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VP Retail and Private Banking Lawyer

Birmingham Permanent £95,000 - £120,000 per year View Job Description
A global financial services organisation is seeking a Retail and Private Banking Lawyer to join its in-house legal team in Birmingham. This is a senior advisory role supporting retail and private banking products, regulatory change and risk management. You'll work closely with business, compliance and risk stakeholders on high-profile matters.
  • Senior in-house banking role at a global institution
  • Competitive package with complex, high-impact advisory work

About Our Client

The client is a leading global banking institution with a strong UK presence and an established in-house legal function. Known for its investment in people, diversity and professional development, the organisation offers a collaborative and forward-thinking culture. Employees benefit from exposure to complex, market-leading work, strong governance frameworks and a genuine focus on work-life balance and long-term careers within financial services.

Job Description

The Retail and Private Banking Lawyer will be:



  • Advising on legal and regulatory risk across retail and private banking products and services


  • Drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex banking documentation and agreements


  • Supporting product launches, regulatory change initiatives and compliance matters


  • Working closely with business, compliance and risk teams to mitigate legal exposure


  • Contributing to governance frameworks and risk-management strategy within retail and private banking

The Successful Applicant

The Retail and Private Banking Lawyer should be:



  • A solicitor or equivalent with significant PQE gained in retail or private banking


  • Experienced in UK banking regulation and regulatory risk management


  • Comfortable drafting and negotiating complex financial services documentation


  • Able to provide pragmatic, commercial advice to senior business stakeholders


  • Confident operating within a large, regulated financial services environment

What's on Offer

This permanent role offers a salary of up to £120,000 alongside a comprehensive benefits package typical of a global bank, including bonus potential, pension, private healthcare and flexible working. You'll gain exposure to complex, high-value work with clear career progression opportunities within a well-resourced in-house legal team. This is more than just a job-it's a long-term career opportunity at the forefront of retail and private banking.

If you're an experienced Retail and Private Banking Lawyer, apply now or contact Sam Muller for more information.

Contact
Sam Muller
Quote job ref
JN-122025-6905128
Phone number
+44 121 634 6944

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Banking & Finance - In House
Sector
Financial Services
Location
Birmingham
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Sam Muller
Consultant phone
+44 121 634 6944
Job reference
JN-122025-6905128