A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Lead Counsel to provide strategic legal advice for its Futures and Derivatives Clearing activities. The position requires extensive industry expertise and strong leadership skills, supporting multiple business units. Ideal candidates will possess substantial knowledge of international laws, excellent organizational and negotiation skills, and the ability to handle complex legal issues in a fast-paced environment. The role offers generous benefits and a hybrid working model.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
A leading financial services firm is seeking a Senior Lead Counsel to provide strategic legal advice for its Futures and Derivatives Clearing activities. The position requires extensive industry expertise and strong leadership skills, supporting multiple business units. Ideal candidates will possess substantial knowledge of international laws, excellent organizational and negotiation skills, and the ability to handle complex legal issues in a fast-paced environment. The role offers generous benefits and a hybrid working model.
UKRE BayWa r.e. UK Limited About the role Join us on our transformational journey as we seek a visionary Managing Director - UK & Ireland to lead our operations and accelerate growth in the renewable energy sector. Ideally based in our Edinburgh or Glasgow office, you will take full responsibility for shaping strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results across wind and solar projects.This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Global Group COO, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for a team of approximately 70 employees across the UK and Ireland. You will be the driving force behind operational excellence, commercial success, and strategic expansion in one of the most dynamic renewable energy markets. What you will do Lead and manage all aspects of the company's operations, including commercial, technical, project development, and business development for renewable energy projects (wind & solar). Strategically develop and execute the company's business plans to meet the targets set by the Board, shareholders, and stakeholders. Oversee project management from conception to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Take key decisions on operational matters including human resources, health and safety, compliance, and project development. Manage day-to-day operations , balancing commercial and technical priorities, with a focus on efficiency and innovation. Lead business development efforts by identifying new market opportunities, fostering relationships with potential clients, and overseeing the development of new projects. Develop and manage budgets for both the company and individual projects, ensuring financial targets are met and exceeded where possible. Promote risk management , identifying potential risks to project timelines, costs, and company reputation, and taking proactive measures to mitigate them. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and legal guidelines, both for internal processes and external operations. Foster a culture of innovation , ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the renewable energy sector by seeking and implementing the latest technologies. B uild and lead high-performing teams , including recruitment, training, and development, to meet the company's growing demands and achieve business goals. Collaborate with the global network within the company, working closely with international peers across EMEA to drive growth in the global renewable energy market. Represent the company in external forums such as exhibitions, trade fairs, and industry events to enhance brand visibility and partnerships. Provide strategic insights and advice to the Board, preparing reports and decision memos regarding market trends, project developments, and business opportunities. Take full responsibility for QHSE , ensuring robust health and safety systems are implemented for employees and stakeholders, while proactively mitigating risks associated with renewable energy operations. What you'll need to succeed Experience Requirements + Minimum 5-10 years of senior management experience as Managing Director, Country Manager, or Head of a large team. + At least 10 years of proven experience in the UK energy market, with a strong track record in renewable energy (wind and solar). Educational Qualifications: University degree in a technical, economic, or environmental discipline. Renewable Energy Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the UK wind and solar (PV) market, including trends, challenges, and opportunities. Project Development & Management: Proven experience in managing renewable energy projects, particularly in wind and solar energy, from conception through execution. Strategic Planning & Execution: Ability to create and implement business strategies to meet the company's financial and strategic targets, driving growth and innovation. Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial performance metrics and budget management, particularly within renewable energy projects. Risk Management & QHSE Compliance: Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring robust QHSE standards and health and safety compliance to secure project success and business continuity. Communication & Relationship Management: Excellent communication skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and international teams. Digital Solutions & Innovation: Understanding of digital tools and the ability to drive digital transformation to support business operations and enhance efficiency. Entrepreneurial Mindset: Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable to changing market conditions, viewing disruption as an opportunity to innovate and reimagine business processes. Fluency in English & Intercultural Competence: Fluency in English (both written and spoken) and the ability to manage cross-cultural teams and collaborate with international colleagues effectively. Private Health Insurance. Life Assurance Cover. Company Pension Scheme. Flexible Working Environment. Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme. Excellent Company Culture. Mental Health First Aid support. Employee Assistance Programme which provides all employees with 24/7 access to telephone and online counselling. Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding. BayWa r.e. UK Limited is part of the international BayWa r.e. group of renewable energy businesses, with our main office based in Edinburgh, and with other locations in Cork and Glasgow. The BayWa r.e. UK team focuses on renewable project development, acquisition and construction of Wind, Solar, BESS and Hybrid Projects, both in the UK and Ireland. About BayWa r.e. We are an international project developer of wind, solar and battery storage (BESS) projects. Our activities include the planning, development and construction of these projects, as well as their operation and maintenance, and energy trading. BayWa r.e. is also a leading global supplier to the solar distribution market. In total, we have successfully brought online more than 6 GW of renewable energy. Our shareholders are BayWa AG and Energy Infrastructure Partners. You matter to us At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment. Your Contact Julia Seres
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
UKRE BayWa r.e. UK Limited About the role Join us on our transformational journey as we seek a visionary Managing Director - UK & Ireland to lead our operations and accelerate growth in the renewable energy sector. Ideally based in our Edinburgh or Glasgow office, you will take full responsibility for shaping strategy, driving innovation, and delivering exceptional results across wind and solar projects.This is a senior leadership role reporting directly to the Global Group COO, with full P&L accountability and responsibility for a team of approximately 70 employees across the UK and Ireland. You will be the driving force behind operational excellence, commercial success, and strategic expansion in one of the most dynamic renewable energy markets. What you will do Lead and manage all aspects of the company's operations, including commercial, technical, project development, and business development for renewable energy projects (wind & solar). Strategically develop and execute the company's business plans to meet the targets set by the Board, shareholders, and stakeholders. Oversee project management from conception to execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget. Take key decisions on operational matters including human resources, health and safety, compliance, and project development. Manage day-to-day operations , balancing commercial and technical priorities, with a focus on efficiency and innovation. Lead business development efforts by identifying new market opportunities, fostering relationships with potential clients, and overseeing the development of new projects. Develop and manage budgets for both the company and individual projects, ensuring financial targets are met and exceeded where possible. Promote risk management , identifying potential risks to project timelines, costs, and company reputation, and taking proactive measures to mitigate them. Ensure compliance with industry regulations, company policies, and legal guidelines, both for internal processes and external operations. Foster a culture of innovation , ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the renewable energy sector by seeking and implementing the latest technologies. B uild and lead high-performing teams , including recruitment, training, and development, to meet the company's growing demands and achieve business goals. Collaborate with the global network within the company, working closely with international peers across EMEA to drive growth in the global renewable energy market. Represent the company in external forums such as exhibitions, trade fairs, and industry events to enhance brand visibility and partnerships. Provide strategic insights and advice to the Board, preparing reports and decision memos regarding market trends, project developments, and business opportunities. Take full responsibility for QHSE , ensuring robust health and safety systems are implemented for employees and stakeholders, while proactively mitigating risks associated with renewable energy operations. What you'll need to succeed Experience Requirements + Minimum 5-10 years of senior management experience as Managing Director, Country Manager, or Head of a large team. + At least 10 years of proven experience in the UK energy market, with a strong track record in renewable energy (wind and solar). Educational Qualifications: University degree in a technical, economic, or environmental discipline. Renewable Energy Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the UK wind and solar (PV) market, including trends, challenges, and opportunities. Project Development & Management: Proven experience in managing renewable energy projects, particularly in wind and solar energy, from conception through execution. Strategic Planning & Execution: Ability to create and implement business strategies to meet the company's financial and strategic targets, driving growth and innovation. Financial Acumen: Solid understanding of financial performance metrics and budget management, particularly within renewable energy projects. Risk Management & QHSE Compliance: Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks, ensuring robust QHSE standards and health and safety compliance to secure project success and business continuity. Communication & Relationship Management: Excellent communication skills, capable of building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and international teams. Digital Solutions & Innovation: Understanding of digital tools and the ability to drive digital transformation to support business operations and enhance efficiency. Entrepreneurial Mindset: Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable to changing market conditions, viewing disruption as an opportunity to innovate and reimagine business processes. Fluency in English & Intercultural Competence: Fluency in English (both written and spoken) and the ability to manage cross-cultural teams and collaborate with international colleagues effectively. Private Health Insurance. Life Assurance Cover. Company Pension Scheme. Flexible Working Environment. Yearly Discretionary Performance Bonus Scheme. Excellent Company Culture. Mental Health First Aid support. Employee Assistance Programme which provides all employees with 24/7 access to telephone and online counselling. Benefits can vary depending on the location and are not legally binding. BayWa r.e. UK Limited is part of the international BayWa r.e. group of renewable energy businesses, with our main office based in Edinburgh, and with other locations in Cork and Glasgow. The BayWa r.e. UK team focuses on renewable project development, acquisition and construction of Wind, Solar, BESS and Hybrid Projects, both in the UK and Ireland. About BayWa r.e. We are an international project developer of wind, solar and battery storage (BESS) projects. Our activities include the planning, development and construction of these projects, as well as their operation and maintenance, and energy trading. BayWa r.e. is also a leading global supplier to the solar distribution market. In total, we have successfully brought online more than 6 GW of renewable energy. Our shareholders are BayWa AG and Energy Infrastructure Partners. You matter to us At BayWa r.e. we are fully committed to fostering equity and inclusion and embrace diversity, of all our people, both present and those yet to join us! We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of gender, gender identity, national origin, religion, social-, cultural-, or ethnic-background, sex, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by appropriate law. All hiring decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. We are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer for all by providing an inclusive environment free of discrimination or harassment. Your Contact Julia Seres
Over Head Line Design Engineer UK wide - (Hybrid) Permanent Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Professional Services are currently recruiting an Overhead Line Design Engineer to join our team. You will be based from either our Leeds, our Stowmarket or London offices, with options to work from Home. You will be required to Travel as and when required for client meetings, internal team meetings or site visits. The successful candidate will work with the team lead and be responsible for the design and delivery of overhead line (OHL) new build and refurbishment projects, providing technical expertise and guidance to the team. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Undertake the design and development of OHL projects, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and client requirements. Responsible for all aspects of OHL design, including conductor sizing and modelling, insulation selection, lighting protection, line routing, PLS-CAD modelling, clearance checking and structure and foundation design and analysis using PLS-TOWER, or PLS-POLE. Production of technical documents, such as engineering reports, specifications, drawings, and calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Preparation of proposals for OHL design projects, including determination of design scope, allocating resource, costing program and deliverables. Provide technical support and guidance to the wider team, including tendering, mentoring, and training junior engineers Operate within the quality assurance manual of Freedom/NGB group or an established project management methodology which ensures the maintenance of equivalent standards. Attend site visits, inspections, and meetings as required. What we're looking for : Engineers that join our team will need to have diverse skill sets to bring technical, ethical, social and management competence to every job that we work on, for all of our professional clients and key stakeholders. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC, and experience of working withing the contract conditions. The business proactively encourages chartership in engineering, and senior engineers are expected to be chartered or close to achieving chartership. You must have Qualifications and experience in: Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Experience in OHL design, including experience in the power transmission and distribution industry. Strong technical knowledge and understanding of OHL design principles and standards governing OHL design in the UK. A good level of technical experience in the production of designs, calculations, reports & drawings associated with new build and refurbishment OHL projects from 11kV - 400kV Experience in using design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, delivering to deadlines and budgets. Have a good understanding of CDM 2015 and the Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations Sufficient knowledge of AutoCAD 3D to fulfil role. Knowledge of MicroStation CAD software (Desirable). CSCS Card Holder (Desirable) Full UK driving license. Benefits: We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive salary Car or Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution Sick Pay Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Over Head Line Design Engineer UK wide - (Hybrid) Permanent Competitive Salary + Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary Freedom Professional Services are currently recruiting an Overhead Line Design Engineer to join our team. You will be based from either our Leeds, our Stowmarket or London offices, with options to work from Home. You will be required to Travel as and when required for client meetings, internal team meetings or site visits. The successful candidate will work with the team lead and be responsible for the design and delivery of overhead line (OHL) new build and refurbishment projects, providing technical expertise and guidance to the team. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Undertake the design and development of OHL projects, ensuring compliance with technical and safety standards, and client requirements. Responsible for all aspects of OHL design, including conductor sizing and modelling, insulation selection, lighting protection, line routing, PLS-CAD modelling, clearance checking and structure and foundation design and analysis using PLS-TOWER, or PLS-POLE. Production of technical documents, such as engineering reports, specifications, drawings, and calculations, ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards. Preparation of proposals for OHL design projects, including determination of design scope, allocating resource, costing program and deliverables. Provide technical support and guidance to the wider team, including tendering, mentoring, and training junior engineers Operate within the quality assurance manual of Freedom/NGB group or an established project management methodology which ensures the maintenance of equivalent standards. Attend site visits, inspections, and meetings as required. What we're looking for : Engineers that join our team will need to have diverse skill sets to bring technical, ethical, social and management competence to every job that we work on, for all of our professional clients and key stakeholders. Strong budgetary and project management skills are required at this level, accompanied by good commercial knowledge of design and construction contract forms such as NEC, and experience of working withing the contract conditions. The business proactively encourages chartership in engineering, and senior engineers are expected to be chartered or close to achieving chartership. You must have Qualifications and experience in: Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field. Experience in OHL design, including experience in the power transmission and distribution industry. Strong technical knowledge and understanding of OHL design principles and standards governing OHL design in the UK. A good level of technical experience in the production of designs, calculations, reports & drawings associated with new build and refurbishment OHL projects from 11kV - 400kV Experience in using design software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, and PLS-TOWER. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, delivering to deadlines and budgets. Have a good understanding of CDM 2015 and the Electricity Safety, Quality and Continuity Regulations Sufficient knowledge of AutoCAD 3D to fulfil role. Knowledge of MicroStation CAD software (Desirable). CSCS Card Holder (Desirable) Full UK driving license. Benefits: We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive salary Car or Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution Sick Pay Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward-thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be.
