Senior Vice President, Counsel - Markets

BNY Mellon; London; On-site; GBP 200,000 +; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm is seeking a dynamic lawyer for its EMEA Legal Department's Markets Legal team. The role requires a qualified solicitor or barrister with over 6 years of PQE experience. Responsibilities include providing legal coverage for trading businesses, advising on product innovation, and managing contract negotiations. This position is based in London or Manchester and offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible wellbeing programs

Generous paid leave including volunteer time

Qualifications

• 6+ years PQE experience in relevant legal fields.
• Experience in a leading law firm or financial institution.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements in finance.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal coverage to trading business.
• Support new client business and strategic goals.
• Draft and review contract negotiations.
• Advise business on product innovation.
• Stay ahead of legal developments.

Skills

Legal advisory skills

Contract negotiation

Understanding of fixed income

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Qualified solicitor or barrister

Job description

Overview

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators and champions of inclusion, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

Role

We’re seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic lawyer to join our EMEA Legal Department as Counsel in our Markets Legal team supporting our Execution Services client platform which encompass our Global Markets Trading and Buy Side Trading Solutions.

This role is based in the United Kingdom (London or Manchester).

Responsibilities

• Provide primary legal coverage to our FX, Fixed Income & Equities sales and trading business and support resource needs across our Execution Services client platform.
• Support new client business and execution of strategic goals through the provision of practical and commercial legal advice and solutions.
• Draft, review and conclude contract negotiations efficiently with clients and third parties.
• Advise and support business in product innovation and change program in line with law & regulation
• Stay ahead of legal and regulatory developments to support the business in managing legal and regulatory risks effectively
• Collaborate actively across legal department and functions to support firm wide initiatives and client mandates.
• Actively participate in knowledge sharing and support legal department wide initiatives.

Requirements

• A qualified solicitor or barrister of 6+ years PQE with relevant experience gained from a leading law firm or financial institution
• Sound understanding of fixed income, equities or derivatives products and application of key regulatory requirements
• Strong legal (advisory, drafting, negotiations) skills and attention to detail
• Able to work under pressure and manage competing priorities and expectations
• Commercial, practical and flexible attitude
• Collaborative and a strong communicator
• Curious, adaptable, and committed to continuous learning and growth

Rewards and additional information

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at:

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Here’s a few of our recent awards:

• America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025
• “Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.