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Senior Counsel

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Rabobank

21d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Legal
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You have in-house legal experience in banking, understanding UK regulations, legal strategy, business acumen, and strong analytical skills to anticipate risks.
  • You will provide legal support in Europe, manage legal risks, oversee transactions and litigation, and coordinate legal reporting for business units.

Requirements

  • Proven experience as an in-house legal counsel in a banking & financial services environment
  • Experience in UK Regulatory matters desirable
  • Excellent broad legal and working knowledge of the business areas involved
  • In-depth understanding of how legal issues affect organisations
  • Ability to develop legal strategy and objectives
  • Be well versed in how business operates with financial acumen
  • Business facing approach and ability to adapt to current and future reorganisation / changes to work
  • Excellent judgment, analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to anticipate legal issues or risks

Responsibilities

  • We are seeking an experienced qualified Lawyer to provide comprehensive legal support to Rabobank UK and its relevant business units within Region Europe Africa & Asia and to liaise with external counsel as required.
  • The Europe, Africa & Asia legal team is responsible (inter-alia) for managing legal risk for the region, including the provision of legal support to offices in Europe including organising legal transactional, infrastructure and litigation support; the management of legal risks of the offices in Europe; and coordinating legal reporting to management for business units in Europe.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Senior Counsel position?

Candidates must be an experienced qualified Lawyer, preferably with proven experience as an in-house legal counsel in a banking and financial services environment.

Is experience in UK Regulatory matters necessary for this role?

While it's desirable, it is not strictly required; however, having a solid understanding of UK Regulatory matters is advantageous.

What are the main responsibilities of the Senior Counsel?

The Senior Counsel is responsible for providing comprehensive legal support to Rabobank UK, managing legal risk for the Europe, Africa & Asia region, and coordinating legal reporting to management.

What personal attributes are sought for this position?

Ideal candidates should have absolute integrity, strong interpersonal skills, the ability to manage conflict, and a customer-focused mindset.

What is the company's stance on work-life balance?

Rabobank offers flexible working arrangements, allowing employees to work a minimum of 40-60% of their week in the London office while also providing remote work opportunities.

What benefits are provided for the Senior Counsel role?

Benefits include a competitive salary, discretionary annual bonus, 28 days' holiday, pension scheme, private medical insurance, lifestyle benefits, and salary sacrifice schemes.

How does Rabobank promote career development?

Rabobank is committed to providing employees with opportunities to develop their skills and progress their careers within the Bank.

Is Assertiveness a required skill for the Senior Counsel position?

Yes, candidates should possess assertiveness with the ability to challenge others constructively.

What kind of company culture does Rabobank strive to create?

Rabobank embraces diversity and aims to create an inclusive work culture that fosters trust and respect, allowing everyone to bring their unique selves to work.

How does Rabobank ensure employee well-being?

Rabobank offers a range of health benefits, including private medical insurance and regular health screening checks, to ensure employee well-being.

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Finance
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10,001+
Employees
1972
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A. is a full-range financial services provider that operates on cooperative principles. Its origins lie in the local loan cooperatives that were founded in the Netherlands nearly 110 years ago by enterprising people who had virtually no access to the capital market. Rabobank Group is comprised of independent local Rabobanks plus Rabobank Nederland, their umbrella organisation, and a number of specialist subsidiaries. Overall, Rabobank Group has approximately 61,100 employees (in FTEs), who serve about 10 million customers in 47 countries.