We're hiring for a Head of Compliance to support our growing compliance team! To keep up with our growth in the UK and Ireland, we're looking for a dedicated Head of Compliance to lead and manage NFP Europe's group compliance function in the UK & the Republic of Ireland. Putting people first is at the heart of everything we do, and that extends to our clients as well as our employees. As our Head of Compliance, you'll be right at the forefront of helping us deliver this mission by supporting the General Counsel with overseeing NFP Europe's compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including those set by the FCA & the CBI, and other applicable bodies. This will result in ensuring that NFP Europe operates within legal boundaries and adheres legal and ethical standards and best practices in compliance management. This role is subject to the FCA's SM&CR conduct rule requirements & CBI's Common Conduct Standards. We're looking for someone with: Excellent communication (verbal and written) and to be an effective 'regulatory translator' i.e. take complex regulation and make it accessible, understandable and relevant to the business Excellent problem solving skills and to be solution orientated Strong organisational skills and attention to detail but have the ability to take a high level view Excellent stakeholder management skills and be able to build and maintain strong relationships with the business, while also maintaining an appropriate level of professional distance A strong understanding of the UK's and preferably the ROI's regulatory regime as it applies to general insurance and/or wealth management activities Experience gained within a compliance function or industry specific operations ICA or CII qualifications (essential) Using these skills, you'll be: Developing and owning the compliance strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory expectations Providing strategic and robust regulatory & compliance advice to Senior Business Leaders Assisting the General Counsel with influencing long-term business strategy to embed compliance by design across distribution, operations, product, and claims Owning, maintaining, and continuously improving the Compliance Framework, including policy architecture, regulatory risk assessments, consumer & conduct risk frameworks, and product governance systems, conflicts of interest processes, and outsourcing oversight Ensuring compliance is fully integrated within overall risk management, operational resilience, and corporate governance structures Providing insight into NFP Europe's compliance with regulatory requirement through the design and delivery of a risk-based compliance monitoring/assurance plan Providing high-quality compliance MI, insights, and opinions to the General Counsel, the Boards and their Committees, Executive Leadership Team, and Business functions Ensuring SM&CR and SEAR & IAF responsibilities are clearly mapped, documented, and effectively governed Preparing and delivering compliance reporting and MI to Boards & their Committees, Executive Leadership Team, and Senior Business Leaders Acting as NFP Europe's senior point of contact for all FCA & CBI supervisory interactions, thematic reviews, deep dives, and formal requests Overseeing all regulatory submissions, FCA & CBI notifications, RegData filings, and SMF/PCF applications Ensuring robust decision-making and challenge in relation maintaining open and honest communication with the FCA & CBI, ensuring proactive self-reporting Representing the firm in industry consultations and regulatory working groups (as appropriate) Setting the strategic direction and methodology for the Compliance Monitoring Plan, ensuring it is risk-based, proportionate, and aligned to FCA & CBI expectations Overseeing thematic reviews, conducting audits, distribution chain oversight, and file checking functions Leading the firm's Consumer Duty strategy, ensuring products deliver fair value and good customer outcomes Overseeing and approving product governance processes, fair value assessments, distribution oversight, and outcome testing Leading preparation and sign-off of the annual Consumer Duty Board Report Approving risk assessments, due diligence, and annual oversight reviews for all partners Challenging distribution arrangements to ensure regulatory compliance and customer outcome integrity Leading and developing the UK & ROI Compliance teams, ensuring strong capability and succession planning Overseeing delivery of regulatory training to Board, SMFs, and all staff Who is NFP? With over 600 people in the UK and Ireland and over 8,000 employees worldwide, NFP is part of the Aon group and specialise in helping businesses in four core areas: Insurance (helping them manage key risks) Health and safety (supporting them to create a safer workplace for their employees) Employee benefits (helping them reward their people more effectively) HR, people and talent (supporting employers and their people to thrive through changes and challenges) What you'll love about working here working in a dynamic, fast-paced organisation in an exciting industry the opportunity to do globally impactful work from day one learning from industry and business line specialists with decades of experience a huge variety of projects to work on and challenges to solve our People First culture, which illustrates our commitment to your wellbeing and development, not just as an employee but as a human being a rich suite of employee benefits and out-of-work perk The great benefits we offer: Finances It's important to know you're paid fairly for the hard work you put in, which is why we complete regular reviews to keep your salary in line as you progress. Plus, we offer initiatives to support and give you financial peace of mind. Matched employer pension contributions Life Assurance and Group Income Protection Lifestyle discounts for well-known brands Work-life balance We appreciate the importance of your life outside of work and the benefits of an effective work-life balance. That's why our policies and culture respect your ability to be flexible, helping you be your best self both in and out of the office. Opportunity for hybrid working Generous annual leave allowance Health and wellbeing We firmly believe in supporting the whole person, not just the employee. At NFP, you have access to a number of initiatives and resources designed to support your physical and mental health and wellbeing. Comprehensive Private healthcare Healthcare cash plan Additional days off throughout the year to focus on your wellbeing Charity and community work At NFP, your sense of purpose will stretch far beyond your job role. With numerous opportunities to support charities and local initiatives close to our heart, you'll be able to join us in making a real difference. Numerous charity fundraising challenges and events throughout the year Opportunities to volunteer and give back to the
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
We're hiring for a Head of Compliance to support our growing compliance team! To keep up with our growth in the UK and Ireland, we're looking for a dedicated Head of Compliance to lead and manage NFP Europe's group compliance function in the UK & the Republic of Ireland. Putting people first is at the heart of everything we do, and that extends to our clients as well as our employees. As our Head of Compliance, you'll be right at the forefront of helping us deliver this mission by supporting the General Counsel with overseeing NFP Europe's compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including those set by the FCA & the CBI, and other applicable bodies. This will result in ensuring that NFP Europe operates within legal boundaries and adheres legal and ethical standards and best practices in compliance management. This role is subject to the FCA's SM&CR conduct rule requirements & CBI's Common Conduct Standards. We're looking for someone with: Excellent communication (verbal and written) and to be an effective 'regulatory translator' i.e. take complex regulation and make it accessible, understandable and relevant to the business Excellent problem solving skills and to be solution orientated Strong organisational skills and attention to detail but have the ability to take a high level view Excellent stakeholder management skills and be able to build and maintain strong relationships with the business, while also maintaining an appropriate level of professional distance A strong understanding of the UK's and preferably the ROI's regulatory regime as it applies to general insurance and/or wealth management activities Experience gained within a compliance function or industry specific operations ICA or CII qualifications (essential) Using these skills, you'll be: Developing and owning the compliance strategy, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory expectations Providing strategic and robust regulatory & compliance advice to Senior Business Leaders Assisting the General Counsel with influencing long-term business strategy to embed compliance by design across distribution, operations, product, and claims Owning, maintaining, and continuously improving the Compliance Framework, including policy architecture, regulatory risk assessments, consumer & conduct risk frameworks, and product governance systems, conflicts of interest processes, and outsourcing oversight Ensuring compliance is fully integrated within overall risk management, operational resilience, and corporate governance structures Providing insight into NFP Europe's compliance with regulatory requirement through the design and delivery of a risk-based compliance monitoring/assurance plan Providing high-quality compliance MI, insights, and opinions to the General Counsel, the Boards and their Committees, Executive Leadership Team, and Business functions Ensuring SM&CR and SEAR & IAF responsibilities are clearly mapped, documented, and effectively governed Preparing and delivering compliance reporting and MI to Boards & their Committees, Executive Leadership Team, and Senior Business Leaders Acting as NFP Europe's senior point of contact for all FCA & CBI supervisory interactions, thematic reviews, deep dives, and formal requests Overseeing all regulatory submissions, FCA & CBI notifications, RegData filings, and SMF/PCF applications Ensuring robust decision-making and challenge in relation maintaining open and honest communication with the FCA & CBI, ensuring proactive self-reporting Representing the firm in industry consultations and regulatory working groups (as appropriate) Setting the strategic direction and methodology for the Compliance Monitoring Plan, ensuring it is risk-based, proportionate, and aligned to FCA & CBI expectations Overseeing thematic reviews, conducting audits, distribution chain oversight, and file checking functions Leading the firm's Consumer Duty strategy, ensuring products deliver fair value and good customer outcomes Overseeing and approving product governance processes, fair value assessments, distribution oversight, and outcome testing Leading preparation and sign-off of the annual Consumer Duty Board Report Approving risk assessments, due diligence, and annual oversight reviews for all partners Challenging distribution arrangements to ensure regulatory compliance and customer outcome integrity Leading and developing the UK & ROI Compliance teams, ensuring strong capability and succession planning Overseeing delivery of regulatory training to Board, SMFs, and all staff Who is NFP? With over 600 people in the UK and Ireland and over 8,000 employees worldwide, NFP is part of the Aon group and specialise in helping businesses in four core areas: Insurance (helping them manage key risks) Health and safety (supporting them to create a safer workplace for their employees) Employee benefits (helping them reward their people more effectively) HR, people and talent (supporting employers and their people to thrive through changes and challenges) What you'll love about working here working in a dynamic, fast-paced organisation in an exciting industry the opportunity to do globally impactful work from day one learning from industry and business line specialists with decades of experience a huge variety of projects to work on and challenges to solve our People First culture, which illustrates our commitment to your wellbeing and development, not just as an employee but as a human being a rich suite of employee benefits and out-of-work perk The great benefits we offer: Finances It's important to know you're paid fairly for the hard work you put in, which is why we complete regular reviews to keep your salary in line as you progress. Plus, we offer initiatives to support and give you financial peace of mind. Matched employer pension contributions Life Assurance and Group Income Protection Lifestyle discounts for well-known brands Work-life balance We appreciate the importance of your life outside of work and the benefits of an effective work-life balance. That's why our policies and culture respect your ability to be flexible, helping you be your best self both in and out of the office. Opportunity for hybrid working Generous annual leave allowance Health and wellbeing We firmly believe in supporting the whole person, not just the employee. At NFP, you have access to a number of initiatives and resources designed to support your physical and mental health and wellbeing. Comprehensive Private healthcare Healthcare cash plan Additional days off throughout the year to focus on your wellbeing Charity and community work At NFP, your sense of purpose will stretch far beyond your job role. With numerous opportunities to support charities and local initiatives close to our heart, you'll be able to join us in making a real difference. Numerous charity fundraising challenges and events throughout the year Opportunities to volunteer and give back to the
A global insurance leader based in London is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide legal support for its commercial lines. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with 5-7 years of experience, familiar with property and casualty insurance. You will work collaboratively to ensure compliance and manage legal risks while mentoring junior legal staff. This role offers the chance to significantly impact the growth and strategies of the UK-based lines of business.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
A global insurance leader based in London is seeking an Assistant General Counsel to provide legal support for its commercial lines. The ideal candidate will be a qualified lawyer with 5-7 years of experience, familiar with property and casualty insurance. You will work collaboratively to ensure compliance and manage legal risks while mentoring junior legal staff. This role offers the chance to significantly impact the growth and strategies of the UK-based lines of business.
