Senior Funds Lawyer | Euroclear

Job title:

Senior Funds Lawyer | Euroclear

Company:

YouConnect

Job description

Job DescriptionWhat’s in it for you?

• Join a leading global business, influencing global and financial market stability and efficiency;
• Have an impact on the heart of the banking and financial sector;
• Thrive in a vibrant and truly inspiring multicultural company;
• Play a key role in Euroclear’s growing Funds Legal team, shaping its future;
• Work closely with inspiring, encouraging and engaged colleagues from more than 80 different countries;
• Enjoy numerous opportunities to learn and grow as a professional;
• Sharpen your legal skills in a highly professional international environment, with a strong emphasis on knowledge sharing and training;
• Join a dynamic and diverse team of lawyers, fostering a great team spirit;
• Work at the headquarters in Brussels or at their Paris office;
• Find your own optimal balance within Euroclear’s hybrid working model, offering both office and remote options;
• On top of that, Euroclear offers you an interesting salary package with fringe benefits.

What your future may holdAs a member of the legal division of the Euroclear group holding company, you will provide legal advice and support on a broad spectrum of matters, with a focus on Euroclear FundsPlace, the Euroclear group’s fund services.As a senior funds lawyer at Euroclear, your main responsibilities will be:

• supporting the creation and enhancement of services in the context of the Euroclear FundsPlace strategy, from conceptualization to continuous evolution;
• providing comprehensive advice on applicable laws and regulations (e.g. MiFIDII, UCITS, AIFMD, CSDR, ELTIF) and foreign law, covering topics such as asset protection, securities laws, investment funds, and capital market regulations;
• drafting and negotiating contracts with counterparts and clients, such as order processing or custody agreements and (fund) distribution or placement agreements;
• punctually offering general legal support on a variety of matters and projects, such as client onboarding, claims handling, escalations, incidents, and foreign law;
• closely collaborating with other lawyers within the Legal Division, but also with business clients, risk colleagues, and other internal business teams (such as compliance, product management, operations, etc.);
• developing and delivering training and guidance on legal matters to Euroclear staff.

Your skillset

• You hold a European Master’s in Law;
• 12 years or more of relevant experience in the funds industry and/or capital markets, preferably in a law firm (specialized in the financial sector) or as an in-house counsel of a bank or other financial institution;
• Strong knowledge of the financial industry, funds and market practices;
• Fluency in English is essential. Proficiency in French is a plus;
• A true teamplayer who collaborates dynamically with colleagues and motivates others to achieve shared goals;
• You demonstrate flexibility and the ability to provide high-quality, consistent support across jurisdictions in a timely and cost-efficient manner;
• You bring maturity and drive, demonstrating project management skills and a proactive mindset;
• You stay resilient under stress and pressure, think creatively, and stay organized while handling multiple priorities;
• You possess strong analytical skills and have a pragmatic approach;
• You are eager to learn and willing to build a solid understanding of the business.

Our ClientEuroclear is a global and trusted provider of financial market infrastructure (FMI) services. At the core, Euroclear provides settlement, safe-keeping and servicing of domestic and cross-border securities, from bonds, equities and derivatives to investment funds. Euroclear connects over 2,000 financial institutions across the globe. As an open and resilient infrastructure, Euroclear contributes to the stability of the financial markets. They help clients cut through complexity, lower costs, and mitigate risks of financial transactions. At Euroclear, they have the clear ambition to use their key role to facilitate and accelerate a sustainable global financial system.Euroclear is a people-oriented organisation with a renowned reputation in the global markets. With over 4,000 people based around the world, Euroclear has a culture of high performance and continuous development where every employee can grow and thrive.Interested?Apply immediately via the website or contact Emma Gröger for more information.
Contact Emma by mail: or call +32 489 88 97 57.When you apply, we will keep your CV and other personal data you give us in our database in accordance with our .This vacancy is in exclusive cooperation with YouConnect | Partners for legal & HR talent.

Expected salary

Location

Bruxelles

Job date

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 04:51:37 GMT

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