Job-ID: 2266Category: Legal & GovernanceLocation: London, United KingdomPosted: 2026-10-21Advertised Salary: Competitive SalaryEmployment Type: PermanentLEGAL COUNSEL, WEALTH MANAGEMENT Who we’re looking forExperienced and commercially minded finance lawyer who will be part of the London Wealth Management legal team, with primary responsibility for supporting our banking, treasury and lending activities. The successful candidate will combine strong financing and banking law expertise with sound commercial judgement. Experience of private banking or wealth management would be advantageous but is not essential.About UsSchroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.We’re close to our clients, in the heart of the UK’s financial centre and we have everything we need to work flexibly.What you'll doYou will be a Legal Counsel based in the London office, reporting into the Global Head of Legal, Wealth Management, primarily providing legal support to the Schroders Wealth Management banking, treasury and lending teams. You will work in close collaboration with the global Schroders' Wealth Management legal team based in Switzerland and Singapore, as well as the wider global Schroders’ legal team.The role requires sound legal judgement and the ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice on complex and sensitive matters. Advising on bilateral lending transactions, including secured facilities, Lombard lending and other lending to private clients, trusts, family offices and corporate structures.Drafting, reviewing and negotiating term sheets, facility agreements, guarantees, security documents, amendments, waivers and related finance documentation.Advising Treasury and other relevant teams on liquidity arrangements, cash management, deposits, intercompany funding, repo, securities lending and other securities financing transactions.Advising on OTC derivatives, including total return swaps and other financing and hedging derivatives, together with regulatory initial margin, uncleared margin rules and associated collateral arrangements.Advising on bond forwards and similar financial markets transactions.Advising on balance sheet, collateral, security and pledge structures used for credit risk mitigation and risk-weighted asset optimisation, including associated security, netting and regulatory considerations.Providing cross-border legal support in relation to banking, treasury, lending and financial markets transactions, including matters involving the UK, EU, Switzerland, Singapore and the US, and coordinating local external counsel where appropriate.Supporting the development and governance of new lending and treasury products, policies, precedents and processes.Advising on relevant banking, prudential, conduct and cross-border regulatory requirements.The knowledge, experience and qualifications you needUK qualified lawyer or equivalent common-law qualification.Strong private practice or in-house experience (or both). Strong banking and finance experience, including secured lending and the drafting and negotiation of facility, guarantee and security documentation. Knowledge of the legal and regulatory framework applicable to banking and lending activities within a regulated financial services business.Experience applying a risk‑based approach to legal advice in a regulated financial services environment, balancing regulatory, commercial and client considerations.Experience advising Treasury or financial markets teams on funding, liquidity, deposits, derivatives or securities financing arrangements would be advantageous.The knowledge, experience and qualifications that’ll helpStrong organisational and time management skills.Comfortable engaging directly with senior business stakeholders including local CEOs, COOs and functional leadership and able to challenge constructively where appropriate.Private banking or wealth management experience, cross border finance experience and familiarity with ISDA, GMRA or GMSLA documentation.We Recognise Potential, Whoever You AreOur purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.
Legal Counsel (Commercial & Technology Legal Services) in London employer: Schroders
Schroders Wealth Management is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation and collaboration thrive. Employees benefit from a strong commitment to professional development, a culture that prioritises risk management excellence, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on client outcomes while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. With a focus on fostering a supportive atmosphere, Schroders empowers its team members to grow and excel in their careers.
