Head of Equities, Legal in City of London

Job description

Senior Legal Counsel – Head of Global Markets (Equities)

Location: London

A leading global financial institution is seeking a highly experienced Legal Counsel to head its Global Markets Legal (Equities) division. The successful candidate will act as the principal legal adviser to the Equities business, managing legal risk and partnering closely with senior business stakeholders across trading, structuring, and risk management.

Key responsibilities:

• Oversee legal risk management for the Equities division, including equity derivatives, prime brokerage (cash and synthetic), equity margin loans, and fund finance (NAV).
• Lead and develop a small team of specialist lawyers.
• Advise on the structuring, negotiation, documentation, and execution of equity transactions.
• Support new product development and advise on regulatory initiatives affecting the Equities business.
• Collaborate with Risk, Compliance, and other control functions to maintain a robust risk framework.

Candidate Requirements:

• Qualified lawyer with significant post-qualification experience in equities and structured products, gained in private practice or within a top-tier investment bank.
• Strong technical knowledge of ISDA and LMA documentation, regulatory frameworks, and market practices.
• Excellent communication, drafting, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven leadership ability and experience managing junior lawyers.

This is a senior leadership role offering exposure to complex, high-value transactions and the opportunity to influence legal strategy at a global level. To discuss this position, confidentially, please contact James Franklin at Danos Group.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Casual / Part Time Jobs

Published at

24-10-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English