Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel London, UK We are looking for a dynamic, talented corporate / commercial lawyer to join our growing team. Reporting to our General Counsel, you will play a pivotal role in the company s growth by providing full spectrum legal expertise and advice to the business ranging from client and vendor contract reviews through to supporting our new business areas and global expansion. This will be a varied and challenging position with a focus on commercial matters, including but not limited to: Providing general legal support, advice and guidance to the FINBOURNE group Drafting, review and negotiation of a variety of commercial contracts Advice on regulatory regimes including General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and financial regulation impacting our clients Working with and managing our external legal counsel for specialist advice You will be supported and encouraged to undertake regular and appropriate training annually in order to maintain your practising certificate (supported by the company) Key responsibilities: Draft, review and negotiate a range of commercial contracts with clients and vendors (including SaaS Agreements, NDAs, Consultancy Agreements and Partnership Agreements) Provide advice on IP related matters Assist with corporate work including funding, company secretarial, corporate governance and international expansion. Research, monitor and advise on compliance with applicable regulatory frameworks Advise on employment matters and employee incentives Assist with ad hoc projects Work with external legal counsel as and when appropriate What skills, experience and qualifications we require: Qualified Solicitor/Lawyer in the UK or other Common Law jurisdiction, 2 5 years PQE in a leading law firm or in-house team Have corporate, commercial, regulatory or financial services experience in current or previous practice Strong transactional experience advising on contract negotiations, preferably in Fintech, payments or banking Excellent time management skills and ability to manage a high volume of work Ability to work autonomously and independently High level of written and interpersonal communication skills High level of accuracy and attention to detail Be open-minded and willing to accept new challenges Fluency in English Just some of our benefits: Competitive salary plus financial rewards Health & Wellbeing: A competitive health insurance policy that disregards previous medical history. This also includes dental, optical, mental health support and comprehensive cancer cover. Cycle to work scheme and Gym discounts: Buy a bike and cycling accessories out of your pretax salary and spread the cost over 12 months, as well huge discounts off Hussle, KOBOX and Nuffield Health gyms. Flexible and remote working: We have a mature attitude towards flexible and remote working. Whether you re a night owl, morning person, parent, carer or simply need flexibility to work a different pattern to the norm, we re committed to helping you be productive and work in a way that is best for you. Professional learning and development: External training and accreditations are supported, as well internal training and development programs. Maternity, paternity and adoption leave: Paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave, which includes 13 weeks full pay for maternity and adoption leave and 6 weeks full pay for paternity leave Holiday: 25 days holiday plus bank holidays About FINBOURNE We are a young, dynamic financial technology company aiming to re-engineer the world of investing to make it clearer, faster and more cost effective for everyone. At FINBOURNE, we offer a hugely supportive environment to build a career, with continuous learning and development opportunities. We have a collaborative culture of testing and exploring problems together to find the best evidence-based solutions. We respect your independent thought, your intellectual curiosity and your opinion. FINBOURNE Technology is a Skilled Worker sponsor and we can support candidates requiring work permission if appropriate. For more information about our culture, career development and the benefits we offer our employees, please visit our website. #J-18808-Ljbffr