Small businesses are the backbone of the economy, and we’re here to help them win. We’ve built a platform that uses clever data to get them the funding they need in minutes, not weeks.
At Funding Circle, we have the restless energy of a fintech start-up with the stability of a public company. It’s a unique mix that gives Circlers the autonomy to take ownership and the scale to make an impact that truly counts.
We’re a high-performing team that chooses to lift each other up. We challenge, we champion, and we have each other’s backs - because we know that when we stand together, we move faster and build better.
The impact is real: Last year alone, the businesses on our platform generated £7.2bn for the UK economy 📈 Come and join a mission that matters!
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The role ⚡📍 London (Hybrid) | 🤝 3 days in the office | 💰 Competitive Salary + Benefits
You’ll make a real difference for our customers and your team from day one. We believe the fastest way to grow is by doing, so we give you the ownership to run with things and see real-time results.
Take conduct of complex litigation cases, from ensuring compliance with the pre-action protocol, issuing proceedings to obtaining judgment and enforcing as necessary on behalf of FCL investors.
Drafting and negotiating security documents, such as charges and deeds of priority, and settlement agreements.
Managing a large caseload and managing costs and recovery of costs.
Assisting with administrative duties relating to case management.
Liaising with external panel firms with regard to issues and cases.
Assisting with developing internal team training.
We value deep expertise, but a growth mindset and good energy are what really make our team click. We’re a group that chooses to lift each other up and think smart every day.
2 - 4 year post qualification Solicitor with Financial Litigation experience.
Have excellent academics.
Enjoy getting into the detail of issues without getting lost in them.
Have excellent communication skills and be able to advise confidently and succinctly.
Be highly organised with strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail.
Have a ‘can do’ attitude demonstrated by a track record of getting things done.
Be a team player and someone who can take on responsibility and work independently.
Be able to prioritise commitments and a varied workload.
Be compassionate, grounded, logical and be able to follow through on difficult decisions
We’re building a place where everyone truly feels they belong. Even if your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we'd still love to hear from you.
Why join us? 💜We back you to build an incredible career and by joining us, you'll be part of one of The Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For 2026! As a flexible-first employer, we use a "best of both" approach. We’ll see you in our London office to collaborate – with barista coffee and subsidised Just Eat lunches on us!
Our Circler Proposition focuses on five areas:
Flexibility: We provide a benefit allowance you can tailor to your own life and family.
Health: This includes private medical and dental, health assessments, and access to a digital GP.
Wealth: We offer life assurance, share schemes, and financial coaching.
Development: You get a dedicated annual learning allowance to help you level up.
Lifestyle: We have electric car and cycle-to-work schemes, plus season ticket loans.
We also have award-winning parental leave policies. We're here to support you through the big life moments, from fertility treatments to new additions to the family.
Ready to join a mission that matters? We’d love to chat!Skills Required
- 2-4 years post-qualification Solicitor (PQE) with Financial Litigation experience
- Experience conducting litigation from pre-action protocol through issuing proceedings, obtaining judgment and enforcement
- Experience drafting and negotiating security documents, charges, deeds of priority and settlement agreements
- Excellent academics
- Excellent communication skills; ability to advise confidently and succinctly
- Highly organised with strong problem-solving skills and excellent attention to detail
- Proven 'can do' attitude with track record of getting things done
- Ability to work independently, take responsibility and be a team player
- Ability to prioritise commitments and manage a varied workload
- Compassionate, grounded, logical and able to follow through on difficult decisions
What We Do
Over the past ten years, Funding Circle has built a machine learning and technology platform that is changing the way small businesses access the financing they need to grow. Business owners can complete a loan application and receive a decision in a matter of minutes, enabling them to get funding quickly at an affordable rate. When small businesses succeed, they create jobs, support local communities, and drive the economy forward - that’s why we care about helping them win. To us, nothing is more important.
Why Work With Us
The traditional banking system is broken, so we’re building a better one. We’ve never been ones for the status quo. We believe in questioning convention, experimenting, innovating, and finding a better way. We believe in those made to do more, and that includes our employees. We seek and hire the best by providing great benefits, perks, and pay.
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