Legal Counsel

We are partnering with a Series B, RegTech and advisory business on the appointment of its first dedicated Legal Counsel hire.

The business operates across two core service lines:

• A rapidly scaling SaaS platform focused on regulatory reporting and diagnostics within financial services
• A boutique consulting and advisory practice supporting firms across operational resilience, risk, compliance, and regulatory change

This is a newly created, standalone legal position offering broad exposure across both the technology and consulting sides of the business. The successful individual will act as the key in-house legal voice and business partner, working closely with the Co-Founders and senior leadership team.

The OpportunityThis role would suit a commercially minded lawyer who enjoys autonomy, can operate independently, and is comfortable working in a fast-paced scaling environment without significant handholding.
You will be responsible for:

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of commercial agreements
• Supporting SaaS contracting and technology-related matters
• Advising on consulting agreements, statements of work, and strategic partnerships
• Acting as an escalation point for contractual and legal risk matters
• Supporting the ongoing development and modernisation of legal documentation and processes
• Partnering closely with operational and commercial stakeholders across the business

The position offers genuine breadth and visibility, with regular interaction with the Co-CEOs and leadership team.

Candidate Profile

• Approximately 4–5 years’ PQE
• Strong commercial contracts background gained either in-house or in private practice
• Experience within SaaS, technology, FinTech, consulting, or other fast-paced environments is highly desirable
• Comfortable working autonomously in a standalone legal role
• Commercially pragmatic with strong stakeholder management skills
• Able to balance legal risk with operational realities
• Academic background from a well-regarded university preferred

Additional Information

• Hybrid model: 4 days in office / 1 day WFH
• Flexible hours with core collaboration hours of approximately 9:30am–4:30pm
• Private medical insurance (AXA)
• Life assurance
• Pension
• YellowNest childcare scheme
• Strong long-term growth trajectory and career potential

For a confidential discussion and further information, please get in touch directly.