Senior Legal Counsel - maternity cover

Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel – maternity cover role at Nucleus Financial 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. About The Role We’re seeking an experienced solicitor or barrister to join our Legal team during a maternity leave at Nucleus. This role offers an opportunity to be part of an ambitious team that promotes strong legal risk management and compliance across the group. As the company undergoes growth and evolution, this position allows you to add value to our business and customers. Responsibilities Advising on and negotiating contracts Supporting the Group with product advice, drafting agreements, and customer communications Assisting the Distribution team with adviser and fund manager agreements Reviewing policies and procedures for regulatory compliance, including data protection and Consumer Duty Collaborating with outside counsel on issues Contributing to strategic change projects About You You are a problem-solver, motivated by doing the right thing, with excellent research skills. You understand individual and team needs, are thorough, detail-oriented, and persistent in achieving the best outcomes. You communicate confidently, build relationships, and support a positive team environment. Cultural contribution is valued highly, alongside technical skills, which should include: Solicitor or Barrister qualification in the UK with 4-5 years PQE Strong contract law knowledge and experience in drafting/reviewing contracts, including IT contracts Experience with FCA and/or PRA regulated environments Proficiency in PowerPoint, Word, Excel Excellent relationship-building, communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills Ability to work independently and manage conflicting priorities About Us Nucleus Financial Platforms is committed to making retirement more rewarding, prioritizing people, partnership, and collaboration. We value our culture, social responsibility, and creating an environment where employees can make a difference, be rewarded, and enjoy their work. Inclusion and Diversity We are dedicated to inclusion and diversity, embedding these values in our culture and operations. We believe diverse teams bring broader perspectives, better problem-solving, and better representation of our customer base. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including a non-contributory pension, bonus, enhanced parental leave, emergency leave, health and wellbeing initiatives, and flexible working options. Additional Details Seniority level: Mid-Senior level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Legal #J-18808-Ljbffr