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This role is for a Legal Consultant specializing in financial services, with 1-4 years of PQE. The consultant will provide legal support across business lines, including regulatory compliance and contract drafting. The position offers flexibility in work location (remote, onsite, or hybrid) and is part of Axiom's on-demand legal talent platform. The company emphasizes diversity and inclusion, with competitive compensation and benefits.
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Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my interest in the Legal Consultant - Financial Services position. With three years of post-qualification experience in financial services law, I have developed expertise in regulatory compliance and contract drafting. I have a proven track record of providing commercially tailored legal advice and building strong stakeholder relationships.
I am particularly drawn to Axiom's flexible work model and commitment to diversity. I am eager to bring my skills to a dynamic team and contribute to high-quality legal support for clients. Thank you for considering my application.
Sample interview questions
I have advised clients on compliance with regulations such as Dodd-Frank and MiFID II. I helped a client implement new reporting requirements, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
I start by understanding the business objectives and risk profile. I then draft clear terms, negotiate key points, and ensure alignment with regulatory standards.
While supporting two business lines simultaneously, I prioritized urgent matters and communicated timelines effectively. Regular check-ins ensured all parties were updated and satisfied.
I subscribe to regulatory updates, attend webinars, and participate in professional networks. I also conduct periodic training sessions for colleagues.
I value the flexibility and variety of work at Axiom. It allows me to work with top-tier clients while maintaining a better work-life balance. I also appreciate the inclusive culture.
We are currently seeking for Legal Consultants – Financial Services to join us and provide long-term support to our clients in financial services sector:
- 1-4 years PQE with financial services experience
- Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships with stakeholders, with a view of providing commercially tailored advice.
The responsibilities for this role will include:
- Provide legal support across various business lines, including legal / regulatory legal support and contract drafting / reviewing
- Provide legal and compliance support on new products / services launches
- Assist on legal tasks on an ad hoc basis
Compensation, Benefits & Working Location:
This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes health benefits, CPF/MPF contributions and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiom provides the opportunity to work remotely, onsite or hybrid, depending on client requirements.
Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today’s business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.
Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversity is core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom’s legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation.
Learn more about life at Axiom.
World-class clients – our global presence provides direct access to opportunities with leading companies, including F100 organizations, allowing you to roadmap your career with exciting and challenging work.
Flexibility – we work with you to achieve the highest level of flexibility – in the way that you define it. Whether you prefer remote work, a greater breadth of exposure, or even more personal time – we present you with opportunities that help you reach these goals.
A dedicated talent team – we put in the effort to make sure your experience is nothing short of exceptional. You will be assigned a dedicated talent partner that oversees your journey with us from when you join Axiom, to starting your first engagement, and all future engagements!
Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment.
We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.
Accommodation for Individuals with Disabilities: Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Axiom will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities who require an accommodation to participate in each stage of the recruitment process. To request an accommodation to complete the application form, please contact us at benefits@axiomlaw.com and include “Applicant Accommodation” in the subject line.
Axiom respects your privacy. For an explanation of the kind of information we collect about you and how it is used, our full privacy notice is available here. Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work. By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge.
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