General Legal Counsel / Lawyer

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We're partnering with a Bank in their search for an UK Legal VP to support their team and contribute to their financial strategy. This is a 3 months temporary role offering hybrid working and based in London. This role is paying up to £(Apply online only) per Day Umbrella for the right candidate.

The Role Join the IS UKMEA Legal Team as a lead advisor supporting a high-growth business. You will manage the legal life cycle of complex financial services-from drafting custody and outsourcing agreements to navigating global regulatory shifts.

Key Responsibilities

Negotiate & Draft: Lead on high-value service contracts (Fund Accounting, Analytics, Middle Office) for top-tier asset managers and insurance clients.
Strategy: Advise on new product launches, jurisdictional expansions, and strategic M&A/Heads of Terms.
Partner: Act as a key liaison for senior stakeholders in Risk, Compliance, and Business Development.
Manage: Oversee external counsel and collaborate with global legal counterparts.

What You Bring

8+ years PQE with a City law firm or major in-house background.
Expertise in financial services, commercial outsourcing, or M&A.
Mindset: A "can-do," solution-oriented approach with the ability to simplify complex legal issues for executive stakeholders.

Randstad Financial & Professional encourage applications from individuals of all ages & backgrounds. Appointment will be made on merit alone but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK. Randstad Financial & Professional acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment & an employment business for temporary recruitment as defined by the Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Business Regulations 2003
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Location:
London
Salary:
£550 - £600 /day
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Accounting/Financial/Insurance

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