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A junior lawyer within the commercial team. The team services the European, Middle East and APAC wholesale brokerage businesses of BGC, GFI, Aurel & Sunrise and the global FENICS technology businesses.
This role involves regular interaction with internal business stakeholders and management. There is a genuine global dimension to the remit as well as substantial autonomy, ownership and responsibility. The environment is fast paced with a demanding customer base therefore the role requires a person who is able to manage pressure and can commit and work to deadlines.
The contractual hours are 9 am to 6 pm but these are regarded as the minimum working hours.
For immediate start.
Key responsibilities:
* Dealing with internal stakeholders/clients and external customers and/or service providers to ensure smooth delivery of legal documentation within an orderly time scale.
* Reviewing, drafting, negotiating a wide range of agreements and providing legal advice on associated business issues. Agreement types include: IB agreements, Terms of Business, brokerage rates agreements, commission sharing and netting agreements, confidentiality agreements, licenses, services agreements, technology contracts, intra-group agreements, bank guarantees, engagement letters, clearing, custody and collateral agreements, marketing agreements, and other agreements as required.
* Providing general commercial advice.
* Assisting periodically with M&A activities, including confidentiality, due diligence, and document reviews, in collaboration with the Corporate team.
* Participating in new corporate projects, such as opening new offices, internal reorganizations, joint ventures, and advising on regulatory changes.
Skills / experience required:
* English or Commonwealth qualified lawyer with approximately 3+ years PQE.
* Experience in Financial Services is essential.
* Additional beneficial experience includes compliance, intellectual property, structured products, or derivatives, though not mandatory.
Systems used:
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and documentation management systems is preferred.
Personal attributes:
The candidate should handle a lively and busy environment maturely, build good rapport with stakeholders and colleagues, and manage competing demands effectively.
Working effectively:
* Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision;
* Confident in addressing a wide range of issues;
* Ownership of tasks and ensuring resolution within agreed timeframes;
* Highly organized, disciplined, and responsive.
Client focus:
* Understanding clients and their commercial needs;
* Collaborating closely with other departments in the front and back office.
Communication skills:
* Able to communicate effectively with the business and other departments;
* Sharing knowledge and experience with the team;
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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