Job Description
ATFX is seeking an experienced, Spanish-speaking lawyer to support our institutional FX business. You’ll advise on legal and regulatory matters, draft and negotiate institutional agreements, and ensure compliance across cross-border operations.
Responsibilities:
* Advise on legal and regulatory matters impacting institutional FX trading, including MiFID II, EMIR, and ESMA requirements.
* Draft, review, and negotiate institutional agreements, ISDA documentation, prime brokerage contracts, and liquidity provider arrangements.
* Support onboarding processes for institutional clients, ensuring AML/KYC compliance and adherence to regulatory frameworks.
* Monitor regulatory developments in Spanish-speaking jurisdictions and assess impact on institutional operations.
* Collaborate with risk, compliance, and trading teams to mitigate legal risks in high-value transactions.
* Manage relationships with external counsel and regulatory authorities for complex cross-border matters.
What We’re Looking For:
1. Qualified lawyer with admission to practice law in a relevant jurisdiction.
2. Fluent in Spanish and English (written and spoken).
3. Minimum 3-5 years of experience in financial services law, focusing on institutional FX, derivatives, or capital markets.
4. Strong underst...