In-house Regulatory Lawyer

Hybrid in Manchester·Added 2 days ago (last checked 27 Oct)

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Michael Page UK

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Our summary

Salary: £105,000 a year
About £5,870 a month after tax.
Work mode: Hybrid, Manchester
Contract: Permanent
Experience: 5+ years

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What you'll get

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a market-leading financial services business offering exposure to high-profile payments and regulatory matters. Alongside a competitive salary of circa £105,000, you'll benefit from flexible working from Manchester, comprehensive wellbeing support, excellent pension and healthcare offerings, ongoing professional development and the opportunity to work alongside some of the most experienced legal professionals in the sector. The organisation is committed to career progression and provides genuine opportunities to develop your expertise in one of the fastest-evolving areas of financial services law.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a In-house Regulatory Lawyer / Payments Regulatory Lawyer to join a leading global banking organisation in the North West. Working as part of a highly regarded legal team, you'll provide strategic regulatory advice on payments and card products while partnering with senior stakeholders across a complex and evolving business.

Join a global bank shaping the future of payments
High-profile regulatory work with genuine career growth

What you'll do

The In-house Regulatory Lawyer will be:

Providing legal and regulatory advice relating to payments, cards and wider consumer finance products.
Advising on the interpretation and application of PSD2, FCA rules and Consumer Credit Act requirements.
Supporting product development teams on the launch and enhancement of payment solutions.
Working closely with compliance, risk and business stakeholders to manage regulatory change initiatives.
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating legal documentation while ensuring ongoing regulatory compliance.

The Successful Applicant

The In-house Regulatory Lawyer should be:

A solicitor or equivalent with ideally 5+ years' PQE.
Experienced in advising on payments regulation within a financial services environment.
Possessing strong knowledge of PSD2, FCA regulations and the Consumer Credit Act.
Comfortable managing stakeholder relationships across legal, compliance and commercial teams.
Commercially minded with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
Able to work effectively within a large, complex and fast-paced organisation.

About Michael Page UK

Michael Page is a recruitment agency that connects businesses with job seekers, offering services ranging from experienced professional hiring to executive search, scaled recruitment and outsourcing solutions. The company operates globally, with more than 100 offices across 34 countries.

Its teams blend market insights, data and advanced technology to deliver hiring outcomes, and it also publishes career advice and salary guides for job seekers.

Industry: Staffing

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About the company & team

Our client is a globally recognised financial institution with a reputation for innovation, operational excellence and responsible banking. With a strong focus on employee development, diversity and flexible working, the organisation offers the opportunity to work on impactful projects that shape the future of financial services. Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, exposure to international matters and clear opportunities for career progression within a highly respected legal function. The organisation is also known for investing heavily in professional development, wellbeing initiatives and flexible working arrangements.

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