Average Lawyer salary in Surrey

We are seeking a Funds Lawyer to provide expert legal guidance and support within a global Banking Group in London for 12 months. Client Details Our client is a leading global financial services institution with a strong and well-established presence across the EMEA region. Known for its stability, collaborative culture and long-term strategic vision, the organisation combines international reach with a people focussed approach. The business is undergoing continued growth and transformation, creating opportunities to influence policy, shape best practice and support meaningful organisational change. This role sits within a respected legal function that plays a critical part in enabling the firm's strategic ambitions. Description You will: Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of funds finance, banking and insurance finance documentation, including LMA-based syndicated and bilateral facilities, NAV facilities, subscription lines and margin loans.Advise on the legal and structuring aspects of transactions, working closely with front office, credit, operations, and other internal teams.Support business units on regulatory developments and market trends impacting fund finance and related loan products.Provide pragmatic legal support in connection with customer relationships, governance matters and cross-jurisdictional queries.Participate in cross-functional projects, committees and initiatives relevant to structured finance, lending and wider business strategy.Support more general finance matters as required, including confidentiality agreements, engagement letters and other ancillary documents. Profile Qualified lawyer (2 - 15 PQE) with experience in funds finance, general banking or insurance finance gained in a reputable law firm or financial institution.Strong familiarity with standard loan documentation and fund finance structures.Is collaborative, pragmatic, and capable of working with a high level of autonomy.Has availability for a 12 month contract Job Offer Competitive daily rate up to £950 depending on candidate experienceOpportunity to work in a prestigious financial services organisation in London.12-month role providing exposure to complex and high-profile transactions.

We are seeking an experienced Employment Counsel to join a leading legal department within the financial services industry. This 12-month fixed-term contract, based in London, will involve providing expert legal support and guidance to the UK and wider EMEA business. Client Details Our client is a leading global financial services institution with a strong and well-established presence across the EMEA region. Known for its stability, collaborative culture and long-term strategic vision, the organisation combines international reach with a people-focused approach. The business is undergoing continued growth and transformation, creating opportunities to influence policy, shape best practice and support meaningful organisational change. Description As Employment Counsel, you will: Provide pragmatic, commercially focused employment advice to HR and business leaders across the UK and wider EMEA region.Support on a variety of employee relations matters including performance, conduct, grievances, dismissals, investigations and dispute resolution.Assist on any ad hoc litigious mattersDraft, review and update employment policies, contracts, and handbooks.Partner with HR on change programmes such as restructures, organisational design, integration, harmonisation and workforce transitions.Keep the organisation abreast of developments in employment legislation, risk management and best practice.Contribute to legal, HR and cross-functional projects, committees and regulatory initiatives across the region. Profile A qualified employment lawyer with experience in financial services gained in a reputable law firm and/or in-house environment.Available for an immediate start or date prior to March 01stPractical, balanced, and commercially-minded approach to legal riskCollaborative, resilient, and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-moving business. Job Offer Competitive day rate up to £980 via UmbrellaOpportunity to work within a reputable organisation in the financial services industry.Hybrid working in Central London

Job Title: Senior Lawyer (PO6) – Housing & LitigationOrganisation: Local Authority (London)IR35 Status: Inside IR35Hours: 35 hours per weekWorking Hours: 09:00 – 17:00Location: LondonStart Date: 5 January 2026End Date: 31 March 2026Pay Rates:PAYE: £26.78 per hourUmbrella/Ltd: £33.37 per hourThe RoleA London-based Local Authority is seeking an experienced Senior Lawyer (PO6) to join its Housing & Litigation Team on a temporary basis to cover a service gap.This is a senior-level opportunity requiring the postholder to manage a complex legal caseload, provide high-quality legal advice to Members and senior officers, and support the effective delivery of statutory legal services.Key ResponsibilitiesManage an extensive caseload of complex housing and litigation matters as a senior member of the teamProvide high-level legal advice to Elected Members (including Committees), senior managers, staff, and external clientsRepresent the Authority in the Magistrates’ Court, County Court, Tribunals, and Inquiries, including instructing Counsel where requiredAdvise on complex and sensitive matters with significant legal, financial, and reputational implicationsLead, supervise, and mentor junior fee earners and legal support staffAllocate and oversee workloads within the team as directed by senior managementAdvise on the legal implications of transformation and service development projectsDeputise for the Assistant Head of Legal Services when requiredEnsure compliance with relevant legislation, professional standards, and local authority policiesContribute to training, guidance, and continuous improvement within Legal ServicesEssential RequirementsQualified Solicitor, Barrister, or Legal ExecutiveSignificant post-qualification experience within housing and litigation (local authority experience highly desirable)Proven ability to manage complex caseloads and work under pressure to deadlinesExperience supervising and mentoring legal staffExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong stakeholder engagement skillsHow to ApplyRibble Recruitment is assisting the Local Authority with this appointment and is managing candidate sourcing, screening, and the initial stages of the recruitment process.To apply or request further information, please contact:Lewis Ashcroft Ribble Recruitment Email: lewis@ribblerecruitment .com