Portfolio Analyst- Derivatives Portfolio Analyst- Derivatives Apply locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R104933 PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns. Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients. PIMCO is seeking a Portfolio Associate to support the Derivatives team in our London office. Job description Portfolio Associate team members directly support Portfolio Managers and build relationships internally with Account Managers, Product Managers, Legal and Compliance counterparts, Operations teams, and other Portfolio Associate teams across the firm's global offices. On a day-to-day basis, Portfolio Associates use their fixed income training to actively monitor portfolios and markets to assist Portfolio Managers in measuring risk and managing client assets. Portfolio Associates are routinely encouraged to provide creative solutions and develop key tools and reporting methods to support the Portfolio Management team. For this specific role there will also be the requirement to support Derivative trading across all asset classes. Position Development Value: Extensive exposure to industry experts within Portfolio Management and across other functional areas of the firm A broad range of opportunities to collaborate with talented colleagues Learning environment focused on key buy-side portfolio risk and return principles Constructive feedback to foster career growth in addition to a formal annual review process RESPONSIBILITIES: Support Traders and PMs across desks with all derivative related inquiries Coordinate and allocate rolls and option programs with traders. Identify necessary fixes and work with internal stakeholders to resolve compliance issues and ensure we get no unintended deliveries Work with counterparties, CCPs and clearing brokers to ensure trades are matched up and correctly reflected on trade date Resolve upcoming breaks and inconsistencies autonomously and in a timely manner POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Degree in finance, economics, mathematics or other related quantitative / analytical field or equivalent experience. Deep understanding of fixed income including extensive knowledge of derivative instruments. A good understanding of Equities is preferred. An understanding of portfolio construction and trade implementation is preferred. Exceptional communication skills are required to operate in a complex financial and mathematical environment Excel "power user" - SQL, VBA or Python programming skills. Strong process-oriented background and ability to demonstrate keen portfolio risk and operational awareness Outstanding analytical skills with a proven ability to function efficiently and problem-solve in a high-pressure and time-critical environment 2+ years of experience with international markets is preferred Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. Applicants with Disabilities PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online.
Feb 19, 2025
Full time
Portfolio Analyst- Derivatives Portfolio Analyst- Derivatives Apply locations London, GBR time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R104933 PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns. Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients. PIMCO is seeking a Portfolio Associate to support the Derivatives team in our London office. Job description Portfolio Associate team members directly support Portfolio Managers and build relationships internally with Account Managers, Product Managers, Legal and Compliance counterparts, Operations teams, and other Portfolio Associate teams across the firm's global offices. On a day-to-day basis, Portfolio Associates use their fixed income training to actively monitor portfolios and markets to assist Portfolio Managers in measuring risk and managing client assets. Portfolio Associates are routinely encouraged to provide creative solutions and develop key tools and reporting methods to support the Portfolio Management team. For this specific role there will also be the requirement to support Derivative trading across all asset classes. Position Development Value: Extensive exposure to industry experts within Portfolio Management and across other functional areas of the firm A broad range of opportunities to collaborate with talented colleagues Learning environment focused on key buy-side portfolio risk and return principles Constructive feedback to foster career growth in addition to a formal annual review process RESPONSIBILITIES: Support Traders and PMs across desks with all derivative related inquiries Coordinate and allocate rolls and option programs with traders. Identify necessary fixes and work with internal stakeholders to resolve compliance issues and ensure we get no unintended deliveries Work with counterparties, CCPs and clearing brokers to ensure trades are matched up and correctly reflected on trade date Resolve upcoming breaks and inconsistencies autonomously and in a timely manner POSITION REQUIREMENTS: Degree in finance, economics, mathematics or other related quantitative / analytical field or equivalent experience. Deep understanding of fixed income including extensive knowledge of derivative instruments. A good understanding of Equities is preferred. An understanding of portfolio construction and trade implementation is preferred. Exceptional communication skills are required to operate in a complex financial and mathematical environment Excel "power user" - SQL, VBA or Python programming skills. Strong process-oriented background and ability to demonstrate keen portfolio risk and operational awareness Outstanding analytical skills with a proven ability to function efficiently and problem-solve in a high-pressure and time-critical environment 2+ years of experience with international markets is preferred Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. Applicants with Disabilities PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online.
