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Junior Legal Counsel

London, England, GBFull-time2026-10-27 → 2026-11-10
On-site

Core

Provide exposure to a broad range of commercial matters while partnering with business leaders to manage legal risk within a global fintech environment.

Role type

Junior Legal Counsel

Builds

Legal policies, contract templates, governance documentation, and standard legal processes

Domain

Fintech / Commercial Law

Required skills

Juris Doctor (JD), LLB, or equivalent law degree; 1-3 years post qualification experience; ability to prioritize multiple matters; ability to identify, assess, and communicate legal risks

Preferred skills

Experience in commercial, corporate, financial services, fintech, or in-house legal practice

Responsibilities

Drafting legal correspondence and reviewing commercial agreements; working with senior legal counsel on large complex matters including lending, derivatives, litigation and disputes; preparing concise legal risk assessments and executive summaries; partnering with Compliance, Risk, Finance, Product, HR, and business leaders

Seniority

Junior, hands-on IC