Company Description AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at . on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and TikTok. Job Description AbbVie is searching for an in-house Associate General Counsel for our Patent Prosecution group, part of AbbVie's Intellectual Property, Transactions, and Innovation legal team. This position will support AbbVie's pharmaceutical products and be based in our offices in North Chicago, IL, Waltham, MA, South San Francisco, CA, or Irvine, CA with a hybrid work model (onsite 3+ days/week). Acting individually and in cross-functional teams, the Associate General Counsel will develop and implement intellectual property strategies for AbbVie's products and product candidates. Responsibilities: Maximize AbbVie's competitive position through creation and implementation of intellectual property strategies Provide legal advice and counsel to cross-functional R&D and business teams on a variety of IP-related matters Draft, file, and prosecute strategically useful patent applications worldwide both directly and through management of outside counsel Challenge and defend patents in IPR, opposition, interference, and other post-grant proceedings Conduct prior art searches, analyze third-party patent positions, and conduct due diligence to support business development activities Qualifications Requirements: JD degree from an accredited law school, state bar admission enabling in-house practice (specific state not required), and registration to practice before the USPTO 8+ years of experience practicing patent law as an attorney or patent agent at a law firm and/or life sciences company, including substantial U.S. and foreign patent prosecution Experience with India, China, and emerging markets a plus Technical background relevant for pharmaceutical patent prosecution, such as: Experience with small molecule and/or biological pharmaceutical discovery & development, and/or Technical degree in relevant field, such as molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or biomedical engineering Strong legal, analytical, communication, collaboration, and people skills Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects to meet deadlines Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: What AbbVie Has to Offer Our work can-and does-have a tangible, lasting impact on millions of people. But it's not just the results that matter. How we achieve them matters, too. Leading with purpose, we work to build a more sustainable future for generations to come. We do that by putting our expertise, resources and talent to work to make a real difference for patients, communities and our world.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Company Description AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas - immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at . on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and TikTok. Job Description AbbVie is searching for an in-house Associate General Counsel for our Patent Prosecution group, part of AbbVie's Intellectual Property, Transactions, and Innovation legal team. This position will support AbbVie's pharmaceutical products and be based in our offices in North Chicago, IL, Waltham, MA, South San Francisco, CA, or Irvine, CA with a hybrid work model (onsite 3+ days/week). Acting individually and in cross-functional teams, the Associate General Counsel will develop and implement intellectual property strategies for AbbVie's products and product candidates. Responsibilities: Maximize AbbVie's competitive position through creation and implementation of intellectual property strategies Provide legal advice and counsel to cross-functional R&D and business teams on a variety of IP-related matters Draft, file, and prosecute strategically useful patent applications worldwide both directly and through management of outside counsel Challenge and defend patents in IPR, opposition, interference, and other post-grant proceedings Conduct prior art searches, analyze third-party patent positions, and conduct due diligence to support business development activities Qualifications Requirements: JD degree from an accredited law school, state bar admission enabling in-house practice (specific state not required), and registration to practice before the USPTO 8+ years of experience practicing patent law as an attorney or patent agent at a law firm and/or life sciences company, including substantial U.S. and foreign patent prosecution Experience with India, China, and emerging markets a plus Technical background relevant for pharmaceutical patent prosecution, such as: Experience with small molecule and/or biological pharmaceutical discovery & development, and/or Technical degree in relevant field, such as molecular biology, biotechnology, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, chemical engineering, or biomedical engineering Strong legal, analytical, communication, collaboration, and people skills Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects to meet deadlines Additional Information Applicable only to applicants applying to a position in any location with pay disclosure requirements under state or local law: The compensation range described below is the range of possible base pay compensation that the Company believes in good faith it will pay for this role at the time of this posting based on the job grade for this position. Individual compensation paid within this range will depend on many factors including geographic location, and we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs. Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, incentive, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole and absolute discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole and absolute discretion, consistent with applicable law. AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. US & Puerto Rico only - to learn more, visit US & Puerto Rico applicants seeking a reasonable accommodation, click here to learn more: What AbbVie Has to Offer Our work can-and does-have a tangible, lasting impact on millions of people. But it's not just the results that matter. How we achieve them matters, too. Leading with purpose, we work to build a more sustainable future for generations to come. We do that by putting our expertise, resources and talent to work to make a real difference for patients, communities and our world.
Overview Welcome to Charters, we're known for bringing local knowledge and strong values together, to put people first. As part of Lomond, the UK's leading network of lettings and estate agencies, we're proud to have 10offices and over 150 staff ready to assist our customers. With our team's extensive industry expertise and local knowledge, we're here to help people find, sell, and let their property. Now, we're happy to offer you an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Branch Partner in our Farnhamoffice. This role offers a realistic OTE range of £60,000 - £65,000 pa. Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and manage the sales team to consistently achieve and exceed sales targets. Set clear performance and expectations and hold regular team meetings, coaching sessions, and one-to-ones. Drive branch sales performance, ensuring consistent growth in instructions, viewings, and completed sales. Build strong relationships with local clients, developers, and referral partners. Oversee all branch activities to ensure they meet legal, regulatory, and company standards. Maintain accurate financial and operational records. Qualifications Proven experience within Estate Agency. Line management experience Strong track record of delivering and exceeding KIPs and sales targets. Excellent leadership, coaching, and people management skills. In-depth knowledge of the property sales process and UK conveyancing. Exceptional customer service and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset. Familiarity with local market conditions and competition. Experience in business planning and forecasting. Benefits Our smart spending app gives you discounts at over 900 retailers and our wellbeing centre is packed with resources to help you get active, eat healthier, improve your financial wellbeing, and master your mental health. Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free counselling support sessions. Get the latest gadgets and appliances with our Smart Tech Scheme. We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint with our Cycle2Work Scheme. We offer enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and IVF. You'll enjoy competitive base pay that aligns with market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles. Celebrate your loyalty with special days and celebrations for length of service. Planning for retirement? We've got you covered with that important pension pot. We'll support your professional development by funding your professional qualifications, so you can reach your full potential and build your career. And of course, we like to have a little fun too! Our company socials bring our people together. So work hard, and then socialise even harder! We're excited to offer these amazing benefits to our hardworking teams. It's our way of showing appreciation for your dedication. At Charters, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you. Apply today!
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Overview Welcome to Charters, we're known for bringing local knowledge and strong values together, to put people first. As part of Lomond, the UK's leading network of lettings and estate agencies, we're proud to have 10offices and over 150 staff ready to assist our customers. With our team's extensive industry expertise and local knowledge, we're here to help people find, sell, and let their property. Now, we're happy to offer you an exciting opportunity to join our dynamic team as a Branch Partner in our Farnhamoffice. This role offers a realistic OTE range of £60,000 - £65,000 pa. Responsibilities Lead, motivate, and manage the sales team to consistently achieve and exceed sales targets. Set clear performance and expectations and hold regular team meetings, coaching sessions, and one-to-ones. Drive branch sales performance, ensuring consistent growth in instructions, viewings, and completed sales. Build strong relationships with local clients, developers, and referral partners. Oversee all branch activities to ensure they meet legal, regulatory, and company standards. Maintain accurate financial and operational records. Qualifications Proven experience within Estate Agency. Line management experience Strong track record of delivering and exceeding KIPs and sales targets. Excellent leadership, coaching, and people management skills. In-depth knowledge of the property sales process and UK conveyancing. Exceptional customer service and communication skills. Ability to work under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. Commercial acumen and a results-driven mindset. Familiarity with local market conditions and competition. Experience in business planning and forecasting. Benefits Our smart spending app gives you discounts at over 900 retailers and our wellbeing centre is packed with resources to help you get active, eat healthier, improve your financial wellbeing, and master your mental health. Our Employee Assistance Programme offers free counselling support sessions. Get the latest gadgets and appliances with our Smart Tech Scheme. We're committed to reducing our carbon footprint with our Cycle2Work Scheme. We offer enhanced Family Friendly Leave for maternity, paternity, adoption, and IVF. You'll enjoy competitive base pay that aligns with market value, plus incentivised commission and performance bonuses for most roles. Celebrate your loyalty with special days and celebrations for length of service. Planning for retirement? We've got you covered with that important pension pot. We'll support your professional development by funding your professional qualifications, so you can reach your full potential and build your career. And of course, we like to have a little fun too! Our company socials bring our people together. So work hard, and then socialise even harder! We're excited to offer these amazing benefits to our hardworking teams. It's our way of showing appreciation for your dedication. At Charters, we value diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants of all nationalities, backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. Join us and experience a workplace that truly values you. Apply today!
