Interim Legal Counsel in City of London

Job description

We're working with a leading global financial institution looking to appoint an Assistant Legal Counsel to join their EMEA legal team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an interim junior lawyer (c. 1–2 years' PQE) looking to deepen their experience in financial services regulation within a supportive, international environment.

What you’ll be doing:

• Advising on a broad mix of regulatory matters including MiFID, EMIR, GDPR, competition law, cross-border issues, investigations, and litigation.
• Supporting senior lawyers on legal risk and regulatory projects impacting the EMEA business.
• Assisting with the development of legal policies, procedures, standard documentation, and training.
• Working closely with internal stakeholders across various jurisdictions, including Head Office.

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified lawyer (common law jurisdiction) with up to 2 years’ PQE from private practice or in-house (financial services preferred).
• A strong interest in financial regulation, with some exposure to relevant rules and frameworks.
• Proactive, collaborative, and keen to develop within a fast-paced, high-calibre legal team.
• Experience with litigation and/or regulatory investigations is a bonus.

This is an excellent role for someone looking to grow their regulatory expertise in a complex, multinational business with a collegial and inclusive culture.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

09-07-2025

Profession type

Accountancy

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English