Our global brokerage firm has an opportunity for a full-time, in-house Junior Legal Officer at the Chicago Loop location. The incumbent will be a recent graduate with an interest in financial services and corporate governance. The candidate will have opportunities to be engaged in all aspects of the legal department starting in a supporting role with opportunity to advance as skills develop. The ideal candidate for this position is highly organized, with excellent writing skills, a strong work ethic, exceptional problem-solving skills and is comfortable working in a fast paced and dynamic workplace.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining contract and matter management databases, carrying out due diligence on new suppliers, approval of supplier invoices

• Assisting with the review, negotiation and execution of commercial agreements;

• Assisting with the drafting of and issuing pro forma documentation for new products, businesses and activities;

• Negotiating and arranging for execution of confidentiality agreements;

• Research into regulatory developments affecting the company and reporting/advising on regulatory developments;

• Assisting with intellectual property issues including ensuring appropriate registration of patents, trademarks and domain names worldwide;

• Ongoing updating and monitoring of website, internet and other disclaimers;

• Assisting on dispute resolution matters, including litigation, and maintaining litigation and complaints schedule;

• Assisting other team members in the Group Legal department and the Group Compliance;

• Working collaboratively with other operational departments

Position Requirements

• Advanced skill with Microsoft Office suite, especially Outlook, Word and Excel

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills – oral and written

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy

• Excellent time management skills and ability to work to strict deadlines

• Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state

Other Information

• Internship/experience at a financial regulator (CFTC, SEC, etc) or exchange preferred

• Some travel may be required

• Company will not provide visa sponsorship for this position