Yolk Recruitment Ltd
General Counsel
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General Counsel | Financial Services
Cardiff Office/ Hybrid Working
We are supporting the executive search for an experienced General Counsel on behalf of a well-established UK financial services organisation.
This is a Board-facing leadership opportunity for an exceptional legal professional with significant experience operating within UK regulated financial services.
To be considered, you must have:
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- Qualified Solicitor or Barrister (England & Wales) with significant post-qualification experience.
- Extensive senior in-house legal experience within banking, building societies, or financial institutions.
- Strong knowledge of PRA, FCA, SM&CR, and Consumer Duty.
- Experience advising Boards and Executive Committees on complex legal, governance, and strategic matters.
- A proven track record of leading legal support through organisational transformation.
- Strong corporate governance experience. Company Secretariat experience is advantageous.
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If your background aligns with the above, please submit your CV in confidence for consideration or contact Nicole Smith - Managing Consultant.
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