Solicitor, Global Transaction and Payment Services - Legal / Tax / Insurance - London, United Kingdom

Job Description

Societe Generale, one of Europes leading financial services groups, is seeking a Solicitor for their Global Transactions and Payment Services team in London, England. With over 131,000 staff in 62 countries, Societe Generale supports 26 million clientsevery day and combines financial strength, proven expertise in innovation, and a sustainable growth strategy to create value for all stakeholders. As an equal opportunities employer, Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and promoting all talents, regardlessof their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organization, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination. Responsibilities: • Provide legal advice and support to the Global Transactions and Payment Services team • Draft, review, and negotiate a range of legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and policies • Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements • Manage external legal counsel and provide guidance on legal matters • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify legal risks and provide solutions • Stay up-to-date with changes in laws and regulations that may impact the business Profile requiredRequirements: • Qualified solicitor with at least 5 years of experience in commercial law • Experience in financial services, particularly in global transactions and payment services • Strong knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements in the UK and Europe • Excellent drafting and negotiation skills • Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously • Strong communication and interpersonal skills Benefits: • Competitive salary and benefits package • Opportunities for career development and growth • Dynamic and collaborative work environment • Commitment to diversity and inclusion Why join usPeople join for the impact they can have on us. They stay for the impact we have on them. A flatter structure offers visibility and exposure beyond that of our competitors, so you know our names, and we know yours. Its personable, human, and inspires successthrough passion. By encouraging open mindedness and a willingness to share ideas, we have adapted to market changes and thrived through innovation. Bringing words like "hard work" and "dedication" together with "community" and "respect" has enabled us to workcollaboratively and build our future together. We call this Team Spirit and its what makes us different. Its what makes you different. Business insightIf you feel you have the required experience and qualifications, then please apply to the SG Resourcing Team, and we will manage your application. At Société Générale, we believe our people are our strength and are core to the success of our business. As such,we search for, recruit and appoint the best available person on the basis of aptitude and ability, regardless of sex, marital or civil partnership status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, pregnancy, disability, age, sexual orientation,religion, belief or gender identity. We are an equal opportunities employer and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and promoting all talents, regardless of their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organisation, or any othercharacteristic that could be subject to discrimination. Reference: 23000RYCEntity: SG CIBStarting date: 2023/12/11Publication date: 2023/10/10