JOB TITLE: Security Officer LOCATION: Yate Shopping Centre Shifts: 12 hours per day 4 on 4 off, 42 hours per week Pay Rate: £13.50 p/h If you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact our Recruitment Department at . We're here to help! OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION The SO will ensure exemplary standards of Security and Customer Service are provided to the client and visitors to the site at all times. The SO is the public face of the Security Team and should act with professionalism at all times. A can-do attitude is essential in this highly influential role Main Duties & Responsibilities: To readily interact with all visitors/tenants within the shopping centre, delivering first class customer focused service. Carry out regular patrols of the shopping centre as detailed in the site Assignment Instructions, being proactive at all times. Be professional, pleasant, friendly, courteous and helpful at all times whilst carry out duties to the highest standard. To ensure exemplary standards in personal grooming, strictly adhering to the site uniform requirements. Continuously look for opportunities to be of assistance to visitors at the shopping centre, proactively offering assistance wherever opportunities arise. To ensure that the site is a safe and non-threatening environment for all visitors/tenants. Ensuring all incidents are managed in accordance with site policies and procedures. Liaising with site control room proactively reacting to incidents and ensuring colleagues are fully briefed and supported at all times. Ensure any unsecure areas of the site are reported to Control Room immediately and action taken to resolve. To record/log all non-conformances and emergencies with the appropriate control room operatives. To deal efficiently and effectively with all emergencies ensuring the Centre team are kept fully informed at all times. Intelligent understanding of human behaviour, monitoring and surveillance of suspect individuals, logging and reporting incidents in line with site/company polices. Maintain vigilance and highlight/manage unauthorised access by banned individuals. Provide assistance to third party contractors/visitors ensuring all site procedures/policies are adhered to. To liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and the provision of information. Ensure radio procedures are adhered to at all times. Ensure all events/incidents are recorded in the SO notebook correctly and notebook policies are adhered to at all times. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required to meet the needs of the business. Any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager. Ensure a timely response to all security issues and events. Complete all training requirements as requested by line manager. Be available to cover at least 1 additional shift per month if requested to cover absence/annual leave. Liaise closely with the Environmental Services team delivering one service and highlight opportunities in working as one team. Support the Supervisor in conducting regular audits as required. N.B - Core tasks are as above, although this list is not exhaustive. Person Specification: TEAM: • One team approach. ACCOUNTABILITY: • Take ownership of all situations to ensure tasks are completed or escalated when necessary. CONFIDENCE: • Aim high and achieve. HONESTY: • In all things and respect to all people. SITE BASED VALUES: • Always treat everyone with dignity and respect in a professional and courteous manner. • Always listen intently to our customers and always clarify what they need or want from us. • Always strive to anticipate our clients' needs and act quickly to meet them - always try to seek out straightforward, intelligent solutions and effective ways to implement them. • Always do what you say you will do - whatever the job, always see it through. • Always aim to go the extra mile - try to give our clients more than they were expecting. • Always communicate honestly and openly with our customers and make sure that we are delivering what they want. Never hide bad news. ESSENTIAL SKILLS: • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and workloads. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work unsupervised and take responsibility. • Ability to remain calm under pressure. • Adaptable and flexible in approach to work required. • Willingness and ability to work as a member of a team. • Report writing/Presentation skills. • Excellent observational skills We're proud to offer a great range of benefits including: 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling Get Fit Programme Financial and legal support Cycle to work scheme Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find: Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis For more information about ABM's benefits, visit our careers page ABOUT US ABM is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility services. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services that improve the spaces and places that matter most. ABM offers a comprehensive array of facility services that includes cleaning, engineering, parking, electrical & lighting, energy solutions, HVAC & mechanical, security, and mission critical solutions. ABM delivers these custom facility solutions to properties across a wide range of industries - from commercial office buildings to schools, airports, hospitals, data centres, manufacturing plants and distribution centres, entertainment venues and more. In the UK we're proud to service icon sites across the country with more than 10,000 team members. For more information, visit . ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
JOB TITLE: Security Officer LOCATION: Yate Shopping Centre Shifts: 12 hours per day 4 on 4 off, 42 hours per week Pay Rate: £13.50 p/h If you require any additional support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please don't hesitate to contact our Recruitment Department at . We're here to help! OVERVIEW OF JOB DESCRIPTION The SO will ensure exemplary standards of Security and Customer Service are provided to the client and visitors to the site at all times. The SO is the public face of the Security Team and should act with professionalism at all times. A can-do attitude is essential in this highly influential role Main Duties & Responsibilities: To readily interact with all visitors/tenants within the shopping centre, delivering first class customer focused service. Carry out regular patrols of the shopping centre as detailed in the site Assignment Instructions, being proactive at all times. Be professional, pleasant, friendly, courteous and helpful at all times whilst carry out duties to the highest standard. To ensure exemplary standards in personal grooming, strictly adhering to the site uniform requirements. Continuously look for opportunities to be of assistance to visitors at the shopping centre, proactively offering assistance wherever opportunities arise. To ensure that the site is a safe and non-threatening environment for all visitors/tenants. Ensuring all incidents are managed in accordance with site policies and procedures. Liaising with site control room proactively reacting to incidents and ensuring colleagues are fully briefed and supported at all times. Ensure any unsecure areas of the site are reported to Control Room immediately and action taken to resolve. To record/log all non-conformances and emergencies with the appropriate control room operatives. To deal efficiently and effectively with all emergencies ensuring the Centre team are kept fully informed at all times. Intelligent understanding of human behaviour, monitoring and surveillance of suspect individuals, logging and reporting incidents in line with site/company polices. Maintain vigilance and highlight/manage unauthorised access by banned individuals. Provide assistance to third party contractors/visitors ensuring all site procedures/policies are adhered to. To liaise closely with statutory authorities, dealing with incidents and the provision of information. Ensure radio procedures are adhered to at all times. Ensure all events/incidents are recorded in the SO notebook correctly and notebook policies are adhered to at all times. Undertake any other reasonable duties as required to meet the needs of the business. Any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager. Ensure a timely response to all security issues and events. Complete all training requirements as requested by line manager. Be available to cover at least 1 additional shift per month if requested to cover absence/annual leave. Liaise closely with the Environmental Services team delivering one service and highlight opportunities in working as one team. Support the Supervisor in conducting regular audits as required. N.B - Core tasks are as above, although this list is not exhaustive. Person Specification: TEAM: • One team approach. ACCOUNTABILITY: • Take ownership of all situations to ensure tasks are completed or escalated when necessary. CONFIDENCE: • Aim high and achieve. HONESTY: • In all things and respect to all people. SITE BASED VALUES: • Always treat everyone with dignity and respect in a professional and courteous manner. • Always listen intently to our customers and always clarify what they need or want from us. • Always strive to anticipate our clients' needs and act quickly to meet them - always try to seek out straightforward, intelligent solutions and effective ways to implement them. • Always do what you say you will do - whatever the job, always see it through. • Always aim to go the extra mile - try to give our clients more than they were expecting. • Always communicate honestly and openly with our customers and make sure that we are delivering what they want. Never hide bad news. ESSENTIAL SKILLS: • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to balance competing priorities and workloads. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work unsupervised and take responsibility. • Ability to remain calm under pressure. • Adaptable and flexible in approach to work required. • Willingness and ability to work as a member of a team. • Report writing/Presentation skills. • Excellent observational skills We're proud to offer a great range of benefits including: 24/7 GP: Both you and your immediate family can speak to a UK-based GP from the comfort of your own home Mental Health support and Life Event Counseling Get Fit Programme Financial and legal support Cycle to work scheme Access Perks at Work, our innovative employee app where you can find: Perks: discounts, gift cards, cashback, and exclusive offers Life: Search for resources and tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, money and work Support: Online chat or telephone service for urgent support in a crisis For more information about ABM's benefits, visit our careers page ABOUT US ABM is one of the world's largest providers of integrated facility services. A driving force for a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable world, ABM provides essential services that improve the spaces and places that matter most. ABM offers a comprehensive array of facility services that includes cleaning, engineering, parking, electrical & lighting, energy solutions, HVAC & mechanical, security, and mission critical solutions. ABM delivers these custom facility solutions to properties across a wide range of industries - from commercial office buildings to schools, airports, hospitals, data centres, manufacturing plants and distribution centres, entertainment venues and more. In the UK we're proud to service icon sites across the country with more than 10,000 team members. For more information, visit . ABM are committed to employment practices that promote diversity and inclusion in employment regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, sex, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion or belief. We are proud members of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme.
Placement Programme 2026 - General Counsel On our Placement programme, you will spend a year getting vital experience working on some of our biggest projects. All our projects have specifically been designed for this programme, enabling you to explore your different interests and opportunities available to you. Each placement included in this program is designed to push you to perform at your best whilst being supported by our development programme. You'll gain a real insight and develop your areas of negotiating and influencing skills, commercial and strategic thinking and gaining an in depth knowledge of how our bank works. If successful on the programme you'll have the opportunity to be considered for our future Graduate Programmes. Placement Programme: Key Information Programme Duration: 7th September 2026 (1 year) Banking Leadership Placement Programme Salary £24,500pa Location: Manchester/ Hybrid- you will also need to travel to Coventry when required. Applications open: Please note we may withdraw this vacancy once sufficient applications have been reached. General Counsel We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, organised individual with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. On a placement in the General Counsel Function you will spend time working across all areas of the Function as follows: The Legal Team - providing advice to all areas of the Group including commercial contracts, consumer products, corporate and commercial banking and litigation Corporate Governance and Secretariat - providing governance and secretariat services to the wider Group, ensuring that its legal, statutory and regulatory obligations are met Data Protection Compliance - ensuring the Group's data protection obligations are met Legal Operations including Legal Risk - identifying the legal obligations that exist across the Group, enabling these risks to be proactively managed and mitigated Public Affairs and Policy Your work will include: reviewing legislation and regulations; legal research; reviewing processes and procedures; and supporting the team to advise a variety of different business areas across the Group. Fantastic support Interns will have access to all the support needed. Business Sponsors will review and appraise your performance, providing feedback and coaching at every step of the way to ensure success and personal growth. We'll also assign a buddy from our Graduate community who will provide support in building their network. Are you made of the right stuff? We're looking for creative, ambitious and fast learning undergraduates who will grasp every opportunity with both hands. Ready to take on real responsibility from day one, a clear drive and enthusiasm will enable you to see projects through from start to finish. A confident communicator and commercially focused with a good head for figures, you'll have the ability to respond to all kinds of challenge. Placement Programme: Application Process What you'll need Educational Requirements: Undergraduate in penultimate year of undergraduate study On track to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree in any discipline Our assessment process Online application and screening Video Interview Assessment Centre - 23rd-27th March (In person, located at our HQ in Manchester) We can only consider candidates with the right to work in the UK at this time. Our Bank is passionate and committed to continuing to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment where all colleagues can fulfil their potential. At the beginning 2025, The Co-operative Bank officially became part of the Coventry Building Society Group. Together, we have shared values and an ethical approach towards our members, customers and colleagues. If you require more information or this document in a different format, please contact As a reputable employer regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, all offers of employment for this role are subject to a series of background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks. Rated by Morningstar Sustainalytics in the Regional Banks sub-industry with a score of 11.2 as of 14 January 2025.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Placement Programme 2026 - General Counsel On our Placement programme, you will spend a year getting vital experience working on some of our biggest projects. All our projects have specifically been designed for this programme, enabling you to explore your different interests and opportunities available to you. Each placement included in this program is designed to push you to perform at your best whilst being supported by our development programme. You'll gain a real insight and develop your areas of negotiating and influencing skills, commercial and strategic thinking and gaining an in depth knowledge of how our bank works. If successful on the programme you'll have the opportunity to be considered for our future Graduate Programmes. Placement Programme: Key Information Programme Duration: 7th September 2026 (1 year) Banking Leadership Placement Programme Salary £24,500pa Location: Manchester/ Hybrid- you will also need to travel to Coventry when required. Applications open: Please note we may withdraw this vacancy once sufficient applications have been reached. General Counsel We are looking for an enthusiastic, proactive, organised individual with excellent communication skills and attention to detail. On a placement in the General Counsel Function you will spend time working across all areas of the Function as follows: The Legal Team - providing advice to all areas of the Group including commercial contracts, consumer products, corporate and commercial banking and litigation Corporate Governance and Secretariat - providing governance and secretariat services to the wider Group, ensuring that its legal, statutory and regulatory obligations are met Data Protection Compliance - ensuring the Group's data protection obligations are met Legal Operations including Legal Risk - identifying the legal obligations that exist across the Group, enabling these risks to be proactively managed and mitigated Public Affairs and Policy Your work will include: reviewing legislation and regulations; legal research; reviewing processes and procedures; and supporting the team to advise a variety of different business areas across the Group. Fantastic support Interns will have access to all the support needed. Business Sponsors will review and appraise your performance, providing feedback and coaching at every step of the way to ensure success and personal growth. We'll also assign a buddy from our Graduate community who will provide support in building their network. Are you made of the right stuff? We're looking for creative, ambitious and fast learning undergraduates who will grasp every opportunity with both hands. Ready to take on real responsibility from day one, a clear drive and enthusiasm will enable you to see projects through from start to finish. A confident communicator and commercially focused with a good head for figures, you'll have the ability to respond to all kinds of challenge. Placement Programme: Application Process What you'll need Educational Requirements: Undergraduate in penultimate year of undergraduate study On track to achieve a minimum 2:1 degree in any discipline Our assessment process Online application and screening Video Interview Assessment Centre - 23rd-27th March (In person, located at our HQ in Manchester) We can only consider candidates with the right to work in the UK at this time. Our Bank is passionate and committed to continuing to create a diverse workforce and an inclusive environment where all colleagues can fulfil their potential. At the beginning 2025, The Co-operative Bank officially became part of the Coventry Building Society Group. Together, we have shared values and an ethical approach towards our members, customers and colleagues. If you require more information or this document in a different format, please contact As a reputable employer regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, all offers of employment for this role are subject to a series of background checks, including criminal (DBS) and financial checks. Rated by Morningstar Sustainalytics in the Regional Banks sub-industry with a score of 11.2 as of 14 January 2025.
