Location: Worcestershire Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm Duration: Initially 1 month+, with potential for extension Start Date: Within 1-2 weeks Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Locum Solicitor to provide temporary support within a well-established Family Department. The caseload will primarily consist of Care Proceedings, with some Private Family work including Child Arrangements matters. This role requires someone who can work independently, managing a busy and varied caseload with minimal supervision once familiar with the firm's systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Manage a mixed caseload of Care Proceedings and Private Family matters. Review and analyse case documents, such as hospital and expert reports, preparing clear and detailed case notes. Draft and complete C2 applications and other relevant court documentation. Prepare, paginate, and file court bundles. Liaise with Counsel, clients, courts, and external agencies as required. Open and manage client files in line with firm and regulatory procedures. Accurately time record all work and maintain up-to-date case management records. Provide high-quality legal advice and representation, ensuring a professional and empathetic approach throughout. Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with solid experience in Family Law. Proven background handling Care Proceedings and Private Family work. Ability to manage cases independently with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail, excellent drafting, and communication skills. Confident working within a busy, office-based environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems. How to Apply Contact Alicia Forde at eNL on or email with your CV, or call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Jan 05, 2026
Full time
Location: Worcestershire Working Pattern: Full-time, office-based Hours: 9:00am - 5:00pm Duration: Initially 1 month+, with potential for extension Start Date: Within 1-2 weeks Overview An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Locum Solicitor to provide temporary support within a well-established Family Department. The caseload will primarily consist of Care Proceedings, with some Private Family work including Child Arrangements matters. This role requires someone who can work independently, managing a busy and varied caseload with minimal supervision once familiar with the firm's systems and processes. Key Responsibilities Manage a mixed caseload of Care Proceedings and Private Family matters. Review and analyse case documents, such as hospital and expert reports, preparing clear and detailed case notes. Draft and complete C2 applications and other relevant court documentation. Prepare, paginate, and file court bundles. Liaise with Counsel, clients, courts, and external agencies as required. Open and manage client files in line with firm and regulatory procedures. Accurately time record all work and maintain up-to-date case management records. Provide high-quality legal advice and representation, ensuring a professional and empathetic approach throughout. Essential Requirements Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with solid experience in Family Law. Proven background handling Care Proceedings and Private Family work. Ability to manage cases independently with minimal supervision. Strong attention to detail, excellent drafting, and communication skills. Confident working within a busy, office-based environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office and case management systems. How to Apply Contact Alicia Forde at eNL on or email with your CV, or call for a confidential discussion. eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
In House Solicitor Irish Qualified Belfast/Hybrid £45,000-£60,000 DOE plus benefits: pension, bonus, life assurance, generous annual leave Signatus are working with a growing electricity infrastructure company to recruit an experienced solicitor into their high-performing team based in Belfast. As an In-House Solicitor, you will be able to offer experience advising the company and board on real estate matters pertaining to constructing electricity infrastructure projects, as well as a broad range of commercial real estate and construction-based contracts. The in-house solicitor team is pivotal in providing advice and support to the company, particularly in ROI/Irish real estate matters. Given the fast-paced nature of the business, you will ideally offer experience from a similar in-house role or have proven experience working to strict SLAs and in a deadline-driven environment. What will I be doing in my new role? On a day-to-day basis, you will be managing a case load of real estate matters, including conducting legal due diligence, drafting, negotiation, and completion of commercial property leases and licenses. Supporting and advising other departments within the wider group structure and updating internal policies and playbooks. Ensuring legal compliance and good governance practices. Instructing and working closely with external counsel. Liaising with directors and board members internally and externally. Reviewing, drafting, and amending a range of commercial contracts, construction contracts, and NDAs. What is essential for me to succeed in this role? 1-6 PQE Irish qualified real estate solicitor essential; others considered with relevant in-house industry experience. Who do I contact? If you are interested in finding out more about this role, please get in touch with our principal legal consultant, Fionntán Gamble LLB, by visiting our website or forwarding your CV to the email address provided.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
In House Solicitor Irish Qualified Belfast/Hybrid £45,000-£60,000 DOE plus benefits: pension, bonus, life assurance, generous annual leave Signatus are working with a growing electricity infrastructure company to recruit an experienced solicitor into their high-performing team based in Belfast. As an In-House Solicitor, you will be able to offer experience advising the company and board on real estate matters pertaining to constructing electricity infrastructure projects, as well as a broad range of commercial real estate and construction-based contracts. The in-house solicitor team is pivotal in providing advice and support to the company, particularly in ROI/Irish real estate matters. Given the fast-paced nature of the business, you will ideally offer experience from a similar in-house role or have proven experience working to strict SLAs and in a deadline-driven environment. What will I be doing in my new role? On a day-to-day basis, you will be managing a case load of real estate matters, including conducting legal due diligence, drafting, negotiation, and completion of commercial property leases and licenses. Supporting and advising other departments within the wider group structure and updating internal policies and playbooks. Ensuring legal compliance and good governance practices. Instructing and working closely with external counsel. Liaising with directors and board members internally and externally. Reviewing, drafting, and amending a range of commercial contracts, construction contracts, and NDAs. What is essential for me to succeed in this role? 1-6 PQE Irish qualified real estate solicitor essential; others considered with relevant in-house industry experience. Who do I contact? If you are interested in finding out more about this role, please get in touch with our principal legal consultant, Fionntán Gamble LLB, by visiting our website or forwarding your CV to the email address provided.
About The Role At Foxtons, we understand that property management is about more than just transactions - it's about trust, reliability, and delivering peace of mind. One of the most valuable services we offer our landlord clients is rent recovery, and we're looking for someone who can confidently step into this vital role. As a Rent Recovery specialist, you'll be at the heart of our commitment to safeguarding our clients' income. You'll be the reassuring voice and the steady hand that ensures landlords feel supported, even when rent payments fall behind. Your work will involve navigating complex situations with empathy and precision, contacting tenants through every available channel to resolve issues and secure payment. You'll also advise landlords with clarity and professionalism, keeping them informed every step of the way and, when necessary, representing Foxtons in court proceedings with confidence and expertise. Core responsibilities of the role include: Be the first point of contact for tenants facing payment issues - listen, understand, and guide them toward resolution. Keep landlords informed with clarity and confidence, offering expert advice and timely updates. Represent Foxtons in court proceedings when necessary, standing as a knowledgeable and composed advocate. Master the legal landscape of rent arrears through our industry-leading training and become a go-to expert in your field. We Offer: Meaningful career progression based on your performance, knowledge and attitude, not just your length of service. Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity networks with Foxtons-funded social events Unrivalled training and upskilling opportunities throughout your career. One paid work day a year to volunteer for a charity of your choice. Wellbeing package including enhanced sick pay, free confidential counselling helpline, Mental Health First Aiders, access to a coaching platform. Enhanced parental policies, including generous shared parental leave. Pension scheme. About You Our people have unparalleled expertise and the drive to make it happen - it's what sets Foxtons customer service apart. So, if you take pride in making sure everything runs smoothly, always on your game, and always looking to make a difference, this is the career for you. You will need strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to problem solve. You will be successful here if you can communicate well with a wide range of people over a variety of platforms. No previous experience in the property industry is required; you will receive industry-leading training and ongoing development - it's our speciality. Prior experience in a professional customer service environment is desirable but also not essential. What we're really looking for is a special kind of mindset and a burning ambition to succeed at Foxtons. Turn up with that, and we promise to provide all you need to excel. About The Company As the UK's number 1 lettings agency, our customers choose us because we get it done. And we know it's our people that make us so successful. We have discovered a winning formula for creating driven and ambitious professionals. This includes the best training at every stage, market leading technology and the opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's most influential professionals. Is it important for you to know our Corporate Social Responsibility before you apply? Great, it's important to us too. Whether we're providing LGBTQ+ safe spaces, stocking our offices from charitable water suppliers or engaging in fabulous local events, our 50+ offices across London play a key part in our communities. We also offer annual paid time off for employees to volunteer at a charity of their choice. Many choose to support our partner, Single Homeless Project. This is London's largest homelessness charity, making a difference in 10,000 Londoners' lives across all 32 boroughs.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
About The Role At Foxtons, we understand that property management is about more than just transactions - it's about trust, reliability, and delivering peace of mind. One of the most valuable services we offer our landlord clients is rent recovery, and we're looking for someone who can confidently step into this vital role. As a Rent Recovery specialist, you'll be at the heart of our commitment to safeguarding our clients' income. You'll be the reassuring voice and the steady hand that ensures landlords feel supported, even when rent payments fall behind. Your work will involve navigating complex situations with empathy and precision, contacting tenants through every available channel to resolve issues and secure payment. You'll also advise landlords with clarity and professionalism, keeping them informed every step of the way and, when necessary, representing Foxtons in court proceedings with confidence and expertise. Core responsibilities of the role include: Be the first point of contact for tenants facing payment issues - listen, understand, and guide them toward resolution. Keep landlords informed with clarity and confidence, offering expert advice and timely updates. Represent Foxtons in court proceedings when necessary, standing as a knowledgeable and composed advocate. Master the legal landscape of rent arrears through our industry-leading training and become a go-to expert in your field. We Offer: Meaningful career progression based on your performance, knowledge and attitude, not just your length of service. Equity, Diversity and Inclusivity networks with Foxtons-funded social events Unrivalled training and upskilling opportunities throughout your career. One paid work day a year to volunteer for a charity of your choice. Wellbeing package including enhanced sick pay, free confidential counselling helpline, Mental Health First Aiders, access to a coaching platform. Enhanced parental policies, including generous shared parental leave. Pension scheme. About You Our people have unparalleled expertise and the drive to make it happen - it's what sets Foxtons customer service apart. So, if you take pride in making sure everything runs smoothly, always on your game, and always looking to make a difference, this is the career for you. You will need strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to problem solve. You will be successful here if you can communicate well with a wide range of people over a variety of platforms. No previous experience in the property industry is required; you will receive industry-leading training and ongoing development - it's our speciality. Prior experience in a professional customer service environment is desirable but also not essential. What we're really looking for is a special kind of mindset and a burning ambition to succeed at Foxtons. Turn up with that, and we promise to provide all you need to excel. About The Company As the UK's number 1 lettings agency, our customers choose us because we get it done. And we know it's our people that make us so successful. We have discovered a winning formula for creating driven and ambitious professionals. This includes the best training at every stage, market leading technology and the opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's most influential professionals. Is it important for you to know our Corporate Social Responsibility before you apply? Great, it's important to us too. Whether we're providing LGBTQ+ safe spaces, stocking our offices from charitable water suppliers or engaging in fabulous local events, our 50+ offices across London play a key part in our communities. We also offer annual paid time off for employees to volunteer at a charity of their choice. Many choose to support our partner, Single Homeless Project. This is London's largest homelessness charity, making a difference in 10,000 Londoners' lives across all 32 boroughs.
