Legal Counsel

Legal Counsel page is loaded## Legal Counsellocations: Paris, Francetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R0114595LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is more than a diversified global financial markets infrastructure and data business. We are dedicated, open-access partners with a dedication to excellence in delivering the services our customers expect from us. With extensive experience, deep knowledge and worldwide presence across financial markets, we enable businesses and economies around the world to fund innovation, manage risk and create jobs. It’s how we’ve contributed to supporting the financial stability and growth of communities and economies globally for more than 300 years. Through a comprehensive suite of trusted financial market infrastructure services – and our open-access model – we provide the flexibility, stability and trust that enable our customers to pursue their ambitions with confidence and clarity.LSEG is headquartered in the United Kingdom, with significant operations in over 60 countries across EMEA, North America, Latin America and Asia Pacific. We employ 25,000 people globally, more than half located in Asia Pacific.## **Our people:**People are at the heart of what we do and drive the success of our business. Our values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence and Change shape how we think, how we do things and how we help our people fulfil their potential. We embrace diversity and actively seek to attract individuals with unique backgrounds and perspectives. We break down barriers and encourage teamwork, enabling innovation and rapid development of solutions that make a difference. Our workplace generates an enriching and rewarding experience for our people and customers alike. Our vision is to build an inclusive culture in which everyone feels encouraged to fulfil their potential.We know that real personal growth cannot be achieved by simply climbing a career ladder – which is why we encourage and enable a wealth of avenues and interesting opportunities for everyone to broaden and deepen their skills and expertise. As a global organisation spanning over 60 countries and one rooted in a culture of growth, opportunity, diversity and innovation, LSEG is a place where everyone can grow, develop and fulfil your potential with meaningful careersAn international clearing house within the Post Trade Division of LSEG. We serve a global client base and operate a fast-evolving, sophisticated set of businesses that are critical to financial markets. The Company operates under the oversight of AMF, ACPR, and Banque de France, and services are supervised by the SEC and CFTC. We also maintain information obligations to authorities in Japan, Canada, Switzerland, and other jurisdictions.## **About the Role**This position is based in Paris and reports to the Head of Legal at LCH SA. You will join a team that values expertise, integrity, and innovation.## **Key Responsibilities****Clearing Rules & Regulatory Framework:*** ### Analyze and update clearing rules, instructions, and notices in response to new products, projects, and regulatory changes.* ### Draft amendments and handle the regulatory approval process with authorities (AMF, ACPR, BdF, SEC, CFTC).* ### Prepare bilingual documentation (French/English).**Contractual Work:*** ### Negotiate and draft, and amend agreements with trading venues, CSDs, service providers, intra-group entities, and financial counterparties.* ### Handle master agreements (GMRA, FBF).**Claims & Regulatory Requests:*** ### Respond to member and client inquiries.* ### Handle regulator requests and clearing member claims.**Corporate Governance:*** ### Draft and review internal legal documents, including committee terms of reference.* ### Conduct legal research on corporate law issues.## **Project Support:*** ### Provide clear advice to internal customers on new products, memberships, and service improvements* ### Ensure business development aligns with legal and regulatory requirements.## **Additional Contributions:*** ### Participate in market consultations and regulatory initiatives.* ### Support other legal department activities as needed.## **Essential Experience & Skills*** ### 6–8+ years PQE in financial services as in-house counsel or at a credible international law firm.* ### Master’s degreee or equivalent experience or experience in French financial/banking law; corporate law knowledge is a plus.* ### Strong understanding of DORA, EMIR, Arrêté 3 November 2014, and banking regulations.* ### French or dual UK qualification preferred.* ### Shown integrity, autonomy, and accountability.* ### Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.* ### Collaborative approach.* ### Proficient in French and English, with outstanding written and verbal communication skills.* ### Ability to prioritize multiple projects and priorities optimally.## **What We Value*** ### Flexibility and adaptability in challenging environment.* ### Assertiveness combined with strong partnership skills.* ### Dedication to delivering solutions that enable business growth while ensuring compliance.**Career Stage:**Senior Associate**London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) Information:**Join us and be part of a team that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, we'd love to hear from you.LSEG is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable growth.Our purpose is the foundation on which our culture is built. Our values of **Integrity, Partnership**, **Excellence** and **Change** underpin our purpose and set the standard for everything we do, every day. They go to the heart of who we are and guide our decision making and everyday actions.Working with us means that you will be part of a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries. However, we will value your individuality and enable you to bring your true self to work so you can help enrich our diverse workforce.We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.You will be part of a collaborative and creative culture where we encourage new ideas. We are committed to sustainability across our global business and we are proud to partner with our customers to help them meet their sustainability objectives. Our charity, the LSEG Foundation provides charitable grants to community groups that help people access economic opportunities and build a secure future with financial independence. Colleagues can get involved through fundraising and volunteering.LSEG offers a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days and wellbeing initiatives.Please take a moment to read this carefully, as it describes what personal information London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) (we) may hold about you, what it’s used for, and how it’s obtained, .If you are submitting as a Recruitment Agency Partner, it is essential and your responsibility to ensure that candidates applying to LSEG are aware of this privacy notice.LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) is a leading global financial markets infrastructure and data provider. Our purpose is driving financial stability, empowering economies and enabling customers to create sustainable
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