Lead Commercial Lawyer(line management), Leading Financial Services Firm

Company: Taylor Root
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Location: Slough
Job Description:

The Client:


A leading financial services firm are looking for a 6+ PQE* commercial lawyer to join their legal team. Working autonomously, you will be responsible for a range of legal matters across the business.


Key Responsibilities:


Leading a lean team of lawyers, you will be responsible for the following:



  • Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including partnership agreements, supplier agreements, vendor contracts, and customer terms and conditions.

  • Assisting with privacy, employment and other matters as they arise

  • Provide assistance with maintaining the legal precedent bank; and assist with providing training to the business on new and ongoing legal and compliance issues

  • Provide support to the business on the onboarding of new clients

  • Working in multidisciplinary teams across various departments, including product development, marketing, and human resources, ensuring that all business activities comply with applicable laws and regulations.


Qualifications:



  • The ideal candidate will bea 6+ PQE* Commercial lawyer, preferably with experience in a law firm, or financial services firm.

  • Experience in the financial institution will be plus but not a strict requirement

  • Excellent contract negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

  • Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment. Strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset.


*Candidates outside this PQE range with the prerequisite experience would be considered for this role.

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Posted: September 16th, 2026