Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel

5 days ago


London Area, United Kingdom Barker Morris Legal Search Full time

Senior Legal Counsel – UK FinTech (Part-Time)


Location: Central London (Hybrid Working Available)


A leading FinTech, established in 2011, is seeking an experienced Senior Legal Counsel to join its team on a part-time basis (3–4 days per week). This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping the organisation’s legal and compliance framework while supporting its merchant acquiring and payments services.


Role Overview:

Reporting directly to the Chief Risk Officer (CRO), you will:

  • Be part of the organisation’s legal function, working independently to provide strategic and practical advice.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate a range of agreements, including vendor contracts, operational agreements, and sales agreements.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance across payment flows and provide expert guidance on data protection and financial services regulations.
  • Support the business’s acquiring operations, helping to facilitate smooth payment processes for merchants and customers.


Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 5+ years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in financial services or a related field.
  • A strong regulatory law, with the ability to work autonomously.
  • A proactive and detail-oriented approach, with the drive to make a tangible impact.


Key Details:

  • Flexible working pattern of 3–4 days per week, with hybrid arrangements.
  • Office base in Central London.
  • Competitive package


If you are an experienced lawyer looking for a part-time role with influence and responsibility in the FinTech space, we would love to hear from you.


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