As the Head of Legal (Commercial), you will be responsible for:
- Managing and developing a team of Legal professionals, ensuring high standards of performance and compliance
- Advising on a wide range of Legal matters, including commercial contracts, procurement, outsourcing, M&A projects, and regulatory issues
- Liaising with external counsel, regulators, and stakeholders, representing the building society's interests and reputation
- Developing and implementing legal policies, procedures, and best practices, ensuring alignment with the building society's vision, values, and objectives
- Keeping abreast of relevant legal developments and trends, providing proactive and timely guidance and training to the business
- Deputising for the General Counsel, where required representing on the Executive committee
- to be a UK qualified solicitor with at least 10 years of post-qualification experience, preferably in the Financial Services sector
- possess Broad ranging commercial contracts, outsourcing and procurement experience, ideally with knowledge of the EBA requirements.
- have a proven track record of leading and managing a legal team, delivering high-quality and cost-effective legal services
- demonstrate excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
- have a strategic and commercial mindset, with the ability to balance legal risks and business opportunities
Please note: this project will conclude quickly, so if you might be interested please do get in contact without delay.
BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.