Job Description
We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Counsel to join our Commercial Law Group. This role is located in London or Manchester.
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In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:
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Structuring, drafting, and negotiating a broad range of vendor agreements, with a particular focus on market data and technology‑related contracts.
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Acting as a key legal advisor on BNY’s market data strategy, partnering with stakeholders across the business, Legal, and sourcing teams to help shape and support strategic direction.
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Partnering with internal and external stakeholders to support governance, sourcing, and risk management activities in connection with market data procurement and other vendor relationships.
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Keeping up to date with developments in market data licensing practices, regulatory expectations, and industry trends, and assisting with corresponding updates to documentation, processes, and approaches.
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Qualified lawyer with a legal degree and 5+ years of post-qualification experience, ideally gained at a leading law firm or financial institution.
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Demonstrated experience negotiating and advising on market data agreements, technology, and other commercial arrangements.
- Demonstrated experience or strong interest in AI, automation, and advanced legal technology.
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Strong legal and analytical skills, with the ability to navigate complex contractual frameworks and commercial models.
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Familiarity with regulatory requirements and supervisory expectations relevant to market data and third-party service arrangements in the financial services sector.
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Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global environment.
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Commercially minded, pragmatic, and adaptable, with a solutions-orientated approach.
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Strong communicator and effective collaborator across teams and functions.
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Curious, proactive, and committed to continuous learning and development.
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Experience with contract lifecycle management tools is a plus.
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At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.
Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.
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