A well-established international challenger bank is seeking an adaptable Interim Banking & Finance Lawyer to support a wide range of legal matters across its diverse product set including FX, derivatives, and trade finance. This role suits someone who enjoys varied, hands-on work and thrives in an environment where no two days look the same.





Client Details


A specialist international challenger bank focussed on emerging markets, offering payments, FX, trade-related solutions and bespoke financial services to global corporates, NGOs and government-linked organisations. The organisation combines modern technology with deep market expertise, operating within a highly collaborative culture and maintaining a strong commitment to responsible, transparent and sustainable banking practices.


Description
*Provide legal support on a broad range of banking and finance transactions, including FX, derivatives and trade-related matters.
*Draft, negotiate and review trading documentation (e.g., ISDA and ancillary agreements).
*Advise on ongoing regulatory obligations relevant to the bank’s activities (EMIR knowledge beneficial).
*Support business teams with ad-hoc queries, project work and urgent issues as they arise, covering anything from contractual questions to policy reviews.
*Assist with external counsel management and internal stakeholder engagement across risk, compliance, operations and commercial teams.
Profile


*Qualified lawyer with solid banking & finance experience - FX or Derivatives is essential
*Comfortable working across wide-ranging workstreams in a fast-moving environment.
*Trade finance exposure is ideal but not essential.
*Available to join the role within a month


Job Offer


*A high-variety role in London on a hybrid working basis
*Opportunity to contribute across transactions, regulatory matters and business operations.
*Competitive daily rate and exposure to senior decision-makers.