Start: ASAP | Contract Length: 6 months

We're supporting a global financial institution with the appointment of an interim Legal Counsel to join their Technology, Operations & Procurement legal team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an interim tech-savvy commercial lawyer to step into a high-impact role supporting business-critical IT and transformation projects. You’ll be advising across a broad portfolio of third-party service, procurement, and technology agreements, working closely with the business, Procurement, IT Security, and stakeholders across EMEA and beyond.

Key responsibilities include:

• Drafting, reviewing and negotiating ICT and outsourcing contracts (cloud, SaaS, software licensing, cyber security, managed services etc.)
• Supporting compliance with UK/EBA outsourcing guidelines and EU DORA requirements
• Advising on supplier disputes, regulatory risk and data protection
• Collaborating on global legal initiatives and supporting internal playbook development
• Liaising with colleagues in Tokyo and the Americas on international contracting matters

About you:

• Qualified lawyer with 5–7+ years' experience
• Strong background in tech and commercial contracting, ideally in regulated environments
• Confident advising on complex cross-border deals and emerging areas like AI regulation and operational resilience
• Able to work independently with stakeholders across the business

This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative legal team at a time of exciting change and digital transformation.