Salary: From £40,000 Location: Barrow in Furness Walney Road Argos, Barrow In Furness, LA14 5UN Contract type: Permanent Business area: Argos Retail Closing date: 19 February 2026 Requisition ID: Shift hours Full flexibility to work 5/7 days including earlies, lates and weekends Every time somebody buys a product from us - whether it's to be dropped to their door, clicked and collected, or even picked up from a convenient Sainsbury's store - that item will have begun its journey at one of our Hubs. Each one is a major distribution operation, and one of them is set to be the latest and possibly greatest challenge in your management career to date. What you'll do You will lead and create a high-performing team, spreading our customer-centric culture in your every word and action across the hub and spoke community. Equipped with a clear vision, growth mindset and excellent leadership skills, you'll inspire, motivate and empower your colleagues to realise their potential and deliver business success in an ever evolving multi-channel retail environment. Reporting to the Area Manager, you will have total accountability for a significant store and customer fulfilment operation, delivering on all KPIs. As importantly, you'll ensure of exceptional store standards and delivery of process, so that we meet our complete customer offer from in-store to home. Who you are Positive about change and the opportunities it offers, you lead and support others and put customers firmly at the top of the agenda. You'll know how to create a vision along with your team and inspire them to deliver it. In addition, you'll recognize the strengths and skill gaps in yourself and those around you, and look to address them. Your decision-making, communication and listening skills will all be key, and you'll be adept at nurturing an environment where understanding of the customer experience should be reflected in what we do - customer first, process second. Lastly, you'll know what needs to be achieved and how to put in place the right plan and resources to do it. How you'll progress There's a host of routes to choose from. Prove yourself in this role, and we'll really encourage you to develop. Whether you choose to stay with Argos and perhaps step into a Store and then Regional Manager role or move across and develop in one of our Sainsbury's stores or regions, you'll have every opportunity to take your career where you want it to go. Relentless in your pursuit of better customer experiences, you'll evidence how you've changed things for the better for customers in a previous role. You've managed a fast-paced operation, delivering results across service, sales, customer outcomes and team performance. You use insight to make smart decisions that improve performance and customer experiences. You're confident navigating employee relations, and apply HR policies with consistency and care. You've developed and supported performance and capability within a team, helping others step up and succeed. You know how to lead through change - keeping your team motivated and focused. You walk the talk - showing up every day as a role model for service and values. What we'll give you Salary will be dependent upon your experience as well as the store size, complexity and location. Alongside this, we also offer a great range of benefits for our managers, including: Discount card - 10% discount off on your shopping at Sainsbury's, Argos, Tu and Habitat after four weeks. This increases to 15% discount off at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every pay day. Free food and hot drinks provided for Colleagues in all our stores. Generous holiday entitlement, maternity and paternity leave. Pension - we'll match 4-7% of your pension contributions. Sainsbury's share scheme - build up an investment at discounted rates Wellbeing support - access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice Colleague networks - link with like-minded people to help fulfil your potential. Our Cycle to Work scheme gives you the opportunity to hire a new bike and cycling equipment, whilst saving on tax and NI. Special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Salary: From £40,000 Location: Barrow in Furness Walney Road Argos, Barrow In Furness, LA14 5UN Contract type: Permanent Business area: Argos Retail Closing date: 19 February 2026 Requisition ID: Shift hours Full flexibility to work 5/7 days including earlies, lates and weekends Every time somebody buys a product from us - whether it's to be dropped to their door, clicked and collected, or even picked up from a convenient Sainsbury's store - that item will have begun its journey at one of our Hubs. Each one is a major distribution operation, and one of them is set to be the latest and possibly greatest challenge in your management career to date. What you'll do You will lead and create a high-performing team, spreading our customer-centric culture in your every word and action across the hub and spoke community. Equipped with a clear vision, growth mindset and excellent leadership skills, you'll inspire, motivate and empower your colleagues to realise their potential and deliver business success in an ever evolving multi-channel retail environment. Reporting to the Area Manager, you will have total accountability for a significant store and customer fulfilment operation, delivering on all KPIs. As importantly, you'll ensure of exceptional store standards and delivery of process, so that we meet our complete customer offer from in-store to home. Who you are Positive about change and the opportunities it offers, you lead and support others and put customers firmly at the top of the agenda. You'll know how to create a vision along with your team and inspire them to deliver it. In addition, you'll recognize the strengths and skill gaps in yourself and those around you, and look to address them. Your decision-making, communication and listening skills will all be key, and you'll be adept at nurturing an environment where understanding of the customer experience should be reflected in what we do - customer first, process second. Lastly, you'll know what needs to be achieved and how to put in place the right plan and resources to do it. How you'll progress There's a host of routes to choose from. Prove yourself in this role, and we'll really encourage you to develop. Whether you choose to stay with Argos and perhaps step into a Store and then Regional Manager role or move across and develop in one of our Sainsbury's stores or regions, you'll have every opportunity to take your career where you want it to go. Relentless in your pursuit of better customer experiences, you'll evidence how you've changed things for the better for customers in a previous role. You've managed a fast-paced operation, delivering results across service, sales, customer outcomes and team performance. You use insight to make smart decisions that improve performance and customer experiences. You're confident navigating employee relations, and apply HR policies with consistency and care. You've developed and supported performance and capability within a team, helping others step up and succeed. You know how to lead through change - keeping your team motivated and focused. You walk the talk - showing up every day as a role model for service and values. What we'll give you Salary will be dependent upon your experience as well as the store size, complexity and location. Alongside this, we also offer a great range of benefits for our managers, including: Discount card - 10% discount off on your shopping at Sainsbury's, Argos, Tu and Habitat after four weeks. This increases to 15% discount off at Sainsbury's every Friday and Saturday and 15% off at Argos every pay day. Free food and hot drinks provided for Colleagues in all our stores. Generous holiday entitlement, maternity and paternity leave. Pension - we'll match 4-7% of your pension contributions. Sainsbury's share scheme - build up an investment at discounted rates Wellbeing support - access to emotional support, counselling, legal and financial advice Colleague networks - link with like-minded people to help fulfil your potential. Our Cycle to Work scheme gives you the opportunity to hire a new bike and cycling equipment, whilst saving on tax and NI. Special offers on gym memberships, restaurants, holidays, retail vouchers and more.
Assistant General Counsel (Commercial Lines) page is loaded Assistant General Counsel (Commercial Lines)locations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JRJoin us as an Assistant General Counsel to take your career to the next level with a global market leader. Make your mark in GLCR Our Global Legal, Compliance and Regulatory (GLCR) team provides comprehensive legal advice to colleagues and functions across the organization - ensuring AIG navigates an ever-changing legal and regulatory landscape. The team has a multi-dimensional impact, from helping avoid legal exposure to collaborating with other functions to develop cutting-edge new products.As part of our London-based commercial lines legal team within GCLR, you will provide comprehensive legal business partner support to the objectives of our AIG UK Commercial lines business, ensuring swift and compliant execution on the growth initiatives of the UK-based lines of business; and collaborating with the GLCR Centres of Expertise, and across the functions to achieve legal and regulatory compliance on group initiatives and objectives. This position will allow you to meaningfully impact the growth and success of AIG's UK Commercial lines business. How you will create an impact Provide comprehensive legal support to AIG's commercial lines businesses and assist them in executing on compliant strategies to achieve their business objectives; Coordinate with the Centres of Expertise in GLCR with respect to regulatory, governance, employment, litigation, reinsurance, product underwriting, compliance, data/digital, and all other areas covered by a COE as issues in those areas arise in the UK; Anticipate and advise on a wide variety of legal risks associated with AIG's UK-based commercial operations; Draft and review various types of agreements, including Delegated Underwriting Authority, Broker Engagement, Facility, and Claims Handling Agreements; Advise on product-related legal matters, including ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; Provide advice on agency and other distribution issues, remuneration structures and associated areas of law. What you'll need to succeed A qualified lawyer in good standing with a minimum 5-7 years of legal experience with a major law firm or a global insurer; Familiarity with property and casualty insurance products, including commercial property, casualty, SME and/or financial lines; the business of insurance and insurance regulation. Strong organizational skills; Ability to be a self-starter and work independently; Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on collaboration. AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike. Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what's most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security-as well as your professional development-to bring peace of mind to you and your family. Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us - across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become. Welcome to a culture of inclusion We're committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other's talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG's greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations. AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories. AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to Area:LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't AffairsAIG Europe S.A. (U.K. Service Branch) & American International Group UK Ltd
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Assistant General Counsel (Commercial Lines) page is loaded Assistant General Counsel (Commercial Lines)locations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JRJoin us as an Assistant General Counsel to take your career to the next level with a global market leader. Make your mark in GLCR Our Global Legal, Compliance and Regulatory (GLCR) team provides comprehensive legal advice to colleagues and functions across the organization - ensuring AIG navigates an ever-changing legal and regulatory landscape. The team has a multi-dimensional impact, from helping avoid legal exposure to collaborating with other functions to develop cutting-edge new products.As part of our London-based commercial lines legal team within GCLR, you will provide comprehensive legal business partner support to the objectives of our AIG UK Commercial lines business, ensuring swift and compliant execution on the growth initiatives of the UK-based lines of business; and collaborating with the GLCR Centres of Expertise, and across the functions to achieve legal and regulatory compliance on group initiatives and objectives. This position will allow you to meaningfully impact the growth and success of AIG's UK Commercial lines business. How you will create an impact Provide comprehensive legal support to AIG's commercial lines businesses and assist them in executing on compliant strategies to achieve their business objectives; Coordinate with the Centres of Expertise in GLCR with respect to regulatory, governance, employment, litigation, reinsurance, product underwriting, compliance, data/digital, and all other areas covered by a COE as issues in those areas arise in the UK; Anticipate and advise on a wide variety of legal risks associated with AIG's UK-based commercial operations; Draft and review various types of agreements, including Delegated Underwriting Authority, Broker Engagement, Facility, and Claims Handling Agreements; Advise on product-related legal matters, including ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements; Provide advice on agency and other distribution issues, remuneration structures and associated areas of law. What you'll need to succeed A qualified lawyer in good standing with a minimum 5-7 years of legal experience with a major law firm or a global insurer; Familiarity with property and casualty insurance products, including commercial property, casualty, SME and/or financial lines; the business of insurance and insurance regulation. Strong organizational skills; Ability to be a self-starter and work independently; Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a strong focus on collaboration. AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike. Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what's most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security-as well as your professional development-to bring peace of mind to you and your family. Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world's most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us - across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become. Welcome to a culture of inclusion We're committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other's talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG's greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations. AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories. AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities. If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to Area:LG - Legal, Regulatory & Gov't AffairsAIG Europe S.A. (U.K. Service Branch) & American International Group UK Ltd
Jonathan Lee Recruitment Ltd
Hereford, Herefordshire
Legal Support Assistant Hereford £24,600 £26,700 DOE A well-established and respected law firm in Hereford is looking to recruit a Legal Support Assistant to join its busy Family Department . This role is ideal for an experienced administrator or legal support professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced and client-focused environment. You will work closely with Fee Earners, Partners, and the Head of Department, supporting a range of family law matters from instruction through to conclusion. The Role This is a low fee-earning legal support role, with around 1 hour per day of chargeable work , providing essential administrative and legal assistance across family law files. You ll play a key role in ensuring files progress smoothly while delivering a high standard of service to clients during what can often be emotionally challenging circumstances. Key Responsibilities Providing high-level legal and admin support to the Family team Assisting fee earners with family law files Opening new files and gathering client information Accurate time recording and billing of chargeable work Acting as first point of contact for family law enquiries Liaising with clients, courts, counsel, and other third parties Diary management, appointment scheduling, and meeting coordination Preparing correspondence, court documents, forms, and bundles Maintaining, updating, and closing client files Taking detailed client instructions Handling telephone calls and client queries within agreed remit About You You ll be organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple matters while maintaining discretion, empathy, and excellent attention to detail. Essential: Experience in a high-level administrative or legal support role OR a Law Degree Strong communication skills Excellent organisation, time management, and attention to detail IT-literate Desirable: Previous experience in a legal support, legal secretary, or family law role Experience within family law (e.g. divorce, children, financial matters) Familiarity with case management and time recording systems Hours & Salary 36.25 hours per week £24,600 £26,700 depending on experience (Top end achievable with family law experience) Why Apply? Join a busy and supportive Family team Gain hands-on experience across a broad range of family law matters Ongoing training and development opportunities Stable, full-time role within a respected law firm Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Legal Support Assistant Hereford £24,600 £26,700 DOE A well-established and respected law firm in Hereford is looking to recruit a Legal Support Assistant to join its busy Family Department . This role is ideal for an experienced administrator or legal support professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced and client-focused environment. You will work closely with Fee Earners, Partners, and the Head of Department, supporting a range of family law matters from instruction through to conclusion. The Role This is a low fee-earning legal support role, with around 1 hour per day of chargeable work , providing essential administrative and legal assistance across family law files. You ll play a key role in ensuring files progress smoothly while delivering a high standard of service to clients during what can often be emotionally challenging circumstances. Key Responsibilities Providing high-level legal and admin support to the Family team Assisting fee earners with family law files Opening new files and gathering client information Accurate time recording and billing of chargeable work Acting as first point of contact for family law enquiries Liaising with clients, courts, counsel, and other third parties Diary management, appointment scheduling, and meeting coordination Preparing correspondence, court documents, forms, and bundles Maintaining, updating, and closing client files Taking detailed client instructions Handling telephone calls and client queries within agreed remit About You You ll be organised, proactive, and able to manage multiple matters while maintaining discretion, empathy, and excellent attention to detail. Essential: Experience in a high-level administrative or legal support role OR a Law Degree Strong communication skills Excellent organisation, time management, and attention to detail IT-literate Desirable: Previous experience in a legal support, legal secretary, or family law role Experience within family law (e.g. divorce, children, financial matters) Familiarity with case management and time recording systems Hours & Salary 36.25 hours per week £24,600 £26,700 depending on experience (Top end achievable with family law experience) Why Apply? Join a busy and supportive Family team Gain hands-on experience across a broad range of family law matters Ongoing training and development opportunities Stable, full-time role within a respected law firm Your CV will be forwarded to Jonathan Lee Recruitment, a leading engineering and manufacturing recruitment consultancy established in 1978. The services advertised by Jonathan Lee Recruitment are those of an Employment Agency. In order for your CV to be processed effectively, please ensure your name, email address, phone number and location (post code OR town OR county, as a minimum) are included.
