Senior Legal Counsel

London Stock Exchange; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

London Stock Exchange seeks a business lawyer to act as the trusted legal partner for Data & Analytics across the Americas. You will advise on AI governance, data licensing, and multi-jurisdictional contracting while coordinating with senior leaders and compliance professionals.

Successful candidates will have a US law degree, NY Bar preferred, and a track record of handling strategic, high-stakes negotiations in an international environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified to practice law in the US (NY Bar preferred).
• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with cross-border exposure.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal and regulatory support to sales, product and leadership teams across the Americas.
• Guide content, data, licensing, and data privacy considerations in product-led transformation.
• Coordinate with stakeholders on contract discussions, licensing frameworks, and eCommerce frameworks.

Skills

US Bar

Education

Law degree

Job description

• Support product-led transformation initiatives for Legal & Compliance function in Americas
• Provide legal and regulatory support to the sales, product, and business leadership teams in Americas
• Guide the collection, usage, and licensing of content, data, and news, and respond to legal inquiries that may relate to disputes, regulatory and/or compliance considerations, intellectual property, and privacy matters
• Support Head of Legal, D&A Americas and business partners drive D&A’s divisional strategic objectives (DSO) in particular on potential and actual risks and legal exposure, collaborate with specialist lawyers and Compliance professionals, and implement internal controls to assure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, corporate policies, and ethical standards
• Coordinate with team members on product and business advisory to support organizational transformation, including product launches and AI-related licensing framework
• Collaborate with other functions to facilitate engagement with our Top 250 accounts and partners on commercial and contract dialogues. Tasks include commercial and licensing framework review, customer and partner driven dialogues and integrations, drive consistency across account types, and on eCommerce framework
• Identify ways to improve processes for product lifecycle management. compliance with contract terms, coordinate matters handled by outside counsel and legal service providers, collaborate with the wider Legal and Compliance function and other business partners, maintain and revise contract template agreements, and support the integration of acquired companies
• This is an outstanding opportunity to play a pivotal role in shaping our product-led strategy. You will be at the forefront of driving innovation and influencing key decisions that directly impact our products, services, and strategic direction
• You’ll collaborate with senior leaders, contribute your expertise to high-profile projects, and see the tangible results of your work reflected across the business. If you’re seeking a role where your insights and abilities truly make a difference—and where you can develop your career in a dynamic international environment!

Are you a business lawyer with a flair for solving challenges and delivering solutions? Join us as the trusted legal advisory partner to our Data & Analytics (D&A) business across the Americas region!Success in providing legal guidance on ad-hoc and strategy-led projects e.g. Artificial Intelligence (AI) related governance framework, including LSEG’s Responsible AI principles and AI Intake/Huddle processes or eCommerce and digital contracting, including data sales on technology marketplaces or B2C strategySharp attention to detail, the ability to independently handle projects and deadlines, and excellent interpersonal skills to build strong, trusted, and effective working relationships with key internal and external customers across different functions and culturesThrives in a fast-paced international environment, and excel at building bridges and enjoy making a tangible impactOutstanding knowledge of multi-jurisdictional contracting requirements and have broad experience and success in partnering with senior stakeholders in complex contract negotiation, particularly with our Americas based Key Strategic Accounts, and our LSEG Data Access construct and contracting framework. Excellent ability to articulate legal concepts clearly and concisely, excellent planning, organizational, analytical, and decision-making skillsQualified to practice in the US (NY Bar preferred) and have a law degree from an accredited law school