VP Consumer Credit

Barclays UK Legal seeks a VP Consumer Credit Lawyer in Glasgow (hybrid). You will support consumer lending products across Barclaycard and Barclayloan, contributing to legal risk management and new product development. You’ll work with a friendly, experienced team and advise on regulatory requirements to enable strategic partnerships. This role offers a competitive package and opportunities to influence consumer credit compliance and product strategy.

• bonus
• pension
• discounted financial products
• competitive salary
• hybrid working in Glasgow
• benefits package

• Advise on consumer lending products (POS finance, loans, credit cards, overdrafts) and associated legal risks
• Provide legal risk management across consumer credit activities in Barclays UK
• Support new product development and strategic partnerships from a legal perspective
• Liaise with senior business stakeholders to ensure regulatory compliance and informed decision-making
• Monitor and respond to changes in CONC, Consumer Credit Act, Consumer Rights Act, Payment Services Regulations and FCA Handbook (Consumer Duty)
• Collaborate within a team of lawyers to deliver timely legal guidance and risk mitigation
• Assist with governance, policy development, and training on regulatory requirements

• Qualified lawyer/solicitor
• Experience in private practice or in-house finance legal team
• Experience advising senior business stakeholders on consumer credit law (CONC, Consumer Credit Act) and related regulations
• Ability to stay updated on legal changes and FCA guidance
• Strong technical understanding of a heavily regulated environment and proactive risk management
• Self-motivated with commitment to learning and development

• Self-motivated
• Proactive risk mindset
• Ability to work with senior stakeholders
• Knowledge of CONC and Consumer Credit Act
• Familiarity with Consumer Rights Act, Payment Services Regulations, FCA Handbook (Consumer Duty)
• Regulatory risk assessment and management