Opportunity to complete top tier work at a tier 1 firm Opportunity for growth and progression About Our Client Our client is a top-tier international law firm with a market-leading real estate practice. The team is known for advising on complex commercial leasing transactions across hospitality, mixed-use, and office sectors. The London office is led by a senior partner recognised for his work with sovereign wealth funds, private equity investors, and global corporates on high-value, cross-border deals. Job Description This is a senior-level contract role for an experienced real estate lawyer to lead transactions within the leasing team. You'll be stepping into a high-profile environment, working on landmark deals and managing client relationships directly. Hospitality sector experience is a strong advantage, and the ability to run transactions independently is essential. Key Responsibilities Leading commercial leasing transactions across hospitality, office, and mixed-use assets Structuring and negotiating leases, sale-leasebacks, and asset management arrangements Advising institutional clients on strategic leasing and portfolio optimisation Coordinating with internal teams and external counsel across jurisdictions Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team leadership The Successful Applicant Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in commercial real estate leasing Proven experience leading transactions (not just supporting or DD roles) Hospitality sector experience is highly desirable Strong drafting, negotiation, and client management skills Available to start within the next few weeks What's on Offer A senior-level role in a globally recognised real estate team Opportunity to lead transactions for high-profile clients in the hospitality and commercial sectors Competitive day rate or fixed-term salary, depending on experience Flexible working arrangements available Immediate start with a 6-12 month contract duration Exposure to landmark leasing deals and cross-border matters
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Opportunity to complete top tier work at a tier 1 firm Opportunity for growth and progression About Our Client Our client is a top-tier international law firm with a market-leading real estate practice. The team is known for advising on complex commercial leasing transactions across hospitality, mixed-use, and office sectors. The London office is led by a senior partner recognised for his work with sovereign wealth funds, private equity investors, and global corporates on high-value, cross-border deals. Job Description This is a senior-level contract role for an experienced real estate lawyer to lead transactions within the leasing team. You'll be stepping into a high-profile environment, working on landmark deals and managing client relationships directly. Hospitality sector experience is a strong advantage, and the ability to run transactions independently is essential. Key Responsibilities Leading commercial leasing transactions across hospitality, office, and mixed-use assets Structuring and negotiating leases, sale-leasebacks, and asset management arrangements Advising institutional clients on strategic leasing and portfolio optimisation Coordinating with internal teams and external counsel across jurisdictions Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team leadership The Successful Applicant Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in commercial real estate leasing Proven experience leading transactions (not just supporting or DD roles) Hospitality sector experience is highly desirable Strong drafting, negotiation, and client management skills Available to start within the next few weeks What's on Offer A senior-level role in a globally recognised real estate team Opportunity to lead transactions for high-profile clients in the hospitality and commercial sectors Competitive day rate or fixed-term salary, depending on experience Flexible working arrangements available Immediate start with a 6-12 month contract duration Exposure to landmark leasing deals and cross-border matters
Interim cross-border work within a globally respected financial institution Exposure to commercial contracts across IT, fintech, and digital infrastructure About Our Client Globally integrated financial institution, this organization offers comprehensive banking services across corporate, investment, and structured finance. Known for its disciplined approach, cross-border capabilities, and strong regulatory focus, it supports complex transactions and strategic growth for clients across key international markets and sectors. Job Description Review, draft, and negotiate ICT services contracts, including infrastructure, cloud, services, and solutions, suppliers, vendors, and intra-group. Ensuring regulatory compliance across the organisation including DORA and outsourcing Maintaining master agreements, checklists, and playbooks as needed Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with business operations Coordinate with external legal counsel when required. The Successful Applicant The successful Counsel should have: The ability to work as a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales without sponsorship Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, especially within IT / procurement Experience within the financial services or FinTech environmentExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. What's on Offer Competitive day rate Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the financial services industry. Hybrid working, 2 - 3 days per week in Central London If you meet the requirements and are keen to learn more, please apply!
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Interim cross-border work within a globally respected financial institution Exposure to commercial contracts across IT, fintech, and digital infrastructure About Our Client Globally integrated financial institution, this organization offers comprehensive banking services across corporate, investment, and structured finance. Known for its disciplined approach, cross-border capabilities, and strong regulatory focus, it supports complex transactions and strategic growth for clients across key international markets and sectors. Job Description Review, draft, and negotiate ICT services contracts, including infrastructure, cloud, services, and solutions, suppliers, vendors, and intra-group. Ensuring regulatory compliance across the organisation including DORA and outsourcing Maintaining master agreements, checklists, and playbooks as needed Identify and mitigate legal risks associated with business operations Coordinate with external legal counsel when required. The Successful Applicant The successful Counsel should have: The ability to work as a qualified Solicitor in England & Wales without sponsorship Proven expertise in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, especially within IT / procurement Experience within the financial services or FinTech environmentExcellent communication and stakeholder management abilities. What's on Offer Competitive day rate Opportunity to gain valuable experience in the financial services industry. Hybrid working, 2 - 3 days per week in Central London If you meet the requirements and are keen to learn more, please apply!
About the Role We are seeking a seasoned General Counsel / Head of Legal to lead the global legal and compliance function for a rapidly growing technology company operating in regulated industries. This is a senior leadership role responsible for building and managing the legal strategy, ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and acting as a trusted advisor to the executive team and Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in SaaS, RegTech, FinTech, cybersecurity, or compliance-driven industries, and a proven ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes across Americas, EMEA, and APAC. This role requires a mix of strategic thinking, hands-on legal expertise, and commercial acumen, with the ability to proactively identify risks and enable business growth at scale. Key Responsibilities Legal Strategy & Governance Develop and implement the company's global legal and compliance strategy aligned with business growth objectives. Advise the Board and executive leadership on legal, regulatory, and governance matters. Ensure strong corporate governance frameworks and policies across global entities. Commercial & Contract Management Lead negotiations for enterprise SaaS contracts, licensing agreements, and strategic partnerships. Draft, review, and approve contracts with customers, vendors, and partners to minimize risks and maximize business value. Standardize contract frameworks and streamline deal-closing processes for scalability. Regulatory Compliance Oversee compliance with AML, KYC, data privacy (GDPR, CCPA, PDPA, etc.), cybersecurity, and financial regulations across multiple jurisdictions. Act as the primary contact for regulators, auditors, and external counsel globally. Monitor legal and regulatory developments that may impact business operations and proactively implement changes. Risk Management & Disputes Identify, evaluate, and mitigate legal and commercial risks. Manage litigation, disputes, and investigations in collaboration with external counsel. Implement effective risk management and compliance training programs across the organisation. Team Leadership Build, mentor, and lead an internal legal and compliance team with global coverage. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Finance, and HR to provide proactive legal support. Foster a culture of accountability, compliance, and ethical business practices. Key Requirements Experience: 12+ years of progressive legal experience, with at least 5 years in a General Counsel / Head of Legal role within SaaS, FinTech, RegTech, or other compliance-driven industries. Regulatory Expertise: Strong knowledge of AML, KYC, data protection, and financial regulations across Americas, EMEA, and APAC. Contracts & Commercial: Demonstrated experience leading enterprise SaaS contracts, licensing, and cross-border negotiations. Leadership: Proven ability to build and scale a global legal function, including hiring and mentoring legal and compliance professionals. Commercial Acumen: Strong business orientation, able to balance legal risk with strategic and commercial objectives. Education: Law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent) from a top-tier institution; admission to practice in a major jurisdiction. Personality: Strategic, pragmatic, and solutions-driven, with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. What We Offer Opportunity to lead the legal and compliance function at a fast-growing global technology company. High-impact leadership role with visibility at Board and executive levels. Competitive executive compensation, including performance-based incentives. Dynamic, collaborative, and innovation-driven culture.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
About the Role We are seeking a seasoned General Counsel / Head of Legal to lead the global legal and compliance function for a rapidly growing technology company operating in regulated industries. This is a senior leadership role responsible for building and managing the legal strategy, ensuring compliance across multiple jurisdictions, and acting as a trusted advisor to the executive team and Board of Directors. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in SaaS, RegTech, FinTech, cybersecurity, or compliance-driven industries, and a proven ability to navigate complex regulatory landscapes across Americas, EMEA, and APAC. This role requires a mix of strategic thinking, hands-on legal expertise, and commercial acumen, with the ability to proactively identify risks and enable business growth at scale. Key Responsibilities Legal Strategy & Governance Develop and implement the company's global legal and compliance strategy aligned with business growth objectives. Advise the Board and executive leadership on legal, regulatory, and governance matters. Ensure strong corporate governance frameworks and policies across global entities. Commercial & Contract Management Lead negotiations for enterprise SaaS contracts, licensing agreements, and strategic partnerships. Draft, review, and approve contracts with customers, vendors, and partners to minimize risks and maximize business value. Standardize contract frameworks and streamline deal-closing processes for scalability. Regulatory Compliance Oversee compliance with AML, KYC, data privacy (GDPR, CCPA, PDPA, etc.), cybersecurity, and financial regulations across multiple jurisdictions. Act as the primary contact for regulators, auditors, and external counsel globally. Monitor legal and regulatory developments that may impact business operations and proactively implement changes. Risk Management & Disputes Identify, evaluate, and mitigate legal and commercial risks. Manage litigation, disputes, and investigations in collaboration with external counsel. Implement effective risk management and compliance training programs across the organisation. Team Leadership Build, mentor, and lead an internal legal and compliance team with global coverage. Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Finance, and HR to provide proactive legal support. Foster a culture of accountability, compliance, and ethical business practices. Key Requirements Experience: 12+ years of progressive legal experience, with at least 5 years in a General Counsel / Head of Legal role within SaaS, FinTech, RegTech, or other compliance-driven industries. Regulatory Expertise: Strong knowledge of AML, KYC, data protection, and financial regulations across Americas, EMEA, and APAC. Contracts & Commercial: Demonstrated experience leading enterprise SaaS contracts, licensing, and cross-border negotiations. Leadership: Proven ability to build and scale a global legal function, including hiring and mentoring legal and compliance professionals. Commercial Acumen: Strong business orientation, able to balance legal risk with strategic and commercial objectives. Education: Law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent) from a top-tier institution; admission to practice in a major jurisdiction. Personality: Strategic, pragmatic, and solutions-driven, with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. What We Offer Opportunity to lead the legal and compliance function at a fast-growing global technology company. High-impact leadership role with visibility at Board and executive levels. Competitive executive compensation, including performance-based incentives. Dynamic, collaborative, and innovation-driven culture.
