Corporate Governance Counsel

3 weeks ago


Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom Trinnovo Group | B Corp™ Full time

Job Title: Corporate Governance Counsel

Location: Birmingham

Overview: A prominent challenger bank is in search of a seasoned legal professional with expertise in corporate governance to assist the General Counsel and the broader organization in fulfilling commercial objectives while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.

Your role will involve providing counsel to the board on matters of corporate law, governance, strategic initiatives, and corporate secretarial practices, as well as supporting internal stakeholders across various legal issues.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Demonstrated experience as a company secretary.
  • Familiarity with banking products and a background in the corporate banking sector, ideally within the Challenger space.
  • Knowledge of privacy and employment regulations.
  • Qualified solicitor or barrister with a minimum of 3 years PQE.
  • Proven ability to influence and provide guidance across multiple departments.
  • Qualifications in company secretarial or governance are advantageous but not essential.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Provide strategic advice to the board and senior management regarding their responsibilities and regulatory duties.
  • Facilitate effective board operations and ensure seamless information flow within the board and its committees.
  • Oversee compliance with relevant codes, legal standards, and statutory obligations.
  • Stay informed on legislative developments and implement necessary adjustments.
  • Manage daily company operations efficiently.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
  • Advise on legal aspects related to commercial contracts, employment, privacy, corporate matters, and taxation.
  • Develop and maintain standardized contract templates.
  • Implement and revise policies within risk and compliance frameworks.
  • Deliver legal training throughout the organization.
  • Support broader initiatives and projects within the bank.

Competencies Required:

  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Strong analytical abilities


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