Senior Legal Counsel

Fry & Brown; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial markets infrastructure company in London seeks an experienced lawyer to join their global legal team. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years PQE, preferably in financial services, with strong regulatory expertise. This dynamic role involves advising on innovative projects and working closely with various jurisdictions. This is an opportunity to engage in high-quality work with significant exposure to senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years’ PQE in financial services.
• Experience in trade repository, settlements, or clearing preferred.
• Financial services regulatory experience will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Support the international trade repository business.
• Advise on documentation and strategic decision-making.
• Work closely with commercial counterparts across jurisdictions.

Skills

Collaborative approach

Pro-active mindset

Strong background in financial services

Education

UK qualified lawyer

Job description

Our client is an American financial markets infrastructure company with a growing presence in London.

A vacancy has arisen for a lawyer with a collaborative approach to join the well regarded global legal team. Supporting the international trade repository business you will work closely with lawyers and your commercial counterparts across various jurisdictions advising on documentation, innovative projects and strategic decision-making. Fully integrated into the business, this is a fast-paced role offering you high quality work and considerable exposure to senior stakeholders.

With at least 7 years’ PQE you will be a UK qualified lawyer with a strong background in financial services. While previous trade repository, settlements and/or clearing experience would be preferred, experienced financial services regulatory lawyers with a pro‑active approach and a desire to expand their skill set will also be seriously considered.

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic business which is at the forefront of innovation within financial markets.

For more information and a confidential discussion please contact Jane Fry on 020 3 743 0697 or [e-mail]