Commercial Legal Counsel position - Commercial Contracting This role is with a well-known organisation operating in the utilities sector. The company is known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, offering professional services across the industry. About Our Client This role is with a well-known organisation operating in the utilities sector. The company is known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, offering professional services across the industry. Job Description In this role you will: Advise on general commercial issues facing the Group including but not limited to commercial contractual matters, corporate matters, IPR, competition marketing, consumer credit, e-commerce, employment and pensions, all having regard to the constraints placed on the Group by its debt covenant package (Common Term Agreement) and licence conditions. Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements such as: Purchasing agreements; IT software licences, support and maintenance agreements; Outsourcing agreements; Intellectual property licence agreements; Non-disclosure agreements; Financial bonds and guarantees; Research and development agreements; Engineering / construction contracts and associated collateral warranties, sub-contracts and bonds; Electricity and renewal power contracts; Assist with regulatory matters and advise and deal with issues regarding the inter-relationship between the Company and members of the Group e.g. competition, freedom of information, data protection, transfer pricing and other areas where special rules apply to this regulated business. Advise on disputes with contractors. The Successful Applicant The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with significant PQE in commercial work, gained either in private practice or in industry. Experience of operational contracts and contract drafting and negotiation is essential. What's on Offer For further information about this opportunity and the remuneration on offer with this role, please apply to this advert. PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS A PART-TIME (4-DAY PER WEEK) ROLE WHICH IS AVAILABLE ON A HYBRID BASIS.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Commercial Legal Counsel position - Commercial Contracting This role is with a well-known organisation operating in the utilities sector. The company is known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, offering professional services across the industry. About Our Client This role is with a well-known organisation operating in the utilities sector. The company is known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, offering professional services across the industry. Job Description In this role you will: Advise on general commercial issues facing the Group including but not limited to commercial contractual matters, corporate matters, IPR, competition marketing, consumer credit, e-commerce, employment and pensions, all having regard to the constraints placed on the Group by its debt covenant package (Common Term Agreement) and licence conditions. Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements such as: Purchasing agreements; IT software licences, support and maintenance agreements; Outsourcing agreements; Intellectual property licence agreements; Non-disclosure agreements; Financial bonds and guarantees; Research and development agreements; Engineering / construction contracts and associated collateral warranties, sub-contracts and bonds; Electricity and renewal power contracts; Assist with regulatory matters and advise and deal with issues regarding the inter-relationship between the Company and members of the Group e.g. competition, freedom of information, data protection, transfer pricing and other areas where special rules apply to this regulated business. Advise on disputes with contractors. The Successful Applicant The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with significant PQE in commercial work, gained either in private practice or in industry. Experience of operational contracts and contract drafting and negotiation is essential. What's on Offer For further information about this opportunity and the remuneration on offer with this role, please apply to this advert. PLEASE NOTE, THIS IS A PART-TIME (4-DAY PER WEEK) ROLE WHICH IS AVAILABLE ON A HYBRID BASIS.
At TCES, safeguarding is not a discrete function. It is expressed through inclusion practice, attendance systems, complaints handling, staff conduct, and family engagement. This role intentionally brings these elements together to ensure safeguarding is coherent, proactive and system-wide. Safeguarding children and promoting their well-being runs through the heart of our practice as part of the TCES Pillars of Excellence. It is an attitude of mind, a belief system and a way of thinking that places the well-being of our pupils at the forefront of every action. Policies and systems, such as safer recruitment, behaviour management, child protection and whistleblowing procedures arise out of this belief and are used to promote and sustain it. They are not an end in themselves but are essential tools to support a culture of safeguarding running through the company and to help maintain a company-wide commitment to best practice and legal requirements. Ultimately, it is our belief that a commitment to safeguarding children and promoting their well-being works to the equal safety and well-being of all staff and other adults whose aim is to promote good education outcomes and future life experiences for young people. As the company strategic lead on all aspects of safeguarding, the Director of Safeguarding oversees the effective provision of organisational safeguarding arrangements, breaking down and quality assuring all elements of a holistic, compliant and forward-thinking organisation which puts the safeguarding of its pupils and staff at the centre. At TCES, our safeguarding practices encompass risk assessing, safer recruitment practices, effective staff induction, thematic training, contextualising risks, environments and backgrounds in order to proactively support young people and their families As Company Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), they provide guidance and direction to school, service and company senior leaders, especially in effective and appropriate multi-agency working. Their oversight of the Assistant Heads of Inclusion (i.e. school-based DSLs) ensures consistent implementation of UK legislation and statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 and Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, building on the foundations that pupil attendance and stakeholder engagement have a positive impact on the welfare of vulnerable young people. As a qualified social worker, with prior experience in a senior or executive social work role and extensive experience specific to the education sector, they will support our social workers to maintain social work practice and ethics, focussing on statutory safeguarding processes in schools as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. This supervision allows for full embedding and continuous development of the TCES Families and Schools working Together programme (FAST), actively engaging parents/carers in all elements of their child's school life. The role is designed to operate through strong professional relationships with schools and services, combining support, challenge and oversight to strengthen safeguarding practice rather than displace local leadership The Complete Education Solution (TCES) is a long-established provider of therapeutic education, supporting neurodiverse children and young people up and down the UK. Our multi-disciplinary teams work together to provide child-centric support, engaging with clinical, educational and social work experts, as well as partnering with our pupils' families. Starting Salary: £77,232 to £90,240 per annum (TCES Salary Band 2). Location: TCES Central Services, Wimbledon (with up to 2 days working from home) and travel required to all TCES sites across London. Contract: Permanent, Full-time. The Complete Education Solution (TCES) TCES is an independent social enterprise, providing specialist therapeutic education based in London supporting exceptional neurodiverse children and young people aged 7 to 19 who have special educational needs and disabilities typically associated with autism, social emotional and mental health needs and associated disorders. Most of them will have experienced multiple placement breakdowns and significant trauma, often resulting in behaviour that challenges. On average pupils will have been excluded from other provisions up to three times before reaching us and had significant periods out of education. TCES pupils learn at one of our two secondary schools, at our Nurture Primary school, through our Create in the Community Outreach service or within our National Online School all supporting highly complex and vulnerable pupils, with highly differentiated and personalised holistic therapeutic education programmes developed for each pupil focusing on development milestones. When they are ready, we aim for pupils to step down from Create into one of our main school, our Sixth Form, or into mainstream provisions. Essential requirements to be successful in the role are: A champion of social work with similar values to ours: Expect the very best from each other; Develop a strong work ethic; Respect and appreciate all difference; Include everyone and exclude no one; Listen to and involve everyone; Never give up on each other! Resilient and robust, role modelling outstanding professionalism . Be a Qualified Social Worker (with current SWE registration) with senior service management or executive level experience within paediatric social work, MASH Teams, therapeutic or mental health sectors, or as a LADO or Trust-wide Director of Safeguarding. Experience of driving high quality safeguarding strategies and initiatives to support best practice with vulnerable and complex groups. Proven understanding of safeguarding in education, with a track record of ensuring consistency in all aspects of compliance with legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 & Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023. Experience supporting families and carer networks to provide appropriate and safe environments for neurodiverse young people, especially in improving attendance & engagement. Proactive and innovative , mentoring team members in other disciplines, whilst also with the ability to work flexibly and independently. Experience of coaching staff to improve their practice. In return we offer: Competitive remuneration and terms, as well as 38 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). An opportunity to make a real difference and join a leading provider of specialist education, directly contributing towards positive outcomes for pupils with SEMH and ASC. A staff team who works tirelessly in the best interests of our young people, with a range of expertise in clinical, inclusion and education. A Governing Board and Directorship with executive experience in variety of sectors, as well as a plan for growth over the next 5 years, supporting more children over a greater area. Excellent CPD opportunities with all staff provided an individual Learning & Development Plan to support career development, including education qualifications at all levels (QTS / QTLS / NPQs) and options to take progressive Ofqual registered Level 3 - 5 qualifications in Therapeutic Education. Comprehensive induction process, including all pupil-facing staff supported in receiving the Level 3 Award in Therapeutic Education and Group Process. Regular half termly staff wellbeing days. A range of employee support and wellbeing benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), counselling and contributions towards medical costs and an exclusive rewards platform. Gym & Active Fitness discounts. Private pension and health schemes. TCES is an independent social enterprise, providing specialist therapeutic education based in London supporting exceptional neurodiverse children and young people aged 7 to 19 who have special educational needs and disabilities typically associated with autism, social emotional and mental health needs and associated disorders. Most of them will have experienced multiple placement breakdowns and significant trauma, often resulting in behaviour that challenges. On average pupils will have been excluded from other provisions up to three times before reaching us and had significant periods out of education. TCES pupils learn at one of our two secondary schools, at our Nurture Primary, through our Create in the Community service or within our National Online School; our Create services support our most complex and vulnerable pupils, with highly differentiated and personalised holistic therapeutic education programmes developed for each pupil focusing on development milestones. When they are ready, we aim for pupils to step down from Create into one of our main school, our Sixth Form, or into mainstream provisions. To apply: Please apply by completing an application form. All Shortlisted candidates will need to complete a formal application form and self-disclosure form as per safer recruitment practices in Education. TCES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment . click apply for full job details
