Legal Counsel - Equities

Montresor Legal; London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading global investment bank is seeking a part-time Legal Counsel to join its Equities Legal team in London. This role focuses on structured products and offers flexible working arrangements, ideal for experienced legal professionals seeking a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• 5+ years PQE in relevant legal fields.
• Experience with structured products, derivatives, or capital markets essential.
• Strong understanding of financial regulations such as MiFID II and EMIR.

Responsibilities

• Draft and review issuance documentation, such as Final Terms and Pricing Supplements.
• Advise on regulatory and disclosure matters for structured products.
• Support Prime Brokerage documentation, including ISDAs and GMRAs.

Skills

Financial Regulation

Structured Products

Derivatives

Education

Qualified Solicitor (England & Wales)

Job description

Job Description

Legal Counsel – Structured Products & Prime Services (Part-Time, Job Share)

London (Hybrid) | ASAP Start | 3 Days/Week | 6-Month Contract (Extendable)

We’re working with a leading global investment bank seeking a part-time Legal Counsel to join its Equities Legal team. This is a job share role (3 days/week), supporting Structured Notes, QIS, Prime Services, and Research.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Draft and review issuance documentation (Final Terms, Pricing Supplements)

• Advise on regulatory and disclosure matters for structured products

• Support Prime Brokerage documentation (ISDAs, GMRAs, margin lending)

• Provide legal input on research content (MiFID II, MAR compliance)

• Apply key financial regulations (MiFID II, EMIR, PRIIPs, MAR, Consumer Duty)

• Collaborate with structuring, research, and distribution teams

• Coordinate with your job-share counterpart to ensure seamless coverage

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified solicitor (England & Wales or equivalent), 5+ years’ PQE

• Experience in structured products, derivatives, or capital markets

• Strong understanding of financial regulation (MiFID II, EMIR, etc.)

• Background in a financial institution or top-tier law firm preferred

A great opportunity for a legal professional looking for flexible working within a globally respected institution.