Head of Legal EMEA

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an experienced corporate counsel to lead a critical EMEA and APAC legal team in London. This pivotal role involves providing legal support on trading matters, negotiating commercial agreements, and interpreting new regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong in-house background in technology-driven financial services, with expertise in data protection and the latest EU regulations. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment where your legal expertise will be crucial for business success.

Qualifications

• 6-12 years of PQE with an in-house track record.
• Experience in technology-driven financial or legal services.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal support to senior management in EU and APAC.
• Negotiate and review commercial agreements and trading matters.

Skills

Corporate Law

Regulatory Compliance

Contract Negotiation

Data Protection

Education

Qualified Lawyer in England & Wales/Scotland or EU

Job description

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Our Client, a global, technology driven HFT, is looking for an experienced corporate counsel to run a business critical EMEA and APAC team. The role will be based in London.

Responsibilities:

• Providing legal support and advice to local senior management and Group General Counsel on relevant legal issues for EU and APAC jurisdictions.
• Assisting and dealing with trading matters e.g. reviewing trading agreements and liaising with relevant counterparties when appropriate
• Negotiating and reviewing commercial agreements such as data agreements, service agreements and terms of business
• Interpretation and advise on new regulatory requirements.
• Assisting with new projects - in particular DORA and the EU AI Act
• Broader commercial and employment matters as required.

Requirements:

• 6-12 Years PQE
• In-house track record in a technology driven financial services or legal services firm
• SME across a broad corporate mandate - including data protection, DORA and the latest EU AI rulings
• Available to start at short notice
• Candidates must speak fluent English
• Must be qualified in the UK (England & Wales/Scotland) or European Union