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Financial Services Lawyer

Axiom Talent Platform, City of Westminster

Financial Services Lawyer

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Axiom Talent Platform, City of Westminster

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Remote working

Posted today, 24 Dec | Get your application in now to be one of the first to apply.

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: baf5b2d8db164af1b4f684e18bcd6872

Full Job Description

  • Advising clients on legal regulatory and compliance issues across a broad range of areas.
  • Implementing legal and regulatory change projects, including the development of template agreements and negotiation guidelines.
  • Advising on regulations which may include MiFID II, UCITS V, AIFMD, CASS, CRD IV, EMIR, Dodd Frank, DGSD, FSMA, RDR, CCP clearing, CCA, Payment Services Directive, Market Abuse Directive, the Volcker Rule and FATCA.
  • Drafting and maintenance of internal policies to ensure firm compliance and for implementation of regulatory changes.
  • Working with regulators internationally e.g., FCA, SEC, AMF, CSSF, CBI, BaFin and with industry bodies to respond to consultation papers.
  • Assisting the business team in the establishment of new product offerings and setting out the regulatory and legal framework for distribution of structured products and alternative investments., Employment with Axiom may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.
    • By submitting an application, you acknowledge that all information contained therein, and provided at any part of the application process, is correct and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

  • Good academic credentials and post-qualification experience.
  • In-house legal experience is preferred (directly, or as a secondee)
  • Strong commercial understanding, and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • You must have the right to work and be eligible to practice as a lawyer in the UK.

    Axiom is the global leader in high-calibre, on-demand legal talent. Covering North America, the UK, Europe, and APAC, we enable legal departments to drive efficiency and growth and meet the demands of today's business landscape with best in breed alterative legal services.
    • Axiom is a leader in diversity, inclusion, and social engagement. Diversityis core to our values and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are proud to be named a best place to work for LGBTQ+ Equality, earning top marks in the 2021 Corporate Equality Index for the second consecutive year. Axiom's legal department is Mansfield certified and is committed to considering at least 50% diverse candidates for leadership roles and outside counsel representation. Learn more about working at Axiom. Equal Opportunity Employer: Axiom ensures equal employment opportunity in recruitment and employment, without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, nationality, national or ethnic origin, religious creed or belief, political opinion, sex, gender reassignment, pregnancy or maternity, age, disability, alienage or citizenship status, marital (or civil or other partnership recognized by law) status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, sexual orientation, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Axiom prohibits and will not tolerate any such discrimination or harassment. We understand that many legal professionals have chosen to adopt the consultancy model, and we are happy to discuss this option with you. We offer both consultants and employees the opportunity to work with our enviable client roster. Contact us in complete confidence to find out more about opportunities to work with Axiom as an employee or consultant.

    This role offers a highly competitive compensation and benefits package in the alternative legal services marketplace, that includes health benefits, pension and more. Axiomites also get access to professional development resources and learning and development programs. Axiomites predominately work remotely, with the exception that some clients require on-site presence.

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