Senior Legal Counsel

WHO LEGAL IS:

The APAC legal team is part of a global legal function of approximately 25 lawyers and paralegals.

Legal has evolved as a key business partner and advisory function, playing a unique role in both business enablement and risk management.

The APAC team supports all first line Trading and Technology business objectives in APAC as well as second line functions such as Compliance, Risk and HR. It also provides Company Secretarial services to the APAC legal entities.  

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

As part of APAC Legal you will join a team of dedicated professionals in APAC (most of whom are based in Sydney). In this role, reporting to the APAC General Counsel and working closely with corporate strategy and trading teams you will provide subject matter expertise, legal advice and support on new commercial business initiatives in the region, notably in respect of

• OTC equity derivatives (risk assessments, regulatory advice, contract negotiation/drafting and execution)
• financial intermediaries (clearers/brokers)
• other strategic business initiatives (such as financing arrangements) to support capital efficiency
• Ad hoc advice to management and other functions including Technology, Compliance, Procurement, Risk, Business Operations, Tax and HR

WHO YOU ARE:

An agile lawyer with an entrepreneurial and self-starting inclination, looking to test yourself in a less commoditized environment. Excited by the prospect of working in a dynamic and fast-paced organization and capable of juggling multiple matters across a broad range of stakeholders.

• At least 6 years PQE with extensive professional experience gained in financial markets or financial services in a top-tier private practice firm and/or in-house (some previous in-house experience in e.g. an investment bank is a strong preference).
• Experience in Asia markets and experience working cross-border and across multiple jurisdictions is an advantage.
• Current practising certificate in a common law jurisdiction.
• Sound working knowledge of key financial services and regulatory principles and laws relevant to a markets business
• Familiarity with ISDA contractual framework and negotiations and some experience in equity derivatives.
• Ability to analyse complex business problems and make recommendations based on legal technical knowledge, judgment, and logic.
• Ability to interact, work with and influence multiple senior stakeholders locally, regionally and globally.
• Strong commercial mindset, robust time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Exceptional analytical, negotiation, and contract drafting skills.
  

WHAT YOU’LL GET:

• The chance to work alongside diverse and intelligent peers in a rewarding environment.
• Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities.
• Daily breakfast, lunch and an in-house barista.
• Gym membership plus weekly in-house chair massages.
• Regular social events, including a company trip every two years.
  

Optiver is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process.

Questions? Get in touch with the recruitment team at [email protected].