Our global brokerage firm has an opportunity for a full-time, in-house lawyer in the Chicago Loop. The incumbent will be assisting the division in many legal, regulatory and business areas. The ideal candidate for this position has a background working in a financial services firm or regulator, is knowledgeable about exchange traded and OTC products, and is comfortable working independently in a fast paced and dynamic workplace.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drafting and negotiating customer OTC, ISDA, Repo and RIA agreements
- Legal work arising from implementing new business lines and supporting existing businesses
- Dealing with important legal matters relating to a range of corporate governance, employment, banking, IP, litigation, regulatory inquiries and other matters
- Interacting with operations units and providing legally sound, actionable information and advice to senior level executives
- Reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts with exchanges, clearing houses, banks, suppliers and other third parties
- Documenting legal operations and regulatory driven policies and procedures
- Representing the company at exchanges and in court on appropriate level matters
- Assisting the review of regulatory developments affecting the company
- Participating in or leading internal inquiries
- Liaising with external lawyers where required
- Carry out projects within the Legal and Compliance departments as they arise
- The Company may require you to carry out other duties from time to time
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills – oral and written
- Strong work ethic and keen to work as part of a team
- 4-6 years legal experience preferred
- Licensed to practice law in at least one U.S. state
OTHER INFORMATION
- In-house experience at a financial services firm or regulator highly preferred
- Some travel may be required
- Company will not provide visa sponsorship for this position