FS Regulatory Solicitor - 12 month FTC

London - International City Law Firm

Our client, a leading international City law firm, is seeking a talented Financial Services Regulatory Senior Associate to join its highly regarded London team on a 12 month fixed term contract to cover a period of maternity leave.

This is an outstanding role for an individual to join a highly respected team that is known for advising major global corporations, financial institutions, funds and market leading organisations on complex, business critical regulatory matters.

The Financial Services Regulatory and Enforcement team advises an impressive portfolio of clients, including:

• Global investment banks
• Insurers and brokers
• Fund managers and asset managers
• Investment firms and corporates
• Payment service providers, crypto asset service providers and fintechs

The work spans the full spectrum of UK and EU wholesale and consumer financial regulation. While the role is predominantly non contentious, there is scope to be involved in contentious matters if this aligns with your interests.

You will handle both standalone advisory matters and provide regulatory support to the firm's top tier finance and corporate groups.

• Advise on a broad range of regulatory matters across UK and EU financial services frameworks
• Deliver technically accurate, commercially practical advice
• Work seamlessly within a close knit and highly supportive team
• Engage confidently with clients and contribute to business development initiatives
• Uphold the firm's commitment to high quality service and integrated cross practice collaboration

You will be:

• A qualified solicitor (England & Wales), ideally with 4+ years' PQE in financial services regulation
• Experienced in regulatory matters at a highly ranked City practice
• Familiar with a broad range of regulatory regimes relevant to banks, investment firms, asset managers, insurers, fintechs and related sectors
• A clear and confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills
• Commercially minded, pragmatic and solutions focused
• Self motivated, proactive and able to thrive in a fast paced environment
• A strong academic performer (2:1 or equivalent from a reputable institution)

Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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