Legal Counsel - Capital Markets, Finance
Swiss Re
London, United Kingdom
About the Role
We are looking for a highly skilled and dedicated legal counsel to support on a wide range of capital markets matters.
Responsibilities:
- Advise Swiss Re Group and its Business Units on all legal aspects of capital markets and financing transactions, including cashpooling structures, derivatives, securities lending, capital, liquidity management, bond issuances and related regulatory matters;
- Actively contribute to shaping Swiss insurance regulations related to capital markets activities, lead and support group-wide internal projects, and assist in broader Legal & Compliance initiatives.
About you
An ideal candidate has strong ability to identify and report legal risks, provide expert advice, and apply sound judgment beyond legal regulations; excellent drafting, negotiation, and influencing skills. You are a trusted business partner with effective relationship management; communicate legal and compliance concepts clearly and succinctly and are able to take ownership of outcomes, and deliver practical solutions.
We would like you to have:
- Law degree with honors and admission to practice (English, US, EU or Swiss qualification required; additional qualification preferred);
- Minimum of 3 to 5 years of significant international legal experience in corporate, financial, and securities law, gained in a top-tier law firm and/or a renowned financial services organization;
- Fluency in English, German would be a plus.
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