General Counsel in Cardiff

General Counsel in Cardiff

Cardiff Full-Time 63000 - 77000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Yolk Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead legal strategy and provide expert advice to the Board on complex financial regulations.
  • Company: Established UK financial services organisation with a strong reputation.
  • Benefits: Hybrid working, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic environment with a focus on governance and organisational transformation.
  • Why this job: Join a leadership role that shapes the future of financial services in the UK.
  • Qualifications: Qualified Solicitor or Barrister with extensive in-house legal experience in financial services.

The predicted salary is between 63000 - 77000 £ per year.

  • General Counsel | Financial Services
  • Cardiff Office/ Hybrid Working

I am working exclusively on behalf of a well-established UK financial services organisation seeking an experienced General Counsel.

This is a Board-facing leadership opportunity for an exceptional legal professional with significant experience operating within UK regulated financial services.

To be considered, you must have

  • Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales) with significant post-qualification experience.
  • Extensive senior in-house legal experience within banking, building societies or financial institutions.
  • Strong knowledge of the regulatory framework applicable to UK deposit-taking institutions, including PRA, FCA, SM&CR and Consumer Duty.
  • Experience advising Boards and Executive Committees on complex legal, governance and strategic matters.
  • A proven track record of leading legal support through organisational transformation.
  • Strong corporate governance experience. Company Secretariat experience is advantageous.

Further information will be shared with suitably qualified candidates following an initial discussion.

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We think you need these skills to ace General Counsel in Cardiff

Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales)
Post-qualification experience in financial services
In-house legal experience within banking or financial institutions
Knowledge of UK regulatory framework (PRA, FCA, SM&CR, Consumer Duty)
Advising Boards and Executive Committees
Experience in complex legal matters
Corporate governance experience