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
At TCES, safeguarding is not a discrete function. It is expressed through inclusion practice, attendance systems, complaints handling, staff conduct, and family engagement. This role intentionally brings these elements together to ensure safeguarding is coherent, proactive and system-wide. Safeguarding children and promoting their well-being runs through the heart of our practice as part of the TCES Pillars of Excellence. It is an attitude of mind, a belief system and a way of thinking that places the well-being of our pupils at the forefront of every action. Policies and systems, such as safer recruitment, behaviour management, child protection and whistleblowing procedures arise out of this belief and are used to promote and sustain it. They are not an end in themselves but are essential tools to support a culture of safeguarding running through the company and to help maintain a company-wide commitment to best practice and legal requirements. Ultimately, it is our belief that a commitment to safeguarding children and promoting their well-being works to the equal safety and well-being of all staff and other adults whose aim is to promote good education outcomes and future life experiences for young people. As the company strategic lead on all aspects of safeguarding, the Director of Safeguarding oversees the effective provision of organisational safeguarding arrangements, breaking down and quality assuring all elements of a holistic, compliant and forward-thinking organisation which puts the safeguarding of its pupils and staff at the centre. At TCES, our safeguarding practices encompass risk assessing, safer recruitment practices, effective staff induction, thematic training, contextualising risks, environments and backgrounds in order to proactively support young people and their families As Company Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), they provide guidance and direction to school, service and company senior leaders, especially in effective and appropriate multi-agency working. Their oversight of the Assistant Heads of Inclusion (i.e. school-based DSLs) ensures consistent implementation of UK legislation and statutory guidance, including Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 and Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023, building on the foundations that pupil attendance and stakeholder engagement have a positive impact on the welfare of vulnerable young people. As a qualified social worker, with prior experience in a senior or executive social work role and extensive experience specific to the education sector, they will support our social workers to maintain social work practice and ethics, focussing on statutory safeguarding processes in schools as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025. This supervision allows for full embedding and continuous development of the TCES Families and Schools working Together programme (FAST), actively engaging parents/carers in all elements of their child's school life. The role is designed to operate through strong professional relationships with schools and services, combining support, challenge and oversight to strengthen safeguarding practice rather than displace local leadership The Complete Education Solution (TCES) is a long-established provider of therapeutic education, supporting neurodiverse children and young people up and down the UK. Our multi-disciplinary teams work together to provide child-centric support, engaging with clinical, educational and social work experts, as well as partnering with our pupils' families. Starting Salary: £77,232 to £90,240 per annum (TCES Salary Band 2). Location: TCES Central Services, Wimbledon (with up to 2 days working from home) and travel required to all TCES sites across London. Contract: Permanent, Full-time. The Complete Education Solution (TCES) TCES is an independent social enterprise, providing specialist therapeutic education based in London supporting exceptional neurodiverse children and young people aged 7 to 19 who have special educational needs and disabilities typically associated with autism, social emotional and mental health needs and associated disorders. Most of them will have experienced multiple placement breakdowns and significant trauma, often resulting in behaviour that challenges. On average pupils will have been excluded from other provisions up to three times before reaching us and had significant periods out of education. TCES pupils learn at one of our two secondary schools, at our Nurture Primary school, through our Create in the Community Outreach service or within our National Online School all supporting highly complex and vulnerable pupils, with highly differentiated and personalised holistic therapeutic education programmes developed for each pupil focusing on development milestones. When they are ready, we aim for pupils to step down from Create into one of our main school, our Sixth Form, or into mainstream provisions. Essential requirements to be successful in the role are: A champion of social work with similar values to ours: Expect the very best from each other; Develop a strong work ethic; Respect and appreciate all difference; Include everyone and exclude no one; Listen to and involve everyone; Never give up on each other! Resilient and robust, role modelling outstanding professionalism . Be a Qualified Social Worker (with current SWE registration) with senior service management or executive level experience within paediatric social work, MASH Teams, therapeutic or mental health sectors, or as a LADO or Trust-wide Director of Safeguarding. Experience of driving high quality safeguarding strategies and initiatives to support best practice with vulnerable and complex groups. Proven understanding of safeguarding in education, with a track record of ensuring consistency in all aspects of compliance with legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025 & Working Together to Safeguard Children 2023. Experience supporting families and carer networks to provide appropriate and safe environments for neurodiverse young people, especially in improving attendance & engagement. Proactive and innovative , mentoring team members in other disciplines, whilst also with the ability to work flexibly and independently. Experience of coaching staff to improve their practice. In return we offer: Competitive remuneration and terms, as well as 38 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays). An opportunity to make a real difference and join a leading provider of specialist education, directly contributing towards positive outcomes for pupils with SEMH and ASC. A staff team who works tirelessly in the best interests of our young people, with a range of expertise in clinical, inclusion and education. A Governing Board and Directorship with executive experience in variety of sectors, as well as a plan for growth over the next 5 years, supporting more children over a greater area. Excellent CPD opportunities with all staff provided an individual Learning & Development Plan to support career development, including education qualifications at all levels (QTS / QTLS / NPQs) and options to take progressive Ofqual registered Level 3 - 5 qualifications in Therapeutic Education. Comprehensive induction process, including all pupil-facing staff supported in receiving the Level 3 Award in Therapeutic Education and Group Process. Regular half termly staff wellbeing days. A range of employee support and wellbeing benefits including our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), counselling and contributions towards medical costs and an exclusive rewards platform. Gym & Active Fitness discounts. Private pension and health schemes. TCES is an independent social enterprise, providing specialist therapeutic education based in London supporting exceptional neurodiverse children and young people aged 7 to 19 who have special educational needs and disabilities typically associated with autism, social emotional and mental health needs and associated disorders. Most of them will have experienced multiple placement breakdowns and significant trauma, often resulting in behaviour that challenges. On average pupils will have been excluded from other provisions up to three times before reaching us and had significant periods out of education. TCES pupils learn at one of our two secondary schools, at our Nurture Primary, through our Create in the Community service or within our National Online School; our Create services support our most complex and vulnerable pupils, with highly differentiated and personalised holistic therapeutic education programmes developed for each pupil focusing on development milestones. When they are ready, we aim for pupils to step down from Create into one of our main school, our Sixth Form, or into mainstream provisions. To apply: Please apply by completing an application form. All Shortlisted candidates will need to complete a formal application form and self-disclosure form as per safer recruitment practices in Education. TCES is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects all staff to share this commitment . click apply for full job details
A well-established and highly respected law firm with a strong reputation in private client services. The firm advises high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and trustees on complex succession planning, trust structuring, estate administration, and tax matters. Known for its collaborative and inclusive culture, the firm delivers tailored, high-quality advice and fosters long-term client relationships. The team regularly handles cross-border matters and works closely with international advisers. About Our Client The firm is a collegiate and inclusive team culture with a clear progression path and mentoring support. Job Description Drafting complex wills and letters of wishes Advising on probate and estate administration, including multi-jurisdictional estates Preparing trust deeds and advising on trust structuring and administration Delivering inheritance tax planning and lifetime gifting strategies Advising high-net-worth individuals and families on succession planning Liaising with financial advisors, accountants, and overseas counsel Supporting contentious trust and estate matters where required Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships The Successful Applicant 2-5 years PQE in private client law (UK or common law jurisdiction) Strong technical knowledge of wills, probate, and estate planning Excellent drafting and communication skills Ability to manage complex matters independently and collaboratively International experience or interest in cross-border work is desirable A proactive, client-focused approach with strong interpersonal skills What's on Offer A competitive salary ranging from £60,000 per annum, depending on experience. Permanent role with opportunities for professional growth in the legal field. Work-life balance in the scenic location of Epping. A supportive and professional work environment. If you are a skilled Private Clients Solicitor 2-3 PQE looking to advance your career in the professional services industry, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now to join this reputable team in Epping.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
A well-established and highly respected law firm with a strong reputation in private client services. The firm advises high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and trustees on complex succession planning, trust structuring, estate administration, and tax matters. Known for its collaborative and inclusive culture, the firm delivers tailored, high-quality advice and fosters long-term client relationships. The team regularly handles cross-border matters and works closely with international advisers. About Our Client The firm is a collegiate and inclusive team culture with a clear progression path and mentoring support. Job Description Drafting complex wills and letters of wishes Advising on probate and estate administration, including multi-jurisdictional estates Preparing trust deeds and advising on trust structuring and administration Delivering inheritance tax planning and lifetime gifting strategies Advising high-net-worth individuals and families on succession planning Liaising with financial advisors, accountants, and overseas counsel Supporting contentious trust and estate matters where required Contributing to business development and maintaining strong client relationships The Successful Applicant 2-5 years PQE in private client law (UK or common law jurisdiction) Strong technical knowledge of wills, probate, and estate planning Excellent drafting and communication skills Ability to manage complex matters independently and collaboratively International experience or interest in cross-border work is desirable A proactive, client-focused approach with strong interpersonal skills What's on Offer A competitive salary ranging from £60,000 per annum, depending on experience. Permanent role with opportunities for professional growth in the legal field. Work-life balance in the scenic location of Epping. A supportive and professional work environment. If you are a skilled Private Clients Solicitor 2-3 PQE looking to advance your career in the professional services industry, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Apply now to join this reputable team in Epping.
