Debt Capital Markets Lawyer – AVP

Overview

In this role you will provide expert in-house legal support for MUFG’s Debt Capital Markets Group in London. You will help structure, negotiate and document a range of DCM transactions while supporting regulatory and product initiatives. You’ll train colleagues on legal developments and collaborate with MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities EMEA plc to ensure compliant, efficient outcomes. This is a growth-focused, international position in a values-driven, inclusive culture.

Pay / Benefits

• flexible working requests
• ongoing training programmes
• inclusive culture

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and draft/negotiate DCM documentation across product lines
• Support structuring and establishment of new products and initiatives
• Negotiate with clients and explain complex products to diverse audiences
• Advise on regulatory matters, reputational issues, and documentation
• Deliver training on legal and regulatory developments
• Participate in MUFG working groups and committees
• Manage relationships with external law firms and control legal spend
• Collaborate with MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities EMEA plc under dual-hat responsibilities
• Identify and escalate conflicts to maintain entity neutrality
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements while supporting both business arms

Key requirements

• Law degree with 2-4 years’ post-qualification experience at a major law firm or financial institution
• Strong technical understanding of DCM transactions and market/regulatory awareness
• Excellent interpersonal skills for stakeholder relationships across diverse teams
• Strong written and verbal communication to explain complex legal concepts
• Experience working in team-oriented or matrix environments with varying levels of seniority
• Proactive, accountable mindset with drive for positive change
• International outlook and pragmatic problem-solving for commercial settings
• Ability to work under pressure with independence and team deadlines
• Curiosity about developments in capital markets law and solid commercial judgement

• interpersonal skills
• clear communication
• team player
• debt capital markets transactions
• regulatory awareness and changes
• documentation drafting and negotiation

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