As Senior Legal Counsel you will advise senior stakeholders across Legal, Compliance, Risk, Product, Operations and Technology on consumer credit and financial services matters. You will support the design and management of regulated financial products and customer propositions, while negotiating commercial contracts and guiding regulatory change. This role sits in a collaborative, high‑circle legal team that helps the business scale responsibly within a complex regulatory framework. You will influence business decisions, shape compliant customer solutions, and mentor junior colleagues.
Pay / Benefits
hybrid and flexible working
generous annual leave
comprehensive benefits including pension
wellbeing support
ongoing professional development
career progression opportunities
Responsibilities
Advise on consumer credit, FCA requirements, and related regulatory frameworks
Support the design, launch and ongoing management of regulated financial products and customer propositions
Draft, review and negotiate commercial agreements including technology, outsourcing, supplier, distribution and data-sharing
Lead and support regulatory change projects, horizon scanning and implementation of new requirements
Advise on governance, risk management and compliance frameworks
Support regulatory engagements, investigations, information requests and remediation
Provide practical legal training and guidance to business stakeholders
Manage external advisers and contribute to developing junior team members
Key requirements
Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with strong post-qualification experience
Knowledge of UK financial services regulation and consumer credit law
Experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Excellent drafting, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
Ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into pragmatic commercial advice
Strong commercial awareness and sound judgement in a fast-paced environment
Confident in engaging with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions
Exposure to outsourcing, operational resilience, technology contracts, data protection or financial promotions is advantageous
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