An established international challenger bank with a strong emerging markets focus is seeking a talented Banking & Finance Lawyer (5-10 PQE) to join its expanding legal function. This permanent, hybrid position offers broad exposure to high‑value transactional work across the bank's specialist product areas. This role sits at the heart of a dynamic, purpose‑driven financial institution involved in innovative payment, FX and trade‑related solutions for global clients. Description

Advise on a broad range of banking transactions, including FX and derivatives documentation. Support structuring, drafting and negotiation of trading agreements (e.g., ISDAs and ancillary documentation). Provide legal guidance on relevant regulatory frameworks, with particular value placed on knowledge of EMIR, prudential requirements and other cross‑border regulatory obligations. Support trade finance and working capital products. Manage external counsel where required and collaborate with internal business partners to support strategic initiatives. Participate in legal risk assessment, policy development and process improvement across the legal function.

Profile

Qualified lawyer with approximately 5-10 years' post‑qualification experience in banking and finance. Familiarity with regulatory regimes including EMIR (or willingness to deepen expertise). Banking, trade finance or emerging markets experience advantageous but not essential. Able to work autonomously in a small, high‑performing legal team. Commercial, solutions‑focused, and comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders.

Job Offer

Competitive salary & benefits. A truly broad and varied workload in a bank with international reach. Mission‑driven environment with excellent exposure to senior leadership.

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