A leading transport services organization in the UK seeks a Senior Counsel to advise on corporate and commercial matters. This role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary of £120,000 - £130,000, and additional benefits. Candidates should have 5-8 years of PQE, with a focus on corporate M&A and commercial contracts. The position emphasizes collaboration with various internal teams and provides an opportunity for career development in a dynamic environment.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
A leading transport services organization in the UK seeks a Senior Counsel to advise on corporate and commercial matters. This role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary of £120,000 - £130,000, and additional benefits. Candidates should have 5-8 years of PQE, with a focus on corporate M&A and commercial contracts. The position emphasizes collaboration with various internal teams and provides an opportunity for career development in a dynamic environment.
Company Description Publicis Groupe is one of the largest advertising agency holding companies in the world, a global leader in marketing, communications, and digital transformation. Driven by data, technology, and creativity, our solutions enable brands to provide customers with tailored experiences at scale. We operate the Power of One model to integrate competencies that create increasing business value for clients. We are present in more than 100 countries and employ over 90,000 professionals. In the UK, Publicis Groupe includes agencies such as Saatchi & Saatchi, Leo Burnett, Publicis Sapient, Zenith, Starcom, Publicis Health, and Epsilon among others. Publicis Re:Sources is the backbone of Publicis Groupe. We are Publicis Groupe's Shared Services Platform. Formed in 1998, Publicis Re:Sources was created to streamline centralised functions of Publicis Groupe agencies. We have grown to 5,000+ professionals operating 40 shared service centres (SSCs) servicing agencies across the globe, supporting 63 markets. We provide technology solutions and business services including finance, accounting, information technology, global security, legal, payroll and benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management to help Publicis Groupe agencies do what they do best: create and innovate for their clients. Job Description An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the Commercial Legal team at Publicis Re:Sources. The role involves providing support to the Publicis Groupe agencies to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and to manage key legal risks. This role will be based in our London office. Please only apply if you have the right to work in UK. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Advise Publicis Media agencies in the UK on all commercial legal aspects of their business, focusing on media planning & buying services (traditional and digital advertising) for global clients managed from the UK, as well as other media-related service offerings including data and technology, partnerships, content clearance, influencer agreements and affiliate marketing. Draft, review, and negotiate media service agreements and other commercial contracts with clients, vendors and third-party suppliers. Lead the legal response to new business pitches, including coordination, drafting and negotiation of contractual documentation. Coordinate, manage and provide legal support for multi-market agreements, including client master service agreements and global agreements with media owners. Provide strategic guidance to business stakeholders on risks and challenges and collaborate on practical solutions. Develop legal precedents, best practices and processes, work closely with media agencies to ensure compliance with client agreements, and with members of legal teams in other markets to advocate a consistent global approach. Lead and support team initiatives to help improve ways of working, efficiency and the value of the Legal team to the business. Keep up to date and ensure awareness of current issues affecting the media and marketing industry and their implications on client contract negotiations, including industry-specific areas that relate to certain Publicis clients (e.g. pharmaceutical gambling, HFSS). Maintain a strong understanding of the main principles of GDPR, provide related data protection advice, and review and negotiate data protection agreements. Deliver training to business stakeholders to ensure understanding of key legal risks, best practices and contractual obligations. Advise the agencies in relation to disputes and litigation resolution, providing internal reports and overseeing outside counsel where required. Train members of the Legal team on commercial legal considerations in the media agency space and related approaches, including sharing UK approaches and knowledge with members of legal teams in other jurisdictions. Actively develop and maintain strong working relationships with the media agency teams and foster a culture of excellent client service within Publicis Re:Sources, the agencies and across Publicis Groupe as a whole. Work collaboratively with the UK Legal team, and members of the Legal team in other markets to share knowledge, promote consistency and uphold high professional standards. Qualifications Experience/Qualifications/Certifications Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with solid experience and at least 5 years' experience in an in-house or law firm environment. In-house experience preferred. Knowledge Excellent knowledge of commercial contracts. Extensive experience of large, complex commercial contract drafting and negotiation. Previous experience of negotiations in a competitive/pitch environment preferred. Previous experience of media planning and buying helpful. Skills (including technology) Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach. Strong ability to assess risk, work under pressure, juggle and prioritise numerous matters, and work at speed without compromising quality. Ability to cut through complex issues quickly and provide clear, commercially-focused advice. Strong analytical and research skills. Very comfortable using and advising on technology, including AI. Attributes/behaviours Flexible, collaborative and strong team working Effective and proven abilities to build client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations. Ability to remain resilient and vigilant in a demanding environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to articulate legal risks and challenges in a clear, understandable and commercial way. Excellent attention to detail. Additional Information We offer a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH. Our main office is located in the iconic Television Centre (TVC) at White City, London. We are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to providing a fair assessment process and are happy to discuss and explore reasonable adjustments during the hiring process. Publicis Groupe UK fosters an inclusive environment through our Employee Action Groups (EAGs). We have a comprehensive benefits offering. Our full health and lifestyle benefits package will be shared with you when you join us. In addition to key benefits like Pension, Life Assurance, Income Protection and Private Medical, some of our other benefits are: Annual Leave (25 days plus 8 bank holidays), increasing after 5 years, by 1 day per additional service up to 30 days. Birthday Day Off that can be used in your birthday month and the opportunity to Buy or Sell Holiday at the start of each year. Flexible Bank Holidays, you can switch the 2 Easter bank holidays for other days of your choosing. Reflection Days for time away from work to focus on what works best for you. Work your World, after one year, you have the opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis Groupe office, for up to 6 weeks a year. , our lifestyle and wellbeing app that supports you and your family; 24/7 Helpline, Remote GPs, Medical or 2nd Opinion, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Physiotherapy, 1-2-1 Lifestyle Coaching, Nutritional Consultations, Savings & Discounts and more. Inclusive Policies to support you and your family including enhanced Family Leave, Disability, Carers, Transitioning at Work, Flexible Working, Menopause. Local discounts, restaurants & retailers in Westfield White City. Onsite Café with complimentary breakfast, a subsidised lunch menu, and an in-house barista.
