Associate

Fox Williams is a dynamic and expanding 32 partner City law firm with a clear strategic vision. With around 80 lawyers, and an impressive FS sector client base we provide an outstanding professional service imbued with practical common sense. We adhere to a strong set of core values and strive for a healthy work / life balance in an environment that really is collegiate and enjoyable to work in.

Our four partner regulatory practice works closely with our thriving corporate, commercial, FinTech and employment law departments and has grown to be one of the best outside the Magic Circle. We advise on a very broad range of complex issues including regulatory capital, and the curing of capital breaches; “bet the bank” responses to regulatory challenge; and “management actions” when a business is in difficulty. Three of our partners held positions at the FSA, giving us a unique insight into the issues our clients face.

The opportunity

The expanding high quality workload has now led to an opportunity for a lawyer with at least 4 years’ experience. As a key member of a small team at the heart of the firm, you will work closely with the head of our advisory FS Regulatory Practice and you will have the opportunity to develop your expertise advising a wide range of international clients.

Ideally, you will have experience advising clients from across the market, although you may be working at one of the regulators, or in industry now. Our clients include investment and payment services businesses; alternative investment funds; peer-to-peer lenders; crowdfunding platforms; (re)insurers and brokers.

With us you’ll find that your pro-active mindset, the ability to work independently and as part of a team, and your willingness to take ownership are highly valued and rewarded. There will be plenty of opportunity to further develop your career by getting involved and being supported in substantial business development initiatives, and the prospects on offer are outstanding.