Executive Director, Senior Counsel - Legal

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution is seeking an Executive Director, Senior Counsel to provide legal services within the Alternative Solutions Group based in London. This role involves advising on legal matters, negotiating agreements, and ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering relationships with stakeholders and industry peers.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years post-call experience, in-house experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of banking laws and cross-border legal issues.
• Experience negotiating with institutional counterparties across jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Support the ASG in fulfilling its legal mandate.
• Provide legal support for cross-border transactions.
• Advise on business strategies, legal risks, and compliance.

Skills

Analytical Thinking

Business Negotiations

Contract Management

Compliance

Regulatory Guidance

Education

Qualified to practice law in Ontario, New York, England & Wales, or the EU

Job description

Executive Director, Senior Counsel - Legal

Apply locations London, GBR | time type Full time | posted on Posted 2 Days Ago | time left to apply End Date: July 21, 2025 (20 days left to apply) | job requisition id 2515450

We’re building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing what’s right for our clients.

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STRATEGIC BUSINESS UNIT DESCRIPTION

The Administration Division includes Legal, Corporate Secretary, Complaints Management, Environmental, Social and Governance, Government Relations, Internal Audit, and Transformation & Operational Excellence.

Legal provides independent legal advice, transactional, regulatory, and litigation support to help CIBC meet its goals and manage legal outcomes across all business lines globally. Its mandate includes advocacy, informing business decisions, governance, and efficiency.

JOB PURPOSE

This role supports CIBC’s Alternative Solutions Group (ASG), part of CIBC Capital Markets’ Global Markets, providing legal services outside Canada. The position involves advising on legal matters, negotiating agreements, and overseeing external counsel.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Support the ASG in fulfilling its legal mandate.
• Provide legal support for cross-border transactions and regulatory guidance, potentially based in Toronto, New York, or London.
• Partner with legal teams to ensure consistency and proper risk management.
• Support regional governance and engagement with stakeholders.
• Advise on business strategies, legal risks, and compliance.
• Monitor legal and regulatory changes and identify new opportunities or risks.
• Ensure operational solutions meet legal and regulatory requirements.
• Support product development and legal review of transactions and new services.

CROSS-FUNCTIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Regular contact with management, industry peers, and local counsel to discuss legal issues, regulations, and best practices.

COMPLIANCE AND DECISION RIGHTS

Adhere to CIBC policies and standards. Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

• Qualified to practice law in Ontario, New York, England & Wales, or the EU.
• 5-8 years post-call experience, in-house experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of banking laws, regulations, and cross-border legal issues.
• Experience negotiating with institutional counterparties across jurisdictions.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and influential skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS

This role operates within a normal office environment.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• CIBC is committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodation is available upon request.
• You must be legally eligible to work at the specified location(s).

Job Location: 150 Cheapside, London, UK

Employment Type: Regular

Weekly Hours: 35

Skills include: Analytical Thinking, Business Negotiations, Contract Management, Compliance, Regulatory Guidance, etc.

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