In-House Banking Legal Counsel

Our client is a well-established financial services organisation that provides a range of consumer and commercial finance solutions and operates within a regulated environment. The organisation is part of a large international group and works closely with multiple business units across its operations.

The company is seeking to appoint a Legal Counsel to join its legal function, operating within a shared services model and supporting a broad range of business activities.

Job Description

The successful candidate will provide pragmatic, commercially focused legal advice across a wide range of legal and regulatory matters. The role involves working closely with business stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor, and supporting the organisation in achieving its commercial objectives while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Key areas of responsibility include:

• Financial services regulation
• Consumer dispute resolution
• Competition law
• Data protection and privacy
• Anti-money laundering and financial crime compliance
• Commercial contracts
• Employment law matters

The role requires a solution-focused approach and the ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, practical business guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice across a broad range of legal and regulatory matters, escalating issues where appropriate.
• Advise on financial regulation, consumer credit, anti-money laundering and associated regulatory requirements.
• Act as a primary legal contact for commercial contract matters, including drafting, negotiation and ongoing contract management, working alongside procurement teams.
• Manage customer claims and related legal matters.
• Supervise and support trainee solicitors where applicable.
• Monitor regulatory developments and conduct impact assessments to ensure business readiness for upcoming changes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the legal function.
• Manage and coordinate employment-related legal matters.
• Instruct and manage external legal advisors.

Key Requirements

• Qualified Lawyer (Ireland or UK) wit h 3+ years' banking experience.
• Previous in-house experience desireable
• Experience in financial services regulation essential, including consumer credit and AML/CTF frameworks.
• Working knowledge of data protection and privacy legislation.
• Ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly and commercially.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent organisational and prioritisation abilities, with experience working in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative approach with the ability to work independently where required.