General Counsel - Investments

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK brokerage firm is seeking a General Counsel to manage corporate and commercial matters, aligning with FCA regulations alongside the CEO and Compliance team. The ideal candidate will hold a law degree, be SRA-admitted, and possess strong negotiation and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include advising on legal issues, drafting agreements, and researching potential legal impacts. This role offers a unique opportunity to work within a dynamic regulatory environment.

Qualifications

• Admitted to the SRA.
• Experience advising or working for broker-dealers with knowledge of UK securities laws.
• Experience working with regulators or regulated businesses is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Offer counsel on wide-ranging legal issues and advise executives within the company.
• Negotiate, draft, and execute commercial agreements with technology partners and vendors.
• Research and anticipate legal issues that could impact the company.

Skills

Advising on legal issues

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Presentation skills

Education

Law degree from a leading university

Job description

General Counsel - Investments

General Counsel | FS - Investments

A UK based, FCA regulated brokerage is looking for a General Counsel who will be responsible for general corporate and commercial matters, as well as the implementation of FCA regulatory driven policies alongside the Company's UK CEO and the Compliance team.

Responsibilities

• Offer counsel on wide-ranging legal issues and advise executives within the company
• Work alongside other departments across the company, including HR, Security, Compliance, Product, and Engineering
• Negotiate, draft, and execute commercial agreements with technology partners and vendors
• Advise on contract status, legal risks, and the legal liabilities associated with commercial transactions
• Researching and anticipating legal issues that could impact the company

Qualifications

• Law degree from a leading university and admitted to the SRA
• Strong experience advising and / or working for broker-dealers and understanding of UK related securities laws is required
• Experience working with regulators or for a regulated business is a plus
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organisation
• Strong negotiating skills with both legal and financial / commercial issues
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision but be a team player with a great attitude