Feb 08, 2026
Full time
Company Description Publicis Groupe is one of the largest advertising agency holding companies in the world, a global leader in marketing, communications, and digital transformation. Driven by data, technology, and creativity, our solutions enable brands to provide customers with tailored experiences at scale. We operate the Power of One model to integrate competencies that create increasing business value for clients. We are present in more than 100 countries and employ over 90,000 professionals. In the UK, Publicis Groupe includes agencies such as Saatchi & Saatchi, Leo Burnett, Publicis Sapient, Zenith, Starcom, Publicis Health, and Epsilon among others. Publicis Re:Sources is the backbone of Publicis Groupe. We are Publicis Groupe's Shared Services Platform. Formed in 1998, Publicis Re:Sources was created to streamline centralised functions of Publicis Groupe agencies. We have grown to 5,000+ professionals operating 40 shared service centres (SSCs) servicing agencies across the globe, supporting 63 markets. We provide technology solutions and business services including finance, accounting, information technology, global security, legal, payroll and benefits, procurement, tax, real estate, treasury and risk management to help Publicis Groupe agencies do what they do best: create and innovate for their clients. Job Description An opportunity has arisen for a Senior Legal Counsel to join the Commercial Legal team at Publicis Re:Sources. The role involves providing support to the Publicis Groupe agencies to ensure legal and regulatory compliance and to manage key legal risks. This role will be based in our London office. Please only apply if you have the right to work in UK. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities: Advise Publicis Media agencies in the UK on all commercial legal aspects of their business, focusing on media planning & buying services (traditional and digital advertising) for global clients managed from the UK, as well as other media-related service offerings including data and technology, partnerships, content clearance, influencer agreements and affiliate marketing. Draft, review, and negotiate media service agreements and other commercial contracts with clients, vendors and third-party suppliers. Lead the legal response to new business pitches, including coordination, drafting and negotiation of contractual documentation. Coordinate, manage and provide legal support for multi-market agreements, including client master service agreements and global agreements with media owners. Provide strategic guidance to business stakeholders on risks and challenges and collaborate on practical solutions. Develop legal precedents, best practices and processes, work closely with media agencies to ensure compliance with client agreements, and with members of legal teams in other markets to advocate a consistent global approach. Lead and support team initiatives to help improve ways of working, efficiency and the value of the Legal team to the business. Keep up to date and ensure awareness of current issues affecting the media and marketing industry and their implications on client contract negotiations, including industry-specific areas that relate to certain Publicis clients (e.g. pharmaceutical gambling, HFSS). Maintain a strong understanding of the main principles of GDPR, provide related data protection advice, and review and negotiate data protection agreements. Deliver training to business stakeholders to ensure understanding of key legal risks, best practices and contractual obligations. Advise the agencies in relation to disputes and litigation resolution, providing internal reports and overseeing outside counsel where required. Train members of the Legal team on commercial legal considerations in the media agency space and related approaches, including sharing UK approaches and knowledge with members of legal teams in other jurisdictions. Actively develop and maintain strong working relationships with the media agency teams and foster a culture of excellent client service within Publicis Re:Sources, the agencies and across Publicis Groupe as a whole. Work collaboratively with the UK Legal team, and members of the Legal team in other markets to share knowledge, promote consistency and uphold high professional standards. Qualifications Experience/Qualifications/Certifications Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with solid experience and at least 5 years' experience in an in-house or law firm environment. In-house experience preferred. Knowledge Excellent knowledge of commercial contracts. Extensive experience of large, complex commercial contract drafting and negotiation. Previous experience of negotiations in a competitive/pitch environment preferred. Previous experience of media planning and buying helpful. Skills (including technology) Excellent drafting and negotiation skills, with a pragmatic, solutions-oriented approach. Strong ability to assess risk, work under pressure, juggle and prioritise numerous matters, and work at speed without compromising quality. Ability to cut through complex issues quickly and provide clear, commercially-focused advice. Strong analytical and research skills. Very comfortable using and advising on technology, including AI. Attributes/behaviours Flexible, collaborative and strong team working Effective and proven abilities to build client relationships and manage stakeholder expectations. Ability to remain resilient and vigilant in a demanding environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills with an ability to articulate legal risks and challenges in a clear, understandable and commercial way. Excellent attention to detail. Additional Information We offer a hybrid working pattern of 3 days in the office and 2 days WFH. Our main office is located in the iconic Television Centre (TVC) at White City, London. We are a Disability Confident Employer and are committed to providing a fair assessment process and are happy to discuss and explore reasonable adjustments during the hiring process. Publicis Groupe UK fosters an inclusive environment through our Employee Action Groups (EAGs). We have a comprehensive benefits offering. Our full health and lifestyle benefits package will be shared with you when you join us. In addition to key benefits like Pension, Life Assurance, Income Protection and Private Medical, some of our other benefits are: Annual Leave (25 days plus 8 bank holidays), increasing after 5 years, by 1 day per additional service up to 30 days. Birthday Day Off that can be used in your birthday month and the opportunity to Buy or Sell Holiday at the start of each year. Flexible Bank Holidays, you can switch the 2 Easter bank holidays for other days of your choosing. Reflection Days for time away from work to focus on what works best for you. Work your World, after one year, you have the opportunity to work anywhere in the world, where there is a Publicis Groupe office, for up to 6 weeks a year. , our lifestyle and wellbeing app that supports you and your family; 24/7 Helpline, Remote GPs, Medical or 2nd Opinion, Mental Health & Wellbeing, Physiotherapy, 1-2-1 Lifestyle Coaching, Nutritional Consultations, Savings & Discounts and more. Inclusive Policies to support you and your family including enhanced Family Leave, Disability, Carers, Transitioning at Work, Flexible Working, Menopause. Local discounts, restaurants & retailers in Westfield White City. Onsite Café with complimentary breakfast, a subsidised lunch menu, and an in-house barista.
Senior Civil Design Engineer Permanent Leeds, North England Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary: Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for civil engineering and the energy sector? Freedom Professional Services are seeking an individual with a strong technical expertise in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines to join our growing electricity transmission and distribution design team. With your strong technical expertise, you will be asked to lead the civil design of electricity substations across the UK from concept to completion and be able to work in close collaboration with other internal teams (electrical design, structural, surveys, wayleaves, cables, environmental), along with clients and stakeholders to ensure that all requirements are met. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on design frameworks for DNO's, as well as design and build opportunities for high profile clients and iconic projects, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standard. You will be involved in every aspect of the project, from planning and cost estimation to construction and quality control. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Lead the production and review of engineering drawings engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports for masonry buildings, steel portal frames, transformer bunds, drainage systems and roads, on projects ranging in construction contract value of £100K - £20M. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure the effective delivery of projects, providing updates and identifying issues that could risk programme, quality or cost. Attend progress meetings as required at client/contractor offices or construction sites. Attend design team meetings to ensure the timely flow and release of quality information and to ensure that this information corresponds with the scope of works. Management of design risks to deliver buildable solutions. Provide engineering solutions to site-based problems through TQ/RFI process. Mentoring junior team members, providing technical guidance and promoting professional development Taking responsibility for your own professional development in line with current best practice, legislative changes, and customer requirements. We are looking for an experienced and ambitious civil engineer with the following attributes: A proven experience of working in a design environment for the construction of traditional masonry buildings, steel portal frames and reinforced concrete. Experience in client-facing roles, with the ability to manage client relationships effectively Ability to lead delivery of multiple simultaneous technical projects in a challenging environment. Strong communication skills to engage in technical discussions with colleagues, non-technical staff, and clients. Strong commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning You'll have a degree in Civil Engineering (or related subject) and be working toward Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body such as ICE. Desirable: Experience working within the electricity distribution sector, particularly in substation design and electrical infrastructure Practical experience with AutoCAD, Revit and Civils3D for civil engineering design Full UK driving licence. Benefits: We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive salary Car or Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution Sick Pay Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. LI-CN1
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
Senior Civil Design Engineer Permanent Leeds, North England Competitive Salary + Car/Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary: Are you an experienced Civil Engineer with a passion for civil engineering and the energy sector? Freedom Professional Services are seeking an individual with a strong technical expertise in a broad range of civil engineering disciplines to join our growing electricity transmission and distribution design team. With your strong technical expertise, you will be asked to lead the civil design of electricity substations across the UK from concept to completion and be able to work in close collaboration with other internal teams (electrical design, structural, surveys, wayleaves, cables, environmental), along with clients and stakeholders to ensure that all requirements are met. As a Senior Civil Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on design frameworks for DNO's, as well as design and build opportunities for high profile clients and iconic projects, ensuring that all work is completed to the highest standard. You will be involved in every aspect of the project, from planning and cost estimation to construction and quality control. Some of the key deliverables in this role will include: Lead the production and review of engineering drawings engineering drawings, calculations, specifications, and reports for masonry buildings, steel portal frames, transformer bunds, drainage systems and roads, on projects ranging in construction contract value of £100K - £20M. Collaborate with clients and internal teams to ensure the effective delivery of projects, providing updates and identifying issues that could risk programme, quality or cost. Attend progress meetings as required at client/contractor offices or construction sites. Attend design team meetings to ensure the timely flow and release of quality information and to ensure that this information corresponds with the scope of works. Management of design risks to deliver buildable solutions. Provide engineering solutions to site-based problems through TQ/RFI process. Mentoring junior team members, providing technical guidance and promoting professional development Taking responsibility for your own professional development in line with current best practice, legislative changes, and customer requirements. We are looking for an experienced and ambitious civil engineer with the following attributes: A proven experience of working in a design environment for the construction of traditional masonry buildings, steel portal frames and reinforced concrete. Experience in client-facing roles, with the ability to manage client relationships effectively Ability to lead delivery of multiple simultaneous technical projects in a challenging environment. Strong communication skills to engage in technical discussions with colleagues, non-technical staff, and clients. Strong commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous learning You'll have a degree in Civil Engineering (or related subject) and be working toward Chartered or Incorporated status with a relevant professional body such as ICE. Desirable: Experience working within the electricity distribution sector, particularly in substation design and electrical infrastructure Practical experience with AutoCAD, Revit and Civils3D for civil engineering design Full UK driving licence. Benefits: We are always evolving our benefits to ensure we're attracting and retaining great people. Some of what you can expect includes: Competitive salary Car or Car allowance 25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays Pension with a leading provider and employer contribution Sick Pay Personal Wellbeing and Volunteer Days Private Medical Insurance Free 24/7 365 Employee Assistance Program to support mental health and well-being (including counselling sessions and legal advice) Flexible benefits to suit from Dental Insurance, Gym Memberships, Give As You Earn, Travel Insurance, Tax Free Bikes Personal development programme. Next Steps: As a business, we're on a journey to build on our culture where everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect. This starts with recruitment and how we bring people into the organisation. We'll do our best to outline the recruitment process to you ahead of time with plenty of notice. If you require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met. About Us: Freedom are part of the NG Bailey Group, one of the leading independent engineering and services businesses in the UK. Founded in 1921, with a turnover of £500m and 3000 employees, we are proud of our history of developing great people through our investment in training. Working across a variety of sectors within the building and infrastructure industry, our innovative, responsible and forward thinking approach allows us to work on fantastic ground-breaking projects, providing solutions using the latest tools and technologies Progression is something we value and we will make sure that when you join us you have a clearly defined development path, supported by regular reviews, training and ongoing support to enable you to be the best you can be. LI-CN1
A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Legal Counsel to support a Sussex-based healthcare client. In this role, you will utilize your expertise in digital law and data privacy to negotiate contracts and manage legal responsibilities within a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and stakeholder management skills, along with a keen understanding of technology legislation. This is an exciting opportunity to influence meaningful healthcare solutions while advancing your career.
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Legal Counsel to support a Sussex-based healthcare client. In this role, you will utilize your expertise in digital law and data privacy to negotiate contracts and manage legal responsibilities within a dynamic team. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication and stakeholder management skills, along with a keen understanding of technology legislation. This is an exciting opportunity to influence meaningful healthcare solutions while advancing your career.
