Senior Legal Counsel - Financial Services
- Recruiter
- McKenzie Douglas Limited
- Location
-
London
London (Central)London (Greater)
- Salary
- £Attractive + Bonus
- Posted
- 22 Aug 2019
- Closes
- 04 Sep 2019
- Ref
- 4696TL
- Job Title
- In House Counsel
- Category
- Legal
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Client:
Our client is a smart technology provider who works with clients in the retail, financial services, technology and media industries - many of which are in the FTSE 100. The company is highly relied upon by these companies to respond to the increasing need to comply with regulation. They have experienced fantastic growth over the years and area going from strength to strength. Our client is looking to enhance their medium sized In-House legal team, the position will report directly to the Legal Director and CEO.
Role:
The responsibilities are diverse and challenging where you will receive exposure across the whole business. Typical day to day activities may include retail terms for investment products, M&A activity and regulatory/compliance surrounding consumer regulation, CASS and MIFID.
Key Requirements:
If you are interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, to William Barton at william.barton@mckenziedouglas.co.uk. If the role isn't right for you but you are interested in hearing about similar Legal Counsel positions or some advice regarding the market, then please apply to this Legal Counsel vacancy or get in touch on 015394 46666.
*All candidates will be considered on merit
By submitting a job application to us, you agree to the storage of your personal data by McKenzie Douglas. This information may have been provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources (e.g. professional and social media sites) throughout the entire application process. To facilitate McKenzie Douglas carrying out recruitment services on your behalf, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The Data Protection Act 1998 and the GDPR give you the right to access information held about you. Your right of access can be exercised in accordance with the Act and GDPR. Please contact us on mydata@mckenziedouglas.co.uk.
Our client is a smart technology provider who works with clients in the retail, financial services, technology and media industries - many of which are in the FTSE 100. The company is highly relied upon by these companies to respond to the increasing need to comply with regulation. They have experienced fantastic growth over the years and area going from strength to strength. Our client is looking to enhance their medium sized In-House legal team, the position will report directly to the Legal Director and CEO.
Role:
The responsibilities are diverse and challenging where you will receive exposure across the whole business. Typical day to day activities may include retail terms for investment products, M&A activity and regulatory/compliance surrounding consumer regulation, CASS and MIFID.
Key Requirements:
- Current Legal Counsel's or private practice Solicitors ranging from 6 PQE - 12 PQE* are encouraged to apply, although candidates outside of this range will also be considered if they have the right skills and experience
- Background in one or the following is preferred: corporate, financial services/ investment/ banking
- Any understanding of FCA, CASS and MIFID, capital markets, shares, IPO's, would be highly advantageous
- Knowledge of data protection legislation would be beneficial but not essential
If you are interested in this role, please apply now or forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, to William Barton at william.barton@mckenziedouglas.co.uk. If the role isn't right for you but you are interested in hearing about similar Legal Counsel positions or some advice regarding the market, then please apply to this Legal Counsel vacancy or get in touch on 015394 46666.
*All candidates will be considered on merit
By submitting a job application to us, you agree to the storage of your personal data by McKenzie Douglas. This information may have been provided by you directly or collected from generally accessible sources (e.g. professional and social media sites) throughout the entire application process. To facilitate McKenzie Douglas carrying out recruitment services on your behalf, you agree to your data being saved after the application process has ended. You may revoke your consent to this agreement at any time. The Data Protection Act 1998 and the GDPR give you the right to access information held about you. Your right of access can be exercised in accordance with the Act and GDPR. Please contact us on mydata@mckenziedouglas.co.uk.