General Counsel - Fintech & Global Growth Leader

Pave Bank; Greater London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading programmable business bank in Greater London seeks a General Counsel to lead its legal function and shape the company's global strategy. This high-impact, hands-on position requires a qualified lawyer with over 6 years of experience in digital banking or financial institutions. The role involves managing legal matters, providing strategic counsel, and developing compliance frameworks. The firm offers the opportunity to influence key business decisions and grow a high-performing legal team.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape legal frameworks

Collaboration with top fintech founders

Strategic role in global scaling

Qualifications

• 6+ years' experience at leading law firms or financial institutions is required.
• Experience in cross-border regulatory environments and global financial operations is a plus.
• Proven experience in digital banking, payments, or digital assets is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Legal department, managing all corporate, commercial, and regulatory legal matters.
• Provide strategic counsel on governance and regulatory compliance.
• Oversee regulatory compliance programs including licensing and payments regulations.

Skills

Digital banking

Legal strategy

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

A leading programmable business bank in Greater London seeks a General Counsel to lead its legal function and shape the company's global strategy. This high-impact, hands-on position requires a qualified lawyer with over 6 years of experience in digital banking or financial institutions. The role involves managing legal matters, providing strategic counsel, and developing compliance frameworks. The firm offers the opportunity to influence key business decisions and grow a high-performing legal team.