- Lead global legal strategy for a fast-growing trading platform
- Partner directly with founders on governance and risk decisions
About Our Client
Our client is a globally active proprietary trading and investment firm operating across major financial centres in Asia, the US, and Europe. The organisation runs a research-led, technology-focused platform, deploying capital across multiple asset classes and markets.
The firm has established regulated entities in key jurisdictions, works closely with major exchanges and counterparties, and continues to scale both its trading and investment operations. With a strong emphasis on innovation, data, and disciplined risk management, the firm is recognised for attracting top-tier talent across trading, engineering, and research functions.
Job Description
- Ensure the organisation's policies and procedures align with legal requirements.Act as the senior legal advisor on global trading, markets, and securities regulation
- Lead regulatory engagement, filings, reviews, and supervisory interactions across jurisdictions
- Oversee legal support for fund launches, strategic investments, and corporate transactions
- Advise on cross-border structuring, entity set-up, and operational expansion
- Drive governance frameworks, board matters, and partnership arrangements
- Build and lead an integrated Legal & Compliance function globally
- Manage external counsel and service providers with a focus on quality and cost discipline
The Successful Applicant
- Qualified lawyer with over 12 years post-qualification experience
- Substantial in-house experience within financial services, trading, or asset management
- Strong expertise in securities regulation, derivatives, funds, or financial transactions
- Demonstrated track record engaging financial regulators and supervisory bodies
- Experience leading and developing cross-border legal and compliance teams
- Proven ability to operate as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and founders
What's on Offer
- This role offers the opportunity to operate at the core of a global trading business, with genuine influence over strategy, governance, and risk direction.
- The firm provides strong long-term incentives, exposure to complex cross-border matters, and the chance to build and shape a best-in-class legal and compliance platform.
- Employees benefit from a collaborative culture, access to leading advisors, and a strong commitment to professional development and intellectual growth.
Contact
Celeste Goh (Lic No: R1104095 / EA no:18S9099)
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7006222
Phone number
+65 6416 9872
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