Associate Legal Counsel - Finance or Derivatives Lawyer

Associate Legal Counsel - Finance or Derivatives Lawyer 

Ebury London Leon Office - Hybrid: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home per week

The Legal Department at Ebury is core to the functioning of the Ebury Group.  It provides front-line advice to all parts of the Ebury Group on legal, regulatory and governance matters which contribute to Ebury’s growth every day.  

We are looking for an enthusiastic and driven finance and / or derivatives lawyer who is keen to work in a fast-paced, dynamic and growing company. The successful candidate will provide high quality legal advice to key stakeholders globally and be pivotal to Ebury’s development on a global scale.  While advising on financial matters is key, this role will also enable the person who fills it to turn their hand to commercial matters and a variety of other matters with a view to supporting the development of the person that fills this role.  The person who fills this role will report to a Senior Legal Counsel.

Key responsibilities include:

• drafting and advising on relationship agreements and other terms with customers, including ISDAs, FX T&Cs, supplier payment  finance T&Cs, in particular for our institutional customer base.
• contributing to the design and implementation of new products (including cryptocurrency and foreign exchange derivatives) and expansion into new markets;
• preparing customer documentation in relation to complex structures such as funds and SPVs;
• working with Front Office, Treasury, Risk, HR, Operations and other departments to resolve day-to-day queries;
• structuring and executing strategic initiatives such as refinancings and negotiations with banking partners;
• representing Ebury in interaction with clients, counterparties, banking partners, industry bodies and other third parties;
• preparing templates, playbooks, procedures and self-service material and participating in the provision of relevant training and awareness programmes; and
• advising on corporate structuring matters, working closely with the Chief Financial Officer and Chief Legal Officer to maintain and develop Ebury’s corporate structure given its global footprint in an efficient manner, having regarding to regulatory, tax and other relevant matters;
• drafting and negotiating agreements required to support Ebury’s business and operational activity with third parties and on an intragroup basis. and
• helping the legal team improve their processes using AI, including proposing and carrying out initiatives using the AI tools the team works with.

Key skills requirements include:

• a proactive mindset and an ability to communicate effectively in practical terms with stakeholders at all levels of the Ebury Group;
• a legal qualification in a jurisdiction where Ebury has a significant presence;
• at least 3 years of legal experience, either in private practice or in house in either banking and finance or derivatives;
• interest in the fintech sector and financial products; 
• fluent in English (C1, advanced level); and
• an ability in a fast paced environment to prioritise and manage a wide range of competing priorities (with support from other team members and external counsel where necessary).

Why Ebury?

• Competitive Starting Salary with an annual discretionary bonus that truly rewards your performance from day one.
• Dedicated Mentorship: Learn directly from experienced managers who are invested in your success.
• Cutting-Edge Technology: Leverage state-of-the-art tailor made tools and systems that enable you to perform at your best.
• Clear, Accelerated Career Progression: Defined pathways to leadership and specialist roles within Ebury.
• Dynamic & Supportive Culture: Work in a collaborative environment where teamwork and personal growth are prioritised.
• Generous Benefits Package: Access competitive benefits tailored to your location, which typically include health care and social benefits.
• Central Office: A fantastic location with excellent transport links.

Ready to launch your career with a global FinTech? Click the ‘Apply’ Today and discover your potential at Ebury!