Legal Counsel

Summit Securities Group • Full-Time • New York, NY, US • $160k - $220k / year • 1d ago

Empowering Global Markets:Summit Securities provides liquidity and transparency to electronic financial markets across the globe. Our skilled team of cross-functional experts engage in quantitative and algorithmic trading to generate exceptional results in highly competitive and rapidly changing global financial markets.

The Role:As Legal Counsel, you will play a key role in supporting our growth by assisting with trading and commercial contracts, providing regulatory insights, and collaborating with key departments to ensure our operations remain compliant and efficient. Your contributions will help mitigate risks and support strategic decisions, making you an essential part of the team.

Responsibilities

Contract Support: Lead in the review, drafting, and negotiation of trading and commercial contracts, ensuring alignment with business objectives and compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
Regulatory Guidance: Provide expertise on regulatory matters, helping the team navigate the financial industry's complex landscape.
Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with teams such as business development, HR, and compliance to provide legal support and ensure smooth operations as the company grows.

You Bring

Legal Credentials: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in New York or the relevant jurisdiction.
Relevant Experience: Experience in reviewing and managing trading and commercial contracts within the broker-dealer or financial industry, along with a basic understanding of regulatory frameworks.
Collaborative Mindset: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively across teams to support business objectives.
Detail-Oriented Approach: Ability to manage multiple tasks with precision and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

This role is ideal for a motivated legal professional eager to grow within the financial industry while making a meaningful impact on a dynamic company.

We Offer:At our firm, our people come first. We are committed to building a culture of collaboration, where we support each other through challenges and celebrate our collective successes. We believe that the strength of a modern workplace lies in its diverse workforce—diverse in ideas, cultures, and experiences. We actively foster this environment and take pride in being an equal opportunity employer.

In compliance with New York City’s Pay Transparency Law, the anticipated base salary for this role ranges from $160,000 to $220,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. Please note, this range excludes other components of total compensation, such as bonuses.We offer competitive compensation packages, company equity, 401k matching, gender-neutral parental leave, and comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. While we value flexibility, we believe that in-person collaboration is key to solving complex challenges, which is why we require employees to be in the office 4 days per week. In-office perks include lunch stipends, fully stocked kitchens, happy hours, and a great location with amazing colleagues.

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