In-house Regulatory Lawyer

Manchester Permanent £85,000 - £105,000 per year View Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a In-house Regulatory Lawyer / Payments Regulatory Lawyer to join a leading global banking organisation in the North West. Working as part of a highly regarded legal team, you'll provide strategic regulatory advice on payments and card products while partnering with senior stakeholders across a complex and evolving business.
  • Join a global bank shaping the future of payments
  • High-profile regulatory work with genuine career growth

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognised financial institution with a reputation for innovation, operational excellence and responsible banking. With a strong focus on employee development, diversity and flexible working, the organisation offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape the future of financial services. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, exposure to international matters and clear opportunities for career progression within a highly respected legal function. The organisation is also known for investing heavily in professional development, wellbeing initiatives and flexible working arrangements.

Job Description

The In-house Regulatory Lawyer will be:

  • Providing legal and regulatory advice relating to payments, cards and wider consumer finance products.
  • Advising on the interpretation and application of PSD2, FCA rules and Consumer Credit Act requirements.
  • Supporting product development teams on the launch and enhancement of payment solutions.
  • Working closely with compliance, risk and business stakeholders to manage regulatory change initiatives.
  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating legal documentation while ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance.

The Successful Applicant

The In-house Regulatory Lawyer should be:

  • A solicitor or equivalent with ideally 5+ years' PQE.
  • Experienced in advising on payments regulation within a financial services environment.
  • Possessing strong knowledge of PSD2, FCA regulations and the Consumer Credit Act.
  • Comfortable managing stakeholder relationships across legal, compliance and commercial teams.
  • Commercially minded with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
  • Able to work effectively within a large, complex and fast-paced organisation.

What's on Offer

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading financial services business offering exposure to high-profile payments and regulatory matters. Alongside a competitive salary of circa £105,000, you'll benefit from flexible working from Manchester, comprehensive wellbeing support, excellent pension and healthcare offerings, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced legal professionals in the sector. The organisation is committed to career progression and provides genuine opportunities to develop your expertise in one of the fastest-evolving areas of financial services law.

Contact
Lucy Martin
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7131710
Phone number
+447812680116

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Banking & Finance - In House
Sector
Financial Services
Where
Manchester
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lucy Martin
Consultant phone
+447812680116
Job reference
JN-102026-7131710