We are looking for an experienced commercial disputes associate to join WBD Advance, our alternative legal services group. The team has over 100 lawyers, paralegals, management information specialists and legal project managers who provide a wide range of services and solutions to clients, and it supports the wider firm on high volume workstreams, end-to-end managed services and bespoke projects. The bulk of the team are in Bristol and Plymouth, so ability to attend either of these offices at least two days per week would be preferred, with the other days working from home. The ideal candidate would have experience in commercial debt recovery and/or experience in defending consumer claims. You will join a sub-team of WBD Advance comprising 8 lawyers (from Managing Associate to newly qualified) and about 25 paralegals. The team work on recoveries and consumer claims for an impressive list of household name clients in retail, utilities, government, and technology services. We pursue complex debt claims in all litigation tracks, and defend consumer claims including claims for miss-selling, faulty goods and services, accessibility and discrimination, personal injury, and property damage. What will you be doing? We're looking for a litigator, technically strong, and preferably with some previous experience of supervising others and/or of volume work, to undertake: defence of small claims, fast track, the newly introduced intermediate track and multi-track claims - with all that this entails, including acknowledgements of service, defences, witness statements, set aside, strike out and summary judgment applications, instructions to counsel, consent orders, preparing bundles and statements of costs, defending injunction applications, defending and pursuing appeals in the County Court, pursuing and enforcing costs orders by instructing High Court Enforcement Officers, obtaining Charging Orders and Attachment of Earnings Orders; and Alternative Dispute Resolution - attending telephone mediation appointments and without prejudice meetings and negotiating and settling claims, taking a commercial approach when necessary. Our existing client base spans several different sectors; with the team having a high volume of instructions in the following areas: technology claims - fraud including PAC fraud, overcharging, non-delivery of equipment, personal injury, data breach and other data complaints; utilities suppliers' claims - harassment and discrimination, overcharging, disconnection and loss of service, missed appointments and regulatory compensation, disputes regarding tariffs; disputes regarding central heating servicing; disputes involving vulnerable customers; data breach claims; Broker Commission claims; financial institutions/online marketplaces - withheld funds due to incomplete Know Your Client (KYC) checks, discrepancies during KYC checks, claims for refunds following disputes raised through the marketplace, lost or damaged parcels, void event tickets, disputes regarding removed listings, suspended user accounts; and retail and hospitality and other goods suppliers and installers - discrimination claims, non-delivery of goods, defective products under the Consumer Protection Act, complaints about installation or repair of goods or supply of services. Depending on level of experience, you will either work to one of the two senior lawyers within the team or take responsibility for managing one or more of the claims workstreams. In either case, the role will include technical supervision and development of paralegal team who support the workstreams, working closely with the Legal Solutions Centre Director and Partners, and the wider firm's Dispute Resolution team to continue to build these services. You may also work with project managers and legal technologists to onboard new workstreams or clients and embed them within our established model. Your role in WBD Advance which also has its own claimant-side disputes team and an in-house costs Lawyer with whom you will work closely when projects and services overlap, will also involve being an advocate for innovation and service delivery within the firm to support on the optimisation of legal work, and to assist with winning of new clients. WBD Advance is a collaborative working environment with a varied workload and a track record of sustained growth, and so is great place for someone to consolidate all the knowledge that you've developed so far, build on your technical expertise, as well as gain experience in project management, people management and emerging legal technologies What are we looking for? to be a UK qualified solicitor. a minimum of 3 year's qualified experience working in commercial litigation, insolvency, insurance or a similar litigation specialism (volume experience would be advantageous); and previous experience of supervising at least 1 person, within a legal team.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for an experienced commercial disputes associate to join WBD Advance, our alternative legal services group. The team has over 100 lawyers, paralegals, management information specialists and legal project managers who provide a wide range of services and solutions to clients, and it supports the wider firm on high volume workstreams, end-to-end managed services and bespoke projects. The bulk of the team are in Bristol and Plymouth, so ability to attend either of these offices at least two days per week would be preferred, with the other days working from home. The ideal candidate would have experience in commercial debt recovery and/or experience in defending consumer claims. You will join a sub-team of WBD Advance comprising 8 lawyers (from Managing Associate to newly qualified) and about 25 paralegals. The team work on recoveries and consumer claims for an impressive list of household name clients in retail, utilities, government, and technology services. We pursue complex debt claims in all litigation tracks, and defend consumer claims including claims for miss-selling, faulty goods and services, accessibility and discrimination, personal injury, and property damage. What will you be doing? We're looking for a litigator, technically strong, and preferably with some previous experience of supervising others and/or of volume work, to undertake: defence of small claims, fast track, the newly introduced intermediate track and multi-track claims - with all that this entails, including acknowledgements of service, defences, witness statements, set aside, strike out and summary judgment applications, instructions to counsel, consent orders, preparing bundles and statements of costs, defending injunction applications, defending and pursuing appeals in the County Court, pursuing and enforcing costs orders by instructing High Court Enforcement Officers, obtaining Charging Orders and Attachment of Earnings Orders; and Alternative Dispute Resolution - attending telephone mediation appointments and without prejudice meetings and negotiating and settling claims, taking a commercial approach when necessary. Our existing client base spans several different sectors; with the team having a high volume of instructions in the following areas: technology claims - fraud including PAC fraud, overcharging, non-delivery of equipment, personal injury, data breach and other data complaints; utilities suppliers' claims - harassment and discrimination, overcharging, disconnection and loss of service, missed appointments and regulatory compensation, disputes regarding tariffs; disputes regarding central heating servicing; disputes involving vulnerable customers; data breach claims; Broker Commission claims; financial institutions/online marketplaces - withheld funds due to incomplete Know Your Client (KYC) checks, discrepancies during KYC checks, claims for refunds following disputes raised through the marketplace, lost or damaged parcels, void event tickets, disputes regarding removed listings, suspended user accounts; and retail and hospitality and other goods suppliers and installers - discrimination claims, non-delivery of goods, defective products under the Consumer Protection Act, complaints about installation or repair of goods or supply of services. Depending on level of experience, you will either work to one of the two senior lawyers within the team or take responsibility for managing one or more of the claims workstreams. In either case, the role will include technical supervision and development of paralegal team who support the workstreams, working closely with the Legal Solutions Centre Director and Partners, and the wider firm's Dispute Resolution team to continue to build these services. You may also work with project managers and legal technologists to onboard new workstreams or clients and embed them within our established model. Your role in WBD Advance which also has its own claimant-side disputes team and an in-house costs Lawyer with whom you will work closely when projects and services overlap, will also involve being an advocate for innovation and service delivery within the firm to support on the optimisation of legal work, and to assist with winning of new clients. WBD Advance is a collaborative working environment with a varied workload and a track record of sustained growth, and so is great place for someone to consolidate all the knowledge that you've developed so far, build on your technical expertise, as well as gain experience in project management, people management and emerging legal technologies What are we looking for? to be a UK qualified solicitor. a minimum of 3 year's qualified experience working in commercial litigation, insolvency, insurance or a similar litigation specialism (volume experience would be advantageous); and previous experience of supervising at least 1 person, within a legal team.
A leading UK-based litigation finance provider is looking for an experienced Legal Director / General Counsel to lead their legal and governance functions. The successful candidate will influence the legal architecture of the organization, supporting investment decisions and managing risk. An ideal fit would have 8-12+ years' experience, including litigation funding and financial services, and possess strong negotiation skills. The role offers a base salary of £90,000 - £110,000 plus performance bonuses, with opportunities for growth.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
A leading UK-based litigation finance provider is looking for an experienced Legal Director / General Counsel to lead their legal and governance functions. The successful candidate will influence the legal architecture of the organization, supporting investment decisions and managing risk. An ideal fit would have 8-12+ years' experience, including litigation funding and financial services, and possess strong negotiation skills. The role offers a base salary of £90,000 - £110,000 plus performance bonuses, with opportunities for growth.
