Vice President, Legal Counsel

The Company is seeking a Vice President, Legal Counsel to provide legal support across securities, financial services, contracts, and regulatory matters. Responsibilities include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements related to brokerage, derivatives, technology, clearing, custody, and other services, as well as corporate and commercial contracts. The role also advises on financial regulation, disputes, and data protection, and supports the onboarding and implementation of major client projects. The successful candidate will deliver timely, practical, commercially astute advice and build effective working relationships. Applicants must be qualified lawyers in a common law jurisdiction; qualification in Hong Kong is an advantage. The role requires 4–7 or more years of post-qualification experience, though candidates with less may be considered if they have substantial relevant pre-qualification experience. Candidates should understand regulatory processes, rules, or codes in at least one of Australia, Hong Kong, or Singapore, and have relevant experience in legal practice, financial services regulation, an exchange, or a licensed financial services firm. Strong drafting, negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills are essential, along with a practical, solution-focused approach and fluency in written and spoken English; Cantonese or Mandarin is an advantage.