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Senior Employment Counsel | Leading UK Digital Bank | Confidential Search A fast-growing, purpose-led digital bank is looking for a Senior Employment Lawyer to join its in-house legal team. This is a rare opportunity to take a lead employment law role within a well-regarded, FCA-regulated financial services business that has scaled rapidly. The role: You'll advise across the full employee lifecycle: from hiring, reward and executive service agreements to grievances, disciplinaries and settlement agreements, while owning employment-related regulatory matters, including the Senior Managers & Certification Regime (SMCR) and the FCA's Code of Conduct.
You'll also support international projects linked to the group's technology licensing business, working alongside external counsel across multiple jurisdictions. What we're looking for: 6+ PQE gained at a law firm and/or in-house, with strong technical employment law expertise. Experience of banking or financial services is preferred, along with familiarity with SMCR, conduct and remuneration-related regulatory issues.
This role offers genuine influence, a seat close to the business, and the chance to shape employment strategy at one of the UK's most talked-about fintech success stories. Flexible working is available. To apply for the role, please click the link or contact James Franklin at The Danos Group for a confidential discussion.