Job Title: Associate Vice President (AVP) - Regulatory Lawyer, Consumer Credit
Location: London, UK
About the Role:
An established financial institution is seeking a talented Regulatory Lawyer with expertise in consumer credit to join their dynamic legal team in London. This is a key role providing strategic legal advice to senior stakeholders, contributing to product development, and ensuring regulatory compliance across consumer credit agreements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver expert legal advice on consumer credit matters, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks and internal policies.
- Support product development teams by identifying and mitigating legal risks associated with new and existing consumer credit products.
- Collaborate with senior stakeholders across various business units to provide practical and commercially focused legal guidance.
- Draft, review, and negotiate documentation related to consumer credit agreements and other financial products.
- Monitor changes in relevant laws and regulations, providing proactive advice to ensure the organisation's continued compliance.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years' experience in consumer credit law, preferably within the legal department of a bank or financial institution.
- Proven track record of delivering legal advice in a banking or financial services context, with an understanding of the UK regulatory environment.
- Strong experience supporting product development and innovation in financial products.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders and influence decision-making.
- Comprehensive knowledge of consumer credit agreements and associated regulatory requirements.
