We are now seeking a Legal Counsel for our headquarters in Stockholm.
What We Offer
At Euroclear Sweden, you will experience a culture that values continuous development, where, as part of a global organization, you will have the opportunity to work with colleagues from around the world and deepen your understanding of global financial markets.
The legal department plays a central and significant role, both internally and externally, where lawyers are actively invited to participate in seminars and discussions with decision-makers and politicians. In this societally critical role, you will have a unique position where your work will be essential to ensuring a well-functioning financial system.
The corporate culture is generous and characterized by a strong focus on health and well-being, making you an important part of a larger context.
About the Role
As Legal Counsel, you will play a central role in our operations, handling a wide variety of legal and regulatory issues specific to a central securities depository (CSD).
Your tasks will include:
- Providing legal advice to the organization in areas such as corporate law, CSD-specific legislation, securities law, sanctions and AML, banking and finance, data protection, cybersecurity, IT, security protection, and other relevant legal areas.
- Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial agreements as well as legal opinions.
- Assisting with EU and national legislative initiatives, including managing public consultations and supporting the implementation of new legal frameworks and other regulatory projects.
- Advising on the development of new products and services, ensuring they comply with regulatory requirements and legal guidelines.
- Actively participating in IT projects and ensuring that legal aspects are handled correctly.
You will be part of our legal team and report directly to the Head of Legal and Corporate Affairs at Euroclear Sweden.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for someone who is a qualified lawyer with at least five years of relevant work experience. You are currently working at a law firm, bank, or other organisation within the financial industry, such as the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (Finansinspektionen).
You have experience in some of the following areas: contract law, corporate law, capital market regulation, financial regulation, and banking and finance. Knowledge in data protection, IP/IT law, competition law, AML, and sanctions is also valuable and considered a merit.
To excel and succeed in the role, it is also important that you have the ability to work independently as well as in a team, negotiation and multitasking skills, excellent written and verbal proficiency in Swedish and English, as well as excellent communication and social skills
As Legal Counsel with us, you will work with a wide variety of legal issues. We therefore value your interest in the financial market and your willingness to explore new regulations and legal areas, rather than being an expert in a single field. With a business-oriented mindset, strong self-motivation, and a sense of responsibility, you are comfortable navigating a fast-paced, international, and multicultural environment.
Questions and Application
Does this sound interesting? You are warmly welcome to submit your application!
In this recruitment, we are collaborating with Sharp Recruitment & Consultants. For questions regarding the firm, the team, and/or the role, please contact Peter Ekström at 070 813 51 85 or peter.ekstrom@sharprecruitment.se.
Your application should consist of a CV and a cover letter. The start date will be agreed upon, and selection is ongoing, so please apply today.
