Legal Counsel

We are looking for a In House Legal Counsel to join our team Legal Counsel (Hybrid) OUR VALUES Collaborative, Enabling, Inclusive, Straightforward, Integrity Unity is a bank with a difference. For over 40 years, Unity has supported businesses, communities and organisations that share its values in wanting to contribute to positive economic, social and environmental change. We operate throughout the UK, with offices in Birmingham, London and Manchester. With the appointment of a new CEO comes the renewed purpose to help create a better society, not just maximise profit. Unity’s focus on its customers, employees, and the communities it serves is what sets it apart and allows it to deliver on the bank’s ‘Double Bottom Line’ strategy through community growth, health and welfare and ED&I. THE ROLE We are looking for a qualified Solicitor, Barrister or F.ILEX with 5 years of PQE experience. To give pragmatic and timely legal advice whilst supporting the legal and operational requirements of the Bank. Review existing material contracts and significant contracts to ensure compliance with Operational resilience requirements. To identify and address any regulatory gaps. Support key stakeholders manage Third Party Risks Draft, review, negotiate and advise on Third Party and Customer agreements. Develop and implement legal policies. ABOUT YOU Experience with supporting MLRO on investigation and reporting. Knowledge of working with a risk management system. Strong understanding of PRA and FCA rules are desirable. A working knowledge of the banking sector is also desirable. We are looking for someone with an ability recognise and deal with legal issues whilst collaborating with stakeholders and thinking outside the box. Skilled in legal research and confident to showcase and advise the wider team. WHAT’S ON OFFER? Competitive salary complemented by a comprehensive benefits package. You will benefit from a Hybrid working environment which gives balance to office working and remote work. Birmingham city centre host a multitude of benefits including easy transport links, vibrant area and you will also benefit from discounted parking in local carparks. NEXT STEPS Your Unity journey starts once you submit your application. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition Team will review your details and will arrange a phone consultation if your skills match our role. For mutually suitable candidates we will extend the invite to join us the for the interview process. This will be a 2 stage process with a mix of remote and face to face interviews. Our Talent team can support you with being your best, authentic self so if you have any requirements or need additional assistance please contact us on: recruitmentunity.co.uk