Lead Commercial Counsel - Successful, Scaling Fintech Firm

Location
London (Greater)
Salary
Dependent on experience
Posted
28 Apr 2021
Closes
24 May 2021
Ref
HG1833
Job Title
In House Counsel
PQE Level
10+, 2-4, 5-7, 8-10
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

OUR CLIENT:

A financial services tech firm who have been highly successful over the past year is looking for a Lead Commercial Counsel to support their expansion into new jurisdictions.

THE ROLE:

As a senior member of the legal team, you will report into the business working with a range of senior  stakeholders on different legal matters. Your role will include:

  • Leading on high value contractual negotiations
  • Working with senior stakeholders within the business and assisting with various queries and legal agreements.
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements, including terms of business, outsourcing, IT, marketing, sponsorship agreements etc.;
  • Supporting senior stakeholders on key internal projects; 
  • Liaising with external legal counsel when required.

THE CANDIDATE:

The successful candidate will be/have:

  • 8+ years PQE* in house or private practice.
  • Qualified lawyer with commercial law experience from a leading organisation
  • Technology and financial services not a prerequisite for the role 

*Candidates outside of the PQE bracket with the right experience will also be considered for the position