Legal Counsel Asset Servicing

Our client is a leading Global Banking Group seeking a Legal Counsel to join their market leading Global Asset Servicing business in London or Manchester

There will be the opportunity to gain exposure to a wide range of areas including: fund management, technology, digital assets ( crypto and tokenized assets), global outsourcing, custody, trusts and safekeeping, securities lending, FX etc

Key Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate a variety of contracts and other related agreements, supported by the wider legal team.
• Work closely with business colleagues in evaluating and supporting the implementation of new technologies and business strategies.

Candidate Profile

• A qualified lawyer
• Experience of Outsourcing / Commercial / Procurement contracts within financial services or private practice
• Transactional experience and contract drafting and negotiation
• Experience of other aspects of Custody / Collateral / Digital Assets would be a plus

The bank offers flexible working with 4 days / week in the office with a wide range of on-site benefits and amenities