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LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • Legal
  • Johannesburg
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You need 4+ years in law, financial regulation experience preferred, strong communication and contract skills, project management abilities, and great interpersonal skills for collaboration.
  • You will provide legal advice, draft and negotiate agreements, support litigation and compliance efforts, and collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure regulatory adherence and process improvements.

Requirements

  • 4+ years’ experience at a reputable law firm / inhouse legal team.
  • Experience in the field of financial regulation is desirable.
  • Willingness to develop knowledge of current and developing legal issues, the regulatory environment and trends in Markets and develop a good understanding of the Markets business.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong contract negotiation and drafting abilities, with the ability to understand and simplify complex concepts and issues.
  • Excellent planning, organisational, analytical and decision-making skills, ability to handle projects.
  • Strong skills to work both collaboratively and independently.
  • Sound administrative and time management skills, with sharp attention to detail.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and capability to build strong, trusted and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders across different functions and cultures; judgement, tact and discretion when dealing with people and issues.

Responsibilities

  • Supporting the business with a wide range of legal advice across all jurisdictions, becoming a subject matter expert and go-to person for all sales team enquiries.
  • Collaborating with senior lawyers on strategic and corporate initiatives, and regulatory analysis.
  • Drafting and negotiating agreements with customers, vendors, partners and other third parties, including data licenses, software and intellectual property licenses, intercompany and outsourcing agreements and other commercial agreements.
  • Support on litigation, regulatory and trading venue disciplinary matters and complaints from market participants.
  • Coordinating and working with outside counsel and managed legal services, acting as a point of escalation for legal issues.
  • Responsible for maintaining, updating and revising contract template agreements, rule books and supporting process improvement and automation within the Legal team.
  • Working closely with Compliance, implementing internal controls, policies and procedures to increase efficiencies and assure compliance with applicable laws and regulations, corporate policies and ethical standards.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Senior Legal Counsel.

Where is the location for this role?

The role is based in Johannesburg.

Who will the Senior Legal Counsel report to?

The Senior Legal Counsel will report to a senior Markets counsel based in London.

How many years of experience are required for this position?

A minimum of 4+ years of experience at a reputable law firm or in an in-house legal team is required.

Is experience in financial regulation necessary for this role?

Experience in the field of financial regulation is desirable but not mandatory.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Senior Legal Counsel?

The primary responsibilities include providing legal advice across jurisdictions, drafting and negotiating agreements, supporting on litigation and regulatory matters, and collaborating with senior lawyers on strategic initiatives.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this role?

Yes, there are opportunities for professional development, including a 90 Day Sales On-Boarding Program, e-learning platforms, and quarterly connect sessions to ensure goal achievement.

What benefits are offered to employees?

LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days, and wellbeing initiatives.

Does LSEG support a diverse and inclusive workforce?

Yes, LSEG is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and has various Inclusion Networks to promote belonging.

What are the values that underpin LSEG’s culture?

The values are Integrity, Partnership, Excellence, and Change.

How does LSEG approach employee wellbeing?

LSEG promotes a hybrid working model, supports physical and mental health, provides access to private medical healthcare, a corporate pension plan, and wellness allowances.

Is there room for growth within the company?

Yes, there are numerous opportunities for growth and advancement within the company as LSEG encourages new ideas and development.

What type of agreements will the Senior Legal Counsel be drafting and negotiating?

The Senior Legal Counsel will draft and negotiate agreements such as data licenses, software and intellectual property licenses, intercompany and outsourcing agreements, and other commercial agreements.

How does LSEG ensure compliance with laws and regulations?

LSEG collaborates closely with Compliance to implement internal controls, policies, and procedures that ensure adherence to applicable laws and corporate policies.

Can you tell me about the company’s commitment to social responsibility?

LSEG provides two volunteer days a year to employees to help make a positive impact in their communities, along with matched fundraising opportunities.

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LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)

Finance
Industry
10,001+
Employees

Mission & Purpose

LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a diversified international markets infrastructure business —earning our clients’ trust for over 300 years. That legacy of customer-focused excellence ensures that you can rely on our expertise in capital formation, intellectual property and risk and balance sheet management. As global leaders in financial indexing, benchmarking and analytic services, we offer unrivalled access to international capital markets. Our high-performance technology solutions enable companies worldwide to access funds for growth and development. And with our Data & Analytics, Capital Markets and Post Trade divisions, we provide a comprehensive, integrated suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services that help our customers pursue—and achieve—their ambitions. You can count on our open access model for unparalleled partnership, flexibility, stability, and support across all of our businesses. That’s how we make a difference— ensuring people can meet their potential—worldwide.