Our client is looking for commercial lawyer position to join their highly regarded in house legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation that operates in a fast paced, rapidly evolving and commercial environment. Based in Luton this company has a hybrid working policy preferring employees to be in 2 days in the office per week. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Ensuring the provision of timely and effective legal advice to the business and to assist the General Counsel in providing the same to executive management and the Board. Drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of commercial contracts. Provision of corporate, commercial and regulatory legal support to other departments and management. Producing and keeping up to date the corporate policies for which the legal team have responsibility. Supporting legal compliance activities and delivery of compliance programmes. Taking the lead on horizon scanning for legal/regulatory changes. Supporting the General Counsel with company secretarial duties when required. Supporting on corporate transactions and construction/development projects when required. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Solicitor with 4 to 8 years Post Qualification Experience. Solid experience of drafting and negotiating variety of commercial contracts. Willingness to learn and expand knowledge in other areas of law. Genuine interest in compliance matters. Self motivated with the ability to work autonomously, whilst also collaborating effectively within a team and fostering relationships across departments. Capable of partnering with the business to provide practical, compliant solutions to complex challenges Strong presentation skills Keen attention to detail Strong communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and practical advice to diverse audiences. Our client envisages that candidates with between 4 - 8 years PQE will have the relevant skills / knowledge for this position, however this has been given as an approximate guide for applicants and our client is happy to consider the applications of candidates who fall outside of this PQE range but who have the relevant experience. For more information on this great in house opportunity please contact Simon Campbell at QED Legal. If this position isn't for you but you know someone who could be suitable then please let us know. We offer a reward fee for any successful referrals. For full details please see our website.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Our client is looking for commercial lawyer position to join their highly regarded in house legal team. This is an exciting opportunity to join an organisation that operates in a fast paced, rapidly evolving and commercial environment. Based in Luton this company has a hybrid working policy preferring employees to be in 2 days in the office per week. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES Ensuring the provision of timely and effective legal advice to the business and to assist the General Counsel in providing the same to executive management and the Board. Drafting, negotiating and advising on a wide range of commercial contracts. Provision of corporate, commercial and regulatory legal support to other departments and management. Producing and keeping up to date the corporate policies for which the legal team have responsibility. Supporting legal compliance activities and delivery of compliance programmes. Taking the lead on horizon scanning for legal/regulatory changes. Supporting the General Counsel with company secretarial duties when required. Supporting on corporate transactions and construction/development projects when required. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED Solicitor with 4 to 8 years Post Qualification Experience. Solid experience of drafting and negotiating variety of commercial contracts. Willingness to learn and expand knowledge in other areas of law. Genuine interest in compliance matters. Self motivated with the ability to work autonomously, whilst also collaborating effectively within a team and fostering relationships across departments. Capable of partnering with the business to provide practical, compliant solutions to complex challenges Strong presentation skills Keen attention to detail Strong communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear and practical advice to diverse audiences. Our client envisages that candidates with between 4 - 8 years PQE will have the relevant skills / knowledge for this position, however this has been given as an approximate guide for applicants and our client is happy to consider the applications of candidates who fall outside of this PQE range but who have the relevant experience. For more information on this great in house opportunity please contact Simon Campbell at QED Legal. If this position isn't for you but you know someone who could be suitable then please let us know. We offer a reward fee for any successful referrals. For full details please see our website.
Join a highly regarded, friendly team Competitive salary and package About Our Client Our client is an award winning regional law firm. This is a great opportunity to join their Professional Conduct Team in Manchester, Liverpool or Lancashire working primarily within the TRA (Teaching Regulation Agency) case presenting team. The Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) is an executive agency of the Department for Education (DfE) tasked with considering allegations of serious professional misconduct by teachers. Our client is one of four Panel firms appointed to provide Presenting Officer (PO) services to assist the DfE in the investigation, presentation, and conclusion of cases of alleged teacher misconduct referred to the DfE. This includes presenting cases on behalf of the DfE in front of Professional Conduct Panels. Job Description As a Regulatory Solicitor/Associate your duties will include: Supervising junior members of the team (relevant PC experience required). Preparing case strategies and investigating allegations of misconduct. Presenting allegations to the teacher and advising the client on procedural and legal issues. Drafting witness statements and preparing hearing bundles. Liaising with counsel and third parties. Working collaboratively with the team. Opportunity to assist in defence PC work and contribute to expanding this area of practice. The Successful Applicant A successful Regulatory Solicitor/Associate should have at least 5 PQE in professional discipline work. Please note that the level of experience identified in this advert is a guide only and does not preclude candidates with more or less experience from applying. What's on Offer Competitive salary ranging from £57,000 to £66,000. Hybrid working arrangements for enhanced work life balance. Attractive bonus scheme tied to performance. Opportunity to work in a reputable professional services organisation. Supportive and collaborative company culture. If you are a skilled Regulatory Solicitor/Associate looking for a permanent role in Manchester, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career. Apply now to join this thriving legal team!
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Join a highly regarded, friendly team Competitive salary and package About Our Client Our client is an award winning regional law firm. This is a great opportunity to join their Professional Conduct Team in Manchester, Liverpool or Lancashire working primarily within the TRA (Teaching Regulation Agency) case presenting team. The Teaching Regulation Agency (TRA) is an executive agency of the Department for Education (DfE) tasked with considering allegations of serious professional misconduct by teachers. Our client is one of four Panel firms appointed to provide Presenting Officer (PO) services to assist the DfE in the investigation, presentation, and conclusion of cases of alleged teacher misconduct referred to the DfE. This includes presenting cases on behalf of the DfE in front of Professional Conduct Panels. Job Description As a Regulatory Solicitor/Associate your duties will include: Supervising junior members of the team (relevant PC experience required). Preparing case strategies and investigating allegations of misconduct. Presenting allegations to the teacher and advising the client on procedural and legal issues. Drafting witness statements and preparing hearing bundles. Liaising with counsel and third parties. Working collaboratively with the team. Opportunity to assist in defence PC work and contribute to expanding this area of practice. The Successful Applicant A successful Regulatory Solicitor/Associate should have at least 5 PQE in professional discipline work. Please note that the level of experience identified in this advert is a guide only and does not preclude candidates with more or less experience from applying. What's on Offer Competitive salary ranging from £57,000 to £66,000. Hybrid working arrangements for enhanced work life balance. Attractive bonus scheme tied to performance. Opportunity to work in a reputable professional services organisation. Supportive and collaborative company culture. If you are a skilled Regulatory Solicitor/Associate looking for a permanent role in Manchester, this is an excellent opportunity to advance your career. Apply now to join this thriving legal team!
We are looking for a qualified Chef to join our dedicated care home team where your culinary skills will help enhance the wellbeing of our residents. You'll be responsible for preparing, producing and delivering delicious, nutritious and beautifully presented dishes. This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, across 4 days out of a 7-day rota. Pay: £13.14 to £13.76 per hour Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas. Key responsibilities of the role: - Work with the Head Chef to deliver the catering services within the care home - Prepare food for residents according to nutrition, hydration, and dietary guidelines - Maintain a high standard of food provision and service to the residents, staff and visitors - Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed - Ensure all health and safety records and monitoring adhere to statutory requirements As a Chef, you will have a City & Guilds 706 (1&2) Food Preparation or equivalent and an intermediary food hygiene certificate. In addition, you will have excellent communication skills. Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act and good IT skills are essential, as well as experience working in a care home or similar setting. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. Employee benefits include: - 22 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility - Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime - Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost - Free on-site parking - Free enhanced DBS check - Uniform provided at no cost - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives Lister House is one of six care homes, set in the historic city of Ripon, North Yorkshire. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, Dementia Care, and Day Care. The home also features a chapel and is supported by a dedicated team. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development. For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a qualified Chef to join our dedicated care home team where your culinary skills will help enhance the wellbeing of our residents. You'll be responsible for preparing, producing and delivering delicious, nutritious and beautifully presented dishes. This is a permanent, full-time position working 37.5 hours per week, across 4 days out of a 7-day rota. Pay: £13.14 to £13.76 per hour Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas. Key responsibilities of the role: - Work with the Head Chef to deliver the catering services within the care home - Prepare food for residents according to nutrition, hydration, and dietary guidelines - Maintain a high standard of food provision and service to the residents, staff and visitors - Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed - Ensure all health and safety records and monitoring adhere to statutory requirements As a Chef, you will have a City & Guilds 706 (1&2) Food Preparation or equivalent and an intermediary food hygiene certificate. In addition, you will have excellent communication skills. Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act and good IT skills are essential, as well as experience working in a care home or similar setting. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. Employee benefits include: - 22 days' paid holiday plus bank holidays, increasing with service - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility - Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime - Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost - Free on-site parking - Free enhanced DBS check - Uniform provided at no cost - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice - Exclusive retailer discounts on popular brands - Range of courses delivered by learning specialists to support your development goals and objectives Lister House is one of six care homes, set in the historic city of Ripon, North Yorkshire. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, Dementia Care, and Day Care. The home also features a chapel and is supported by a dedicated team. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development. For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