Barclays have an excellent opportunity for a Financial Crime Legal Director - EMEA to join our Financial Crime Legal Team. This is a permanent role based in London. About Financial Crime Legal (FCL) FCL is a global team providing strategic, commercially focused legal advice on complex financial crime issues - including anti money laundering (AML), counter terrorist financing (CTF), sanctions, and anti bribery & corruption (ABC) - to all businesses and key functions across the Group. We are not business aligned: we provide a Group wide service spanning Retail Banking, Cards & Payments, Business Banking, Corporate Banking, Investment Banking, and Private Bank & Wealth Management. Our subject matter experts: Advise on transactions, products and new business initiatives with financial crime touchpoints. Lead on complex AML/CTF, sanctions and ABC advisory work. Shape internal policy positions and contribute to external policy engagement. Support with engagement with government, regulators and law enforcement on priority financial crime issues. Overall Purpose of the Role Act as the senior regional legal lead for AML/CTF across the UK, Middle East, and Africa regions delivering authoritative, independent advice on high profile, complex matters with minimal supervision. Be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, exercising sound legal judgement and professional independence in a fast paced environment. To provide strategic leadership on legal issues relating to AML/CTF, working with other functions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of AML/CTF risk management within the region and across the Bank. Drive our global remit, locally coordinating cross border legal advice and ensuring consistent standards across jurisdictions. Strengthen the region's financial crime risk management by partnering with Legal, Financial Crime Compliance (FCC), Audit and the Business, providing effective oversight and credible challenge. Proactively seek to identify unmanaged risk and emerging trends in financial crime, (including forthcoming laws, rules, and regulations) and help deliver legal advice on procedures and controls of to anticipate those trends and deliver sustainable value within the region and to the Bank globally. Provide a supporting role to LI&E, the Bank's FIU and FCC as necessary, on investigations and potential enforcement actions, specifically providing SME input including on remediation considerations. Key Responsibilities 1) Expert Legal Advisory Serve as primary senior legal contact for AML/CTF in the region; lead complex, time sensitive matters with material legal, regulatory and reputational impact. Sanctions expertise is beneficial, but any successful candidate will be expected to develop working knowledge of financial sanctions. Provide cross border legal advice coordinating with in country and product counsel to ensure consistent positions and robust execution. Translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical advice and options that balance risk, regulation and commerciality. 2) Independence, Escalation & Credible Challenge Exercise independent judgement when advising senior management; escalate promptly where risk tolerance, regulatory expectations or policy are at issue. Provide credible challenge to business proposals and control decisions; record and communicate legal risk positions effectively. 3) Governance, Policy & Risk Frameworks Represent FCL at regional governance fora (e.g., Transaction Review Committees), ensuring financial crime risks are appropriately assessed and mitigated. Contribute to the design and enhancement of financial crime legal risk frameworks, policies and standards, support periodic effectiveness reviews. Produce high quality management information (MI) and reporting on themes, trends and emerging risks for regional ExCo and Group stakeholders. 4) Regulatory & External Engagement Support engagement with regulators, government and law enforcement on AML/CTF matters; prepare responses to supervisory queries and participate in thematic reviews. Support industry engagement and thought leadership, input to consultations and external policy initiatives where appropriate. 5) Transformation, Data & Technology Awareness Advise on the legal implications of screening, monitoring and analytics technologies (including model governance, data and privacy interfaces) and major change programmes. Provide legal input on control enhancements, remediation and regulatory commitments. 6) Leadership & People Development Lead and coach VP/AVP lawyers and other team members; set clear expectations, provide feedback and develop specialist capabilities. Foster a high performance, fast paced culture anchored in professionalism, inclusion and continuous improvement. 7) External Counsel Management Instruct and manage external counsel for complex cross border or niche issues; ensure quality, value and knowledge transfer. Person Specification Qualifications Qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister, Attorney or equivalent). Experience & Expertise Seasoned AML expert with demonstrable experience leading high profile, complex AML/CTF matters in financial services, ideally across multiple jurisdictions. Strong knowledge of UK AML/CTF legal and regulatory frameworks; familiarity with Middle East / Africa regimes advantageous. Track record of operating independently and advising senior stakeholders, including ExCo level engagement. Experience partnering with regulators and managing regulatory interactions on financial crime topics. Skills & Behaviours Exceptional analytical, judgement and problem solving skills; ability to distil complexity into clear, pragmatic advice. Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills; capable of credible challenge and effective escalation. Proven leadership and people development capability. Resilient, organised and responsive under time pressure in a fast paced environment. Commitment to integrity, accountability and collaborative teamwork. Essential Skills In depth knowledge of UK financial crime law, with strength in AML/CTF; ability to develop or deepen sanctions expertise as needed. Understanding of governance, risk frameworks and three lines of defence; ability to contribute to control design, testing themes and remediation planning. Awareness of the legal considerations around screening/monitoring platforms and data driven controls. Why this role / team High quality, high profile work at pace, spanning multiple businesses and jurisdictions. Global remit with true cross border exposure and senior level visibility. A collaborative, group servicing legal function that partners closely with FCC and the businesses to protect the firm and enable sustainable growth. Purpose of the role To ensure that the institution's activities are conducted in compliance with applicable financial crime laws and regulations, and to help the bank manage legal and reputational risks associated with its activities. Accountabilities Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance. Legal advice and support to the business on financial crime laws, regulations, and rules, including anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, and anti-bribery and corruption (ABC) laws and regulations. Support other legal teams in representation, of the bank in legal proceedings that raise financial crime issues, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations. Advising on financial crime compliance policies and procedures including to assess compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank's financial crime compliance practices. To support Compliance, contributing to and delivering training to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to financial crime. Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls. Director Expectations To manage a business function, providing significant input to function wide strategic initiatives. Contribute to and influence policy and procedures for the function and plan, manage and consult on multiple complex and critical strategic projects, which may be business wide They manage the direction of a large team or sub-function, leading other people managers and embedding a performance culture aligned to the values of the business. Or for an individual contributor, they lead organisation wide projects and act as deep technical expert and thought leader, identifying new ways of working and collaborating cross functionally. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions Provide expert advice to senior functional management and committees to influence decisions made outside of own function . click apply for full job details
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
Barclays have an excellent opportunity for a Financial Crime Legal Director - EMEA to join our Financial Crime Legal Team. This is a permanent role based in London. About Financial Crime Legal (FCL) FCL is a global team providing strategic, commercially focused legal advice on complex financial crime issues - including anti money laundering (AML), counter terrorist financing (CTF), sanctions, and anti bribery & corruption (ABC) - to all businesses and key functions across the Group. We are not business aligned: we provide a Group wide service spanning Retail Banking, Cards & Payments, Business Banking, Corporate Banking, Investment Banking, and Private Bank & Wealth Management. Our subject matter experts: Advise on transactions, products and new business initiatives with financial crime touchpoints. Lead on complex AML/CTF, sanctions and ABC advisory work. Shape internal policy positions and contribute to external policy engagement. Support with engagement with government, regulators and law enforcement on priority financial crime issues. Overall Purpose of the Role Act as the senior regional legal lead for AML/CTF across the UK, Middle East, and Africa regions delivering authoritative, independent advice on high profile, complex matters with minimal supervision. Be a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders, exercising sound legal judgement and professional independence in a fast paced environment. To provide strategic leadership on legal issues relating to AML/CTF, working with other functions to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of AML/CTF risk management within the region and across the Bank. Drive our global remit, locally coordinating cross border legal advice and ensuring consistent standards across jurisdictions. Strengthen the region's financial crime risk management by partnering with Legal, Financial Crime Compliance (FCC), Audit and the Business, providing effective oversight and credible challenge. Proactively seek to identify unmanaged risk and emerging trends in financial crime, (including forthcoming laws, rules, and regulations) and help deliver legal advice on procedures and controls of to anticipate those trends and deliver sustainable value within the region and to the Bank globally. Provide a supporting role to LI&E, the Bank's FIU and FCC as necessary, on investigations and potential enforcement actions, specifically providing SME input including on remediation considerations. Key Responsibilities 1) Expert Legal Advisory Serve as primary senior legal contact for AML/CTF in the region; lead complex, time sensitive matters with material legal, regulatory and reputational impact. Sanctions expertise is beneficial, but any successful candidate will be expected to develop working knowledge of financial sanctions. Provide cross border legal advice coordinating with in country and product counsel to ensure consistent positions and robust execution. Translate complex legal requirements into clear, practical advice and options that balance risk, regulation and commerciality. 2) Independence, Escalation & Credible Challenge Exercise independent judgement when advising senior management; escalate promptly where risk tolerance, regulatory expectations or policy are at issue. Provide credible challenge to business proposals and control decisions; record and communicate legal risk positions effectively. 3) Governance, Policy & Risk Frameworks Represent FCL at regional governance fora (e.g., Transaction Review Committees), ensuring financial crime risks are appropriately assessed and mitigated. Contribute to the design and enhancement of financial crime legal risk frameworks, policies and standards, support periodic effectiveness reviews. Produce high quality management information (MI) and reporting on themes, trends and emerging risks for regional ExCo and Group stakeholders. 4) Regulatory & External Engagement Support engagement with regulators, government and law enforcement on AML/CTF matters; prepare responses to supervisory queries and participate in thematic reviews. Support industry engagement and thought leadership, input to consultations and external policy initiatives where appropriate. 5) Transformation, Data & Technology Awareness Advise on the legal implications of screening, monitoring and analytics technologies (including model governance, data and privacy interfaces) and major change programmes. Provide legal input on control enhancements, remediation and regulatory commitments. 6) Leadership & People Development Lead and coach VP/AVP lawyers and other team members; set clear expectations, provide feedback and develop specialist capabilities. Foster a high performance, fast paced culture anchored in professionalism, inclusion and continuous improvement. 7) External Counsel Management Instruct and manage external counsel for complex cross border or niche issues; ensure quality, value and knowledge transfer. Person Specification Qualifications Qualified lawyer (Solicitor, Barrister, Attorney or equivalent). Experience & Expertise Seasoned AML expert with demonstrable experience leading high profile, complex AML/CTF matters in financial services, ideally across multiple jurisdictions. Strong knowledge of UK AML/CTF legal and regulatory frameworks; familiarity with Middle East / Africa regimes advantageous. Track record of operating independently and advising senior stakeholders, including ExCo level engagement. Experience partnering with regulators and managing regulatory interactions on financial crime topics. Skills & Behaviours Exceptional analytical, judgement and problem solving skills; ability to distil complexity into clear, pragmatic advice. Strong communication, negotiation and influencing skills; capable of credible challenge and effective escalation. Proven leadership and people development capability. Resilient, organised and responsive under time pressure in a fast paced environment. Commitment to integrity, accountability and collaborative teamwork. Essential Skills In depth knowledge of UK financial crime law, with strength in AML/CTF; ability to develop or deepen sanctions expertise as needed. Understanding of governance, risk frameworks and three lines of defence; ability to contribute to control design, testing themes and remediation planning. Awareness of the legal considerations around screening/monitoring platforms and data driven controls. Why this role / team High quality, high profile work at pace, spanning multiple businesses and jurisdictions. Global remit with true cross border exposure and senior level visibility. A collaborative, group servicing legal function that partners closely with FCC and the businesses to protect the firm and enable sustainable growth. Purpose of the role To ensure that the institution's activities are conducted in compliance with applicable financial crime laws and regulations, and to help the bank manage legal and reputational risks associated with its activities. Accountabilities Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies for risk management and compliance. Legal advice and support to the business on financial crime laws, regulations, and rules, including anti-money laundering (AML), sanctions, and anti-bribery and corruption (ABC) laws and regulations. Support other legal teams in representation, of the bank in legal proceedings that raise financial crime issues, such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations. Advising on financial crime compliance policies and procedures including to assess compliance with applicable laws and regulations. Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in laws and regulations that may impact the bank's financial crime compliance practices. To support Compliance, contributing to and delivering training to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to financial crime. Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs). Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area. Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls. Director Expectations To manage a business function, providing significant input to function wide strategic initiatives. Contribute to and influence policy and procedures for the function and plan, manage and consult on multiple complex and critical strategic projects, which may be business wide They manage the direction of a large team or sub-function, leading other people managers and embedding a performance culture aligned to the values of the business. Or for an individual contributor, they lead organisation wide projects and act as deep technical expert and thought leader, identifying new ways of working and collaborating cross functionally. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions Provide expert advice to senior functional management and committees to influence decisions made outside of own function . click apply for full job details
A global Capital Markets firm is seeking a proactive lawyer to join their Wealth Legal department in Belfast. The role involves providing legal support for various products, particularly securities and structured products, and requires extensive knowledge of UK and EU regulations. Along with a competitive salary, the position offers a generous holiday allowance and a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
A global Capital Markets firm is seeking a proactive lawyer to join their Wealth Legal department in Belfast. The role involves providing legal support for various products, particularly securities and structured products, and requires extensive knowledge of UK and EU regulations. Along with a competitive salary, the position offers a generous holiday allowance and a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.
A global finance and legal firm in Manchester seeks a Legal Counsel to oversee all legal aspects of the business, ensuring legal conformity and minimizing risk. Responsibilities include corporate housekeeping, contract review, legal research, and providing training on legal matters. The ideal candidate has a degree in Law and 4-5 years of experience in a business environment, proficient in English and familiar with corporate and commercial law. Join an international team and contribute significantly to the firm's legal compliance efforts.
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
A global finance and legal firm in Manchester seeks a Legal Counsel to oversee all legal aspects of the business, ensuring legal conformity and minimizing risk. Responsibilities include corporate housekeeping, contract review, legal research, and providing training on legal matters. The ideal candidate has a degree in Law and 4-5 years of experience in a business environment, proficient in English and familiar with corporate and commercial law. Join an international team and contribute significantly to the firm's legal compliance efforts.
We are working with a market leading engineering and infrastructure group seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join their in house legal function. This role supports a multi brand business operating across utilities, water and engineered solutions, providing practical commercial legal advice in a fast paced environment. The position is based at the group head office in Chandlers Ford and offers
Feb 07, 2026
Full time
We are working with a market leading engineering and infrastructure group seeking an experienced Legal Counsel to join their in house legal function. This role supports a multi brand business operating across utilities, water and engineered solutions, providing practical commercial legal advice in a fast paced environment. The position is based at the group head office in Chandlers Ford and offers
