5-7 years of legal experience in securities trading required
Financial services industry experience preferred
Strong negotiation skills necessary
Excellent organization and planning skills needed
Effective communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Discretion in handling confidential information
Responsibilities
Provide legal support to various trading desks
Draft, review, and negotiate trading-related agreements
Oversee coordination with outside counsel on an ad hoc basis
Engage with compliance, tax, and operations teams for strategic planning
Monitor and adjust to urgent requests from the trading environment
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Dynamic work environment with diverse issues
Collaboration with cross-functional teams
Engagement in high-stakes legal negotiations
Flexibility in working hours, accommodating urgent requests
Full Job Description
Overview
Susquehanna has a job opportunity available for a securities trading attorney to join our in-house counsel/legal team. In this role, you will focus on drafting, reviewing and negotiating agreements related to the trading and financing of securities and other exchange-traded and OTC financial products (clearing agreements, ISDAs, MSLAs, GMRAs, MCAs, etc.). Your role will be that of a liaison, strategizing with trading desks, operations, compliance, tax and other colleagues on a comprehensive array of issues that are as diverse and multifaceted as our continually evolving business.
In this role, you will
Provide frontline legal support to various trading desks within Susquehanna
Draft, review, negotiate, and oversee prime brokerage, clearing, direct market access, ISDAs, trade confirmations and various other trading-related agreements
Oversee and coordinate outside counsel on an ad hoc basis
What we’re looking for
Minimum of 5-7 years of securities trading related legal experience required, experience in financial services industry preferred
Must possess strong negotiation skills
Strong organization, effective planning, problem solving, and analytical skills required
Superior communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to liaise comfortably with all levels of management and outside counsel
Must exhibit initiative in obtaining information needed to proceed with projects and accomplish tasks with minimal supervision
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing situations or urgent requests that may arise with little or no notice
Must possess discretion and sensitivity when working with confidential information and safeguard such information appropriately
Ability to exhibit independent judgment when evaluating projects or assignment needs
Knowledge of Microsoft products (Excel, Word, and Outlook)
Willingness to work additional and flexible hours on occasion
Visa sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position now or in the future
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About Susquehanna International Group
Susquehanna International Group is a global quantitative trading firm that was founded in 1987. The company specializes in trading options, futures, equities, and other securities. It has offices in North America, Europe, and Asia and employs over 2,500 people. The company is known for its innovative trading strategies and advanced technology. It is also involved in venture capital and private equity investments.
