Legal Counsel

Company: Barclay Simpson
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Location: London
Job Description:

My client are a boutique bank looking to hire a legal counsel for a period of maternity cover in London.

The role is will have a strong lending element and any experience in emerging markets/trade finance work will be highly beneficial.

The PQE indication for the position is c.3-8 years. This experience could have been accrued in-house, in private practice or through and mixture of both.

The role is London based and will see you be part of a small collegiate team.

We are looking for a strong candidate who is available on a short notice (ideally 1 month or under).

Although the role will last 10-12 months in principle there is a strong appetite to hire this role on a permanent basis if the candidate is successful.

Please reach out if you’d like to discuss further.

Posted: May 23rd, 2026