A highly reputable and leading global financial institution is growing their legal team in their Chicago office! This is an excellent opportunity to join an international legal team and work with colleagues from around the globe. Candidate will have freedom to thrive in a fast-paced and intellectually stimulating environment, all whilst providing legal coverage to the institution. Coverage will focus on credit services(excluding residential mortgages) and various collateral aspects. Candidate will:
- Advise in areas of Credit including securities-based lending and margin lending, unsecured lending, and specialty finance solutions
- Advise on standard terms and conditions for lending products(excluding residential mortgage), and non-standard transactions
- Review and prepare legal opinions from global jurisdictions regarding security perfection requirements and enforceability rights in relation to margin loans and derivatives
- Advise on legal and regulatory developments including consumer legislation and jurisdictional reviews
- Work closely with other control functions and outside counsel
Qualifications:
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- Minimum 5 years' experience in within a top law firm or in-house setting
- Excellent drafting and negotiating skills required
- Familiarity with FRB regulations, and FINRA sales practice rules preferred
- Knowledge of banking laws and regulations required
- Strong work ethic, organizational skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
Those interested, please apply today!