General Counsel - Investments

General Counsel | FS – InvestmentsA UK based, FCA regulated brokerage is looking for a General Counsel who will be responsible for general corporate and commercial matters, as well as the implementation of FCA regulatory driven policies alongside the Company\’s UK CEO and the Compliance team.ResponsibilitiesOffer counsel on wide-ranging legal issues and advise executives within the companyWork alongside other departments across the company, including HR, Security, Compliance, Product, and EngineeringNegotiate, draft, and execute commercial agreements with technology partners and vendorsAdvise on contract status, legal risks, and the legal liabilities associated with commercial transactionsResearching and anticipating legal issues that could impact the companyQualificationsLaw degree from a leading university and admitted to the SRAStrong experience advising and/or working for broker-dealers and understanding of UK related securities laws is requiredExperience working with regulators or for a regulated business is a plusStrong interpersonal and presentation skills, ability to communicate effectively with others at all levels of the organisationStrong negotiating skills with both legal and financial/commercial issuesAbility to work independently with little or no supervision but be a team player with a great attitude #J-18808-Ljbffr