Senior Counsel, Global Exchange Data Licensing

ICE Clear Europe Limited; New York (NY); On-site; USD 210,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) seeks an Associate General Counsel to act as the primary legal partner for ICE's global proprietary exchange data business from NY. The role reports to the Deputy General Counsel and offers exposure to the GC, C-suite and SVP leaders.

The attorney will lead commercial licensing, navigate multiple regulatory regimes, and advise on emerging areas in digital assets and AI-driven legal operations.

Qualifications

• JD or equivalent legal qualification with bar admission in NY or relevant jurisdiction.
• 8–12+ years of legal experience focused on commercial licensing, financial products, or capital markets.
• Proven track record in drafting and negotiating complex commercial license agreements (data, product, and software).
• Experience advising senior executives in fast-paced, high-stakes environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead as lead counsel for all commercial license transactions supporting ICE's data business.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage product licenses for exchange traded products and data feeds.
• Advise on software license agreements for technology platforms and delivery infrastructure.
• Structure and execute complex, multi‑party licensing arrangements with exchanges, vendors, clients and partners.
• Provide regulatory counsel on CFTC, FCA, ESMA, and SEC frameworks across jurisdictions.

Skills

Commercial Licensing

Regulatory Compliance

Contract Negotiation

Leadership

Cross-Border

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) seeks an Associate General Counsel to act as the primary legal partner for ICE's global proprietary exchange data business from NY. The role reports to the Deputy General Counsel and offers exposure to the GC, C-suite and SVP leaders.

The attorney will lead commercial licensing, navigate multiple regulatory regimes, and advise on emerging areas in digital assets and AI-driven legal operations.