About the role

Assist the Clearance & Collateral Management business in providing legal and regulatory advice
Serve as key legal advisor on significant business transactions, regulatory and corporate projects, strategic initiatives, joint ventures and other collaboration arrangements
Provide legal advice in connection with product development, including drafting, reviewing and negotiation of associated documentation
Provide advice on digital and technology solutions developed by the Clearance & Collateral Management business
Negotiate legal agreements and develop and update templates for these products
Work closely with Compliance, Credit and Risk partners and other internal lawyers
Review and draft policies and procedures for the Clearance & Collateral Management business
Monitor and advise on industry developments
Review marketing materials and thought leadership articles
Participate in industry advocacy as part of relevant industry groups

Requirements

Law degree from a recognised law school
Qualified solicitor or minimum 1-5 years of post-qualification experience
Experience negotiating with and advising financial institutions on collateral management, global custody, clearing and securities finance (advantage)
Experience negotiating complex service agreements with institutional clients
Experience advising senior business managers and control functions on risk, credit, operational and compliance issues
Experience with a foreign financial institution (advantage)
Excellent written and oral communication and drafting skills; Cantonese and Mandarin advantageous
Excellent interpersonal skills to work with colleagues and business people at all levels
Ability to process and explain complex legal issues to internal stakeholders
Demonstrates solid judgment in evaluating complex legal and business issues
Ability to prioritize and multi-task
Strong analytical and problem solving skills and attention to detail
Self-starter with ability to function independently
Highest standards of integrity and ethics