Head of Legal (Banking/Compliance/Regulatory)

Location
London (Central), London (Greater)
Salary
excellent
Posted
23 Jul 2019
Closes
19 Aug 2019
Job Title
General Counsel
Practice Area
Banking, Compliance, Regulatory
PQE Level
10+, 8-10
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

Head of Legal (Banking/Compliance/Regulatory)

Outstanding new opportunity in a key role for a London based bank.

You will be responsible for the legal team of the bank as well as its compliance and regulatory functions.

  • Managing systems and processes to ensure compliance with legislation and regulation
  • Providing professional, strategic and legal advice to the board of directors and committees
  • Consulting on legal risks

You will need

  • Strong legal experience and expertise in corporate, regulatory, with a focus on Financial Services
  • Qualified Solicitor with appropriate PQE
  • Excellent analytical skills and an ability to demonstrate professional legal and business judgment
  • Outstanding organisational skills and an ability to manage multiple projects across multiple jurisdictions
  • Identifying key issues and legal risks and providing a structure and analytical response
  • Experience and a track record in managing a legal team, preferably in banking/finance sector
  • Ability to thrive when working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
  • Outstanding communication, drafting and presentation skills

Job Type: Full-time