longer-term future with the organisation.
Juridisch Adviseur Arbeidsrecht in London employer: Heriot Brown In-House Legal Recruitment
Heriot Brown In-House Legal Recruitment offers a dynamic and supportive work environment for the Head of Legal & Commercial Strategy role, where you will lead a talented legal team in a thriving UK consumer business. With a strong emphasis on professional development, employees benefit from tailored growth opportunities and a collaborative culture that values innovation and strategic thinking. Located in a vibrant area, the company also provides competitive remuneration and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an excellent choice for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment.
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