We are looking for a qualified Chef to join our dedicated care home team where your culinary skills will help enhance the wellbeing of our residents. You'll be responsible for preparing, producing and delivering delicious, nutritious and beautifully presented dishes. This is a casual position, offering flexible hours to suit both your availability and the needs of the care home. Pay: £13.14 to £13.76 per hour. Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas. Key responsibilities of the role: - Work with the Head Chef to deliver the catering services within the care home - Prepare food for residents according to nutrition, hydration, and dietary guidelines - Maintain a high standard of food provision and service to the residents, staff and visitors - Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed - Ensure all health and safety records and monitoring adhere to statutory requirements As a Chef, you will have a City & Guilds 706 (1&2) Food Preparation or equivalent and an intermediary food hygiene certificate. In addition, you will have excellent communication skills. Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act and good IT skills are essential, as well as experience working in a care home or similar setting. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. Employee benefits include: - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility - Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime - Flexible hours to suit your needs - Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost - Free on-site parking - Free enhanced DBS check - Uniform provided at no cost - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Lister House is one of six care homes, set in the historic city of Ripon, North Yorkshire. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, Dementia Care, and Day Care. The home also features a chapel and is supported by a dedicated team. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development. For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
We are looking for a qualified Chef to join our dedicated care home team where your culinary skills will help enhance the wellbeing of our residents. You'll be responsible for preparing, producing and delivering delicious, nutritious and beautifully presented dishes. This is a casual position, offering flexible hours to suit both your availability and the needs of the care home. Pay: £13.14 to £13.76 per hour. Please note that we are currently only able to consider applications from candidates who have the legal right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas. Key responsibilities of the role: - Work with the Head Chef to deliver the catering services within the care home - Prepare food for residents according to nutrition, hydration, and dietary guidelines - Maintain a high standard of food provision and service to the residents, staff and visitors - Monitor inventory levels and order supplies as needed - Ensure all health and safety records and monitoring adhere to statutory requirements As a Chef, you will have a City & Guilds 706 (1&2) Food Preparation or equivalent and an intermediary food hygiene certificate. In addition, you will have excellent communication skills. Previous experience of maintaining standards within a catering department according to Health & Safety and Food Safety Act and good IT skills are essential, as well as experience working in a care home or similar setting. Come and be part of the leading Armed Forces charity, making a difference to the lives of those who have served to keep us safe and protect our way of life. Employee benefits include: - Generous pension contributions, with Employer contributions ranging from 6% to 10%, subject to eligibility - Additional rates for nights, bank holidays and overtime - Flexible hours to suit your needs - Affordable and quality meals at reduced cost - Free on-site parking - Free enhanced DBS check - Uniform provided at no cost - Employee Assistance Programme providing confidential counselling, financial and legal advice Lister House is one of six care homes, set in the historic city of Ripon, North Yorkshire. A place where ex-servicemen and women and their spouses can feel completely at home, providing care for those who have served in the Armed Forces and their dependants. We offer Nursing Care, Residential Care, Dementia Care, and Day Care. The home also features a chapel and is supported by a dedicated team. As part of our award-winning team, you will receive full support with training and personal development. For more detailed information about the role, please see our Vacancy Information Pack attached to our direct advert. RBL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive organisation, reflecting the diversity of the armed forces community and of wider society. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and personal characteristics. We may close this vacancy early if we believe we have enough strong applications to be able to successfully fill the role(s). Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Regulatory Counsel page is loaded Regulatory Counsellocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 16, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR0436 Externally, this job title may also be known as Financial Regulatory Lawyer, Regulatory Associate, Senior Regulatory Associate, Financial Lawyer, Financial Services Regulation, Consumer Credit Lawyer, Senior Consumer Credit Lawyer, Product Lawyer, Senior Product Lawyer Consumer credit in the UK is (rightly) heavily regulated, forever evolving and has strict legal standards to ensure fairness, transparency and compliance. At NewDay, there's also a strategic business impact. We think of you as Product Lawyers, collaborating with commercial teams to build the future of consumer finance. How you'll contribute Provide clear and practical advice on complex legal regulatory and compliance matters across the business from acquisition to collections, which balances good customer outcomes and commercial objectives. Business partnering to advise on the design, development and launch of new, pioneering products and features, particularly in relation to digital finance. Drafting consumer facing documentation. Promote a culture of compliance, work closely with external counsel and internal teams (including senior execs) to manage and mitigate risk and ensure timely delivery. Advise on regulatory change, and support interaction with Regulators and industry bodies. We're looking for these essential skills SME in consumer finance law and regulation including a working knowledge of the CCA and secondary legislation, CONC, Consumer Duty and other relevant aspects of the FCA Handbook, FSMA and industry codes. Experience likely gained as part of a financial regulatory team within a law firm, or working as part of an in house team within a financial services or FinTech business. Strong communication skills. Capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels, including leadership. NewDay, we value all types of diversity. We're an equal opportunity employer and believe that our differences create a vibrant, authentic working culture. We want all our colleagues to feel able to bring their whole selves to work. We don't discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or identities. We make sure that every job is crafted to be inclusive and that people with disabilities or caring responsibilities can take part in the application and interview process.Tell us if you need accommodations: We'll put reasonable adjustments in place to support you.We work with Textio to make our job design and hiring inclusive.Permanent
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Regulatory Counsel page is loaded Regulatory Counsellocations: Londontime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: January 16, 2026 (13 days left to apply)job requisition id: JR0436 Externally, this job title may also be known as Financial Regulatory Lawyer, Regulatory Associate, Senior Regulatory Associate, Financial Lawyer, Financial Services Regulation, Consumer Credit Lawyer, Senior Consumer Credit Lawyer, Product Lawyer, Senior Product Lawyer Consumer credit in the UK is (rightly) heavily regulated, forever evolving and has strict legal standards to ensure fairness, transparency and compliance. At NewDay, there's also a strategic business impact. We think of you as Product Lawyers, collaborating with commercial teams to build the future of consumer finance. How you'll contribute Provide clear and practical advice on complex legal regulatory and compliance matters across the business from acquisition to collections, which balances good customer outcomes and commercial objectives. Business partnering to advise on the design, development and launch of new, pioneering products and features, particularly in relation to digital finance. Drafting consumer facing documentation. Promote a culture of compliance, work closely with external counsel and internal teams (including senior execs) to manage and mitigate risk and ensure timely delivery. Advise on regulatory change, and support interaction with Regulators and industry bodies. We're looking for these essential skills SME in consumer finance law and regulation including a working knowledge of the CCA and secondary legislation, CONC, Consumer Duty and other relevant aspects of the FCA Handbook, FSMA and industry codes. Experience likely gained as part of a financial regulatory team within a law firm, or working as part of an in house team within a financial services or FinTech business. Strong communication skills. Capable of influencing stakeholders at all levels, including leadership. NewDay, we value all types of diversity. We're an equal opportunity employer and believe that our differences create a vibrant, authentic working culture. We want all our colleagues to feel able to bring their whole selves to work. We don't discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics or identities. We make sure that every job is crafted to be inclusive and that people with disabilities or caring responsibilities can take part in the application and interview process.Tell us if you need accommodations: We'll put reasonable adjustments in place to support you.We work with Textio to make our job design and hiring inclusive.Permanent
Corporate and Investment Bank - Legal - Exchange Traded and Retail Structured Products Lawyer LONDON, United Kingdom Job Information Job Identification Job Category Counsel Business Unit Corporate Sector Posting Date 10/29/2025, 09:30 AM Locations 25 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London, Greater London, E14 5JP, GB Job Schedule Full time Job Description We are a team of ten lawyers providing legal coverage to the exchange traded products (ETP) and retail structured products (RSP) businesses within the Markets division of the Corporate and Investment Bank (CIB) in EMEA. The team is spread across London, Frankfurt and Mumbai. We work closely with the ETP sales and trading team in the Equities Derivatives Group and the Structured Investments Distributor Marketing (SIDM) lines of businesses. The ETP business covers the public offer of listed and exchanged traded structured products to self-directed retail investors in Europe. The SIDM business covers the sale of structured products through distribution channels to retail and high-net worth investors. The ETP products include leveraged and investment products in securitised format and the SIDM products are sold through a number of legal wrappers, most commonly in securitised format. The securities are issued via J.P. Morgan subsidiaries or, within the wider RSP business, special purpose vehicles or third party MTN issuers. The products span across a full spectrum of asset classes including equity, credit, FX, commodity, rates, inflation, exotics & hybrids, funds and futures. As a Corporate and Investment Bank - Legal - Exchange Traded and Retail Structured Products Lawyer in exchange traded productslegal department you will be involved in a mix of transactional and trade documentation review, regulatory advice, commercial contract review and assisting in new business initiatives. This includes establishing and maintaining issuance programmes as well as the review and drafting documentation for retail structured products including base prospectus(es) together with securities final terms, key information documents and corporate action or product adjustment/termination documentation. You will be responsible for the CIB's Reg S issuance programmes which are used globally. You will work with other team members in maintaining the programmes, adding functionality to existing programmes and establishing new issuance platforms. In addition, the team manages regulatory implementation for the securitised issuance business. Job responsibilities Review and negotiation of commercial contracts as well as broker and distribution agreements. Identifying and advising the business on regulatory and cross-border issues in delivering products to the end market or when the business wishes to employ a new distribution model or enter new markets. Automating and templating initiatives collaborating with internal and external technology service providers to deliver automated solutions for legal documents. This is a high-profile area which the business have identified as a strategic growth area within the CIB. Required qualifications, skills and capabilities A qualified lawyer with experience in a law firm and/or an in-house legal department with a transactional and regulatory background. A team player, confident and proactive, enjoys regular interaction with Sales & Trading, legal colleagues and other corporate functions- includinggreat communication skills with an ability to interact effectively with all levels and management. Exceptional organisational, analytical and time management skills, with ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Fluent in drafting, including the ability to draft "plain language" disclosure documents. Experienced with structured products and derivatives documentation as well as good knowledge of EU/UK financial services regulation and retail offerings. Familiar with negotiating commercial and legal agreements including in cooperation agreements, distribution agreements and licence agreements. A pro-active contributor and interested in improving processes and methods of working. About Us J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit ourFAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation. About the Team Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success. With large, global operations, the Legal team tackles complex issues and helps shape the regulations that affect the businesses. The group is organized into practice groups that align with the lines of business and corporate staff areas, which encourages collaboration on legal, regulatory and business developments as they arise.
