Financial Services

Legal Officer m/f/d – In-House Counsel

Salary Negotiable
Contract Permanent
Sector Legal
Location Frankfurt am Main, Germany
Start date ASAP

Description

A global financial services firm seeks an experienced Legal Officer (in-house generalist) to support its growing Legal team. This role provides legal advice across capital markets, FinTech regulatory topics, technology, contracts, IP matters, and regulatory compliance.

Your tasks

  • Advise senior management on diverse legal matters (contracts, tech partnerships, IP protection)

  • Ensure compliance with financial regulations (MiFID II, EMIR, FCA rules)

  • Draft and negotiate contractual terms with clients, partners, and vendors

  • Support regulatory audits and inquiries; liaise with supervisory authorities

  • Monitor evolving legislative and regulatory changes and update stakeholders accordingly

Your profile

  • German qualified lawyer (2nd State Exam) or equivalent

  • several years of in-house or law firm experience in financial services, banking, fintech

  • Strong understanding of contract law, regulatory frameworks, and capital market operations

  • Excellent communication in English & German

Your benefits

  • Central Frankfurt location with hybrid flexibility

  • Competitive salary + benefits

  • Opportunity to work cross-functionally with Compliance, Risk & Product teams

  • Personal career growth and mentorship

  • Diverse, collaborative team culture

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Legal Officer m/f/d – In-House Counsel

Salary Negotiable
Contract Permanent
Sector Legal
Location
Start date ASAP