Legal Counsel - FinTech (5+ PQE)

Legal Counsel – FinTech (5+ PQE)

We’re supporting a fast-growing FinTech company in London that is looking to hire a Legal Counsel (5+ PQE) to join their expanding legal function. This is a broad, hands-on role offering exposure to a wide range of legal areas and the chance to be part of an exciting high-growth business.

The Role

You’ll work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to provide practical, business-focused legal support. The role spans commercial, regulatory, corporate, and privacy matters, giving you the opportunity to work on diverse projects in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of commercial contracts
  • Provide day-to-day legal guidance across the business, including regulatory and compliance matters
  • Assist with product, commercial, and operational legal queries
  • Help develop internal processes, policies, and legal frameworks as the company scales

About You

  • 5+ years PQE (law firm and/or in-house)
  • Strong commercial contracts experience
  • Comfortable advising across a range of legal areas
  • Experience in technology, financial services, or a fast-paced, regulated industry is beneficial
  • Proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively with non-legal teams
  • Able to be in the London office 3–4 days per week

Why Join?

  • High-growth FinTech environment
  • Broad, varied legal workload
  • Close collaboration with leadership and product teams
  • Opportunity to shape legal operations within a scaling organisation

Job Details

Company
Forte Legal
Location
London, UK
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