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Corporate and Investment Bank - Legal - Exchange Traded and Retail Structured Products Lawyer LONDON, United Kingdom Job Information Job Identification Job Category Counsel Business Unit Corporate Sector Posting Date 10/29/2025, 09:30 AM Locations 25 Bank Street, Canary Wharf, London, Greater London, E14 5JP, GB Job Schedule Full time Job Description We are a team of ten lawyers providing legal coverage to the exchange traded products (ETP) and retail structured products (RSP) businesses within the Markets division of the Corporate and Investment Bank (CIB) in EMEA. The team is spread across London, Frankfurt and Mumbai. We work closely with the ETP sales and trading team in the Equities Derivatives Group and the Structured Investments Distributor Marketing (SIDM) lines of businesses. The ETP business covers the public offer of listed and exchanged traded structured products to self-directed retail investors in Europe. The SIDM business covers the sale of structured products through distribution channels to retail and high-net worth investors. The ETP products include leveraged and investment products in securitised format and the SIDM products are sold through a number of legal wrappers, most commonly in securitised format. The securities are issued via J.P. Morgan subsidiaries or, within the wider RSP business, special purpose vehicles or third party MTN issuers. The products span across a full spectrum of asset classes including equity, credit, FX, commodity, rates, inflation, exotics & hybrids, funds and futures. As a Corporate and Investment Bank - Legal - Exchange Traded and Retail Structured Products Lawyer in exchange traded productslegal department you will be involved in a mix of transactional and trade documentation review, regulatory advice, commercial contract review and assisting in new business initiatives. This includes establishing and maintaining issuance programmes as well as the review and drafting documentation for retail structured products including base prospectus(es) together with securities final terms, key information documents and corporate action or product adjustment/termination documentation. You will be responsible for the CIB's Reg S issuance programmes which are used globally. You will work with other team members in maintaining the programmes, adding functionality to existing programmes and establishing new issuance platforms. In addition, the team manages regulatory implementation for the securitised issuance business. Job responsibilities Review and negotiation of commercial contracts as well as broker and distribution agreements. Identifying and advising the business on regulatory and cross-border issues in delivering products to the end market or when the business wishes to employ a new distribution model or enter new markets. Automating and templating initiatives collaborating with internal and external technology service providers to deliver automated solutions for legal documents. This is a high-profile area which the business have identified as a strategic growth area within the CIB. Required qualifications, skills and capabilities A qualified lawyer with experience in a law firm and/or an in-house legal department with a transactional and regulatory background. A team player, confident and proactive, enjoys regular interaction with Sales & Trading, legal colleagues and other corporate functions- includinggreat communication skills with an ability to interact effectively with all levels and management. Exceptional organisational, analytical and time management skills, with ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Fluent in drafting, including the ability to draft "plain language" disclosure documents. Experienced with structured products and derivatives documentation as well as good knowledge of EU/UK financial services regulation and retail offerings. Familiar with negotiating commercial and legal agreements including in cooperation agreements, distribution agreements and licence agreements. A pro-active contributor and interested in improving processes and methods of working. About Us J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit ourFAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation. About the Team Our professionals in our Corporate Functions cover a diverse range of areas from finance and risk to human resources and marketing. Our corporate teams are an essential part of our company, ensuring that we're setting our businesses, clients, customers and employees up for success. With large, global operations, the Legal team tackles complex issues and helps shape the regulations that affect the businesses. The group is organized into practice groups that align with the lines of business and corporate staff areas, which encourages collaboration on legal, regulatory and business developments as they arise.
JOB TITLE: Lawyer - Group Legal, Group Operations & Commercial Legal (FTC until 30/09/2026) SALARY: £87,552 - £97,280 LOCATION(S): Edinburgh, Chester, Halifax, Leeds, Bristol & Newport HOURS: Full Time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. About this opportunity This isn't just a legal job - it's a chance to work alongside forward-thinking colleagues, help drive transformation and make a real impact in an organisation providing banking services to customers and businesses across the UK. This role is for a commercial lawyer to join the Group Operations & Commercial Legal team as a fixed term employee until 30th September 2026. We're a collaborative, enthusiastic and development-focused team which strives to provide excellent inhouse legal support and embrace technology to deliver legal services in the most effective way for our stakeholders. The team delivers legal support across the organisation working alongside the Group Chief Operating Office, our People & Places team as well as customer facing business areas across all Lloyds Banking Group brands. The work is varied, fast paced and will provide phenomenal insight into the operations, technology and strategy of the Group! There's lots of opportunities to get involved with innovative and groundbreaking work such as FinTech deals to grow our services, supporting cyber security initiatives to keep customers safe and working with third party suppliers to deliver tech transformation. We lead on legal advice relating to material procurement arrangements to ensure we achieve robust terms with the Group's suppliers and comply with our legal and regulatory requirements. Day to day you'll: Negotiate, draft and advise on a variety of Group-wide supplier contracts for both IT (including SaaS, Cloud and AI solutions) and operational services (such as business process outsources or professional services) Help the business resolve performance or other contractual issues arising from ongoing supplier relationships including resolving contentious matters Ensure projects align with regulatory requirements and help with horizon scanning Identify key legal risks, advise on their implications for the Group and supporting the business by providing clear, pragmatic, solution-focused advice Support the team's initiatives to provide training to our internal business partners on relevant legal topics Join the team's helpline service providing stakeholders with quick and easy access to legal support for ad hoc 'phone a friend' queries Support the effective selection and management of external legal counsel. Why Lloyds Banking Group We're on an exciting journey to transform our Group and the way we're shaping finance for good. We're focusing on the future, investing in our technologies, workplaces, and colleagues to make our Group a great place for everyone. Including you. What you'll need Must be a fully qualified lawyer with a current practising certificate for a UK jurisdiction or equivalent legal qualification. Experience of negotiating commercial contracts, outsourcing arrangements and technology agreements gained either in an established in-house legal team or a leading private practice firm. Strong commercial awareness together with a customer-focussed approach. Excellent influencing and communication skills together with a pro-active approach as you'll be required to interact with executives, deliver messages in a cohesive and simple way and build your internal network with senior leaders. And any experience of these would be really useful Experience advising clients from the financial services sector and an awareness of the regulatory requirements for outsourcing in this sector. About working for us Our ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities, and we're committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.> We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative. We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long-term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual performance-related bonus Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies If you're excited about being part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you!
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
JOB TITLE: Lawyer - Group Legal, Group Operations & Commercial Legal (FTC until 30/09/2026) SALARY: £87,552 - £97,280 LOCATION(S): Edinburgh, Chester, Halifax, Leeds, Bristol & Newport HOURS: Full Time WORKING PATTERN: Our work style is hybrid, which involves spending at least two days per week, or 40% of our time, at one of our office sites. About this opportunity This isn't just a legal job - it's a chance to work alongside forward-thinking colleagues, help drive transformation and make a real impact in an organisation providing banking services to customers and businesses across the UK. This role is for a commercial lawyer to join the Group Operations & Commercial Legal team as a fixed term employee until 30th September 2026. We're a collaborative, enthusiastic and development-focused team which strives to provide excellent inhouse legal support and embrace technology to deliver legal services in the most effective way for our stakeholders. The team delivers legal support across the organisation working alongside the Group Chief Operating Office, our People & Places team as well as customer facing business areas across all Lloyds Banking Group brands. The work is varied, fast paced and will provide phenomenal insight into the operations, technology and strategy of the Group! There's lots of opportunities to get involved with innovative and groundbreaking work such as FinTech deals to grow our services, supporting cyber security initiatives to keep customers safe and working with third party suppliers to deliver tech transformation. We lead on legal advice relating to material procurement arrangements to ensure we achieve robust terms with the Group's suppliers and comply with our legal and regulatory requirements. Day to day you'll: Negotiate, draft and advise on a variety of Group-wide supplier contracts for both IT (including SaaS, Cloud and AI solutions) and operational services (such as business process outsources or professional services) Help the business resolve performance or other contractual issues arising from ongoing supplier relationships including resolving contentious matters Ensure projects align with regulatory requirements and help with horizon scanning Identify key legal risks, advise on their implications for the Group and supporting the business by providing clear, pragmatic, solution-focused advice Support the team's initiatives to provide training to our internal business partners on relevant legal topics Join the team's helpline service providing stakeholders with quick and easy access to legal support for ad hoc 'phone a friend' queries Support the effective selection and management of external legal counsel. Why Lloyds Banking Group We're on an exciting journey to transform our Group and the way we're shaping finance for good. We're focusing on the future, investing in our technologies, workplaces, and colleagues to make our Group a great place for everyone. Including you. What you'll need Must be a fully qualified lawyer with a current practising certificate for a UK jurisdiction or equivalent legal qualification. Experience of negotiating commercial contracts, outsourcing arrangements and technology agreements gained either in an established in-house legal team or a leading private practice firm. Strong commercial awareness together with a customer-focussed approach. Excellent influencing and communication skills together with a pro-active approach as you'll be required to interact with executives, deliver messages in a cohesive and simple way and build your internal network with senior leaders. And any experience of these would be really useful Experience advising clients from the financial services sector and an awareness of the regulatory requirements for outsourcing in this sector. About working for us Our ambition is to be the leading UK business for diversity, equity and inclusion supporting our customers, colleagues and communities, and we're committed to creating an environment in which everyone can thrive, learn and develop.> We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative. We offer reasonable workplace adjustments for colleagues with disabilities, including flexibility in office attendance, location and working patterns. And, as a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee interviews for a fair and proportionate number of applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role with a disability, long-term health or neurodivergent condition through the Disability Confident Scheme. We provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process to reduce or remove barriers. Just let us know what you need. We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes: A generous pension contribution of up to 15% An annual performance-related bonus Share schemes including free shares Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies If you're excited about being part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you!
Description Join us, be part of more. We're so much more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities click apply for full job details
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Description Join us, be part of more. We're so much more than an energy company. We're a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn't rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities click apply for full job details
Legal Counsel - Technology & Operations The Legal Counsel - Technology and Operations provides legal support across a range of business activities, managing routine and moderately complex legal matters within defined areas of responsibility and practice experience. The role ensures adherence to internal legal processes and policies, delivers practical, business-focused legal advice to primarily sup click apply for full job details
Jan 04, 2026
Full time
Legal Counsel - Technology & Operations The Legal Counsel - Technology and Operations provides legal support across a range of business activities, managing routine and moderately complex legal matters within defined areas of responsibility and practice experience. The role ensures adherence to internal legal processes and policies, delivers practical, business-focused legal advice to primarily sup click apply for full job details
