At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead major corporate transactions and advise on strategic matters in a fast-paced fintech environment.
- Company: Fast-scaling international fintech business with a high-performing legal team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, diverse role, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Opportunity to broaden your expertise beyond corporate law in a vibrant industry.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact on global expansion initiatives.
- Qualifications: 7+ PQE corporate lawyer with experience in complex, cross-border transactions.
The predicted salary is between 170000 - 185000 £ per year.
A leading, fast-scaling international business is looking to appoint a Senior Corporate Counsel to join its high-performing legal team in a broad, business-critical role. This is a rare opportunity to step into a genuinely diverse in-house position, combining high-value transactional work with strategic advisory exposure across the organisation.
The role will involve:
- Leading on major corporate transactions including M&A, equity/debt financing and strategic investments
- Advising on a wide range of additional matters such as treasury, ESOP/incentive structures, governance, ESG and investor relations
- Supporting global expansion initiatives alongside regulatory colleagues
- Partnering closely with commercial teams on key client arrangements
- Managing external counsel and overseeing corporate governance processes
Candidate profile:
- 7+ PQE corporate lawyer (UK, US or other common law qualified)
- Strong training with a leading international law firm
- Significant experience advising on complex, cross-border transactions
- Commercial, pragmatic and comfortable operating autonomously in a fast-paced environment
- Keen to broaden beyond pure corporate into a wider strategic remit
Desirable:
- Experience in fintech or another high-growth, dynamic environment
- Prior in-house exposure or secondment
- Familiarity with private fundraising, ESOPs or broader corporate support areas
Please contact: gbalasubrama@mlaglobal.com for further details.
Interim Senior Corporate M&A Lawyer- £170k-£185k Fintech Client in City of London employer: Major, Lindsey & Africa
Join a dynamic and innovative fintech company that prioritises employee growth and development within a collaborative and inclusive work culture. As a Senior Corporate Counsel, you will have the unique opportunity to engage in high-value transactions while contributing to strategic initiatives that drive global expansion. With competitive compensation and a commitment to fostering talent, this role offers a rewarding career path in a fast-paced environment.
Contact Details:
Major, Lindsey & Africa Recruitment Team