Manager, Trade & Transaction Reporting, Financial Stability Location: London Date: 5 Feb 2025 Requisition ID: Manager, Trade & Transaction Reporting, Wealth & Asset Management Our UK Consulting capability helps our Wealth, Asset Management, Private Banking and Market Infrastructure to deliver complex business and regulatory transformation, enabled by technology. The opportunity You'll have the opportunity to work on business-critical engagements. In recent years we have helped investment banks to get ready for Brexit, improve their compliance with regulations such as MiFID II, FinFrag, EMIR, SFTR, ASIC, MAS, HKMA, CFTC, SMMD and MMSR. We also help clients to become more profitable, either by developing new revenue streams, or crucially, by reducing costs. While we predominantly serve the UK market, our clients are global, and we collaborate extensively with our fellow capital markets teams in EMEIA, the US and APAC. We are looking for an experienced Manager to join our team due to growth. Your key responsibilities Engagement delivery; roles vary from engagement to engagement, but are likely to include business analysis, solution architecture, target operating model design, implementation management, being part of Operate functions at clients and project management. Product management/ownership; serving as the risk and technical lead on one or more of our technology assets or services. Business development; developing long term trusted advisor relationships with our clients, shaping propositions and commercial proposals. Brand and market eminence; being a visible leader in the Financial Services community, speaking at conferences, authoring thought leadership, participating in multi-client industry round tables. People leadership; building and leading high performing teams, coaching, mentoring and serving as a role model for our people. Commercial and interpersonal skills Ability to successfully deliver engagements, exceed client expectations, manage commercial aspects (e.g. contracts, billing and budgets), and manage quality and risk. Proven track record in delivery. Ability to maximise team performance - accountability for ensuring a collaborative and committed way for teams to work effectively together, providing coaching and leadership, and sharing knowledge. Proven ability to develop and deliver leading edge solutions. Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and be a contributor to large cross functional projects. High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions and ability to work under pressure. Intellectual strength / flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalise these into workable solutions which can then be delivered. Deep knowledge of global trade and transaction reporting regulations - specifically EMIR, SFTR, ASIC, MAS, HKMA, CFTC, SMMD and MMSR. Run The Bank and / or Change The Bank experience in the aforementioned regulations in Wealth and Asset Management. Technical skills Large scale risk and regulation programme delivery (Agile, DevOps, waterfall). Experience of engineering based on SQL, SSIS, Python, XML/FpML and Power BI. Solution architecture (Business, Functional, Technical). Data architecture, data lineage. Integration architecture. Process Automation, BPM and Digital Platforms, e.g. Pega. Experience of handling information security and privacy challenges. Interest and awareness in emerging technologies. Academic and prior experience A university degree, 2:1 (or equivalent) or above is usually preferred, however, we would be open to outstanding candidates who may have followed an alternative academic path. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development. About EY As a global provider of assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.
Feb 11, 2025
Full time
Manager, Trade & Transaction Reporting, Financial Stability Location: London Date: 5 Feb 2025 Requisition ID: Manager, Trade & Transaction Reporting, Wealth & Asset Management Our UK Consulting capability helps our Wealth, Asset Management, Private Banking and Market Infrastructure to deliver complex business and regulatory transformation, enabled by technology. The opportunity You'll have the opportunity to work on business-critical engagements. In recent years we have helped investment banks to get ready for Brexit, improve their compliance with regulations such as MiFID II, FinFrag, EMIR, SFTR, ASIC, MAS, HKMA, CFTC, SMMD and MMSR. We also help clients to become more profitable, either by developing new revenue streams, or crucially, by reducing costs. While we predominantly serve the UK market, our clients are global, and we collaborate extensively with our fellow capital markets teams in EMEIA, the US and APAC. We are looking for an experienced Manager to join our team due to growth. Your key responsibilities Engagement delivery; roles vary from engagement to engagement, but are likely to include business analysis, solution architecture, target operating model design, implementation management, being part of Operate functions at clients and project management. Product management/ownership; serving as the risk and technical lead on one or more of our technology assets or services. Business development; developing long term trusted advisor relationships with our clients, shaping propositions and commercial proposals. Brand and market eminence; being a visible leader in the Financial Services community, speaking at conferences, authoring thought leadership, participating in multi-client industry round tables. People leadership; building and leading high performing teams, coaching, mentoring and serving as a role model for our people. Commercial and interpersonal skills Ability to successfully deliver engagements, exceed client expectations, manage commercial aspects (e.g. contracts, billing and budgets), and manage quality and risk. Proven track record in delivery. Ability to maximise team performance - accountability for ensuring a collaborative and committed way for teams to work effectively together, providing coaching and leadership, and sharing knowledge. Proven ability to develop and deliver leading edge solutions. Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and be a contributor to large cross functional projects. High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions and ability to work under pressure. Intellectual strength / flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalise these into workable solutions which can then be delivered. Deep knowledge of global trade and transaction reporting regulations - specifically EMIR, SFTR, ASIC, MAS, HKMA, CFTC, SMMD and MMSR. Run The Bank and / or Change The Bank experience in the aforementioned regulations in Wealth and Asset Management. Technical skills Large scale risk and regulation programme delivery (Agile, DevOps, waterfall). Experience of engineering based on SQL, SSIS, Python, XML/FpML and Power BI. Solution architecture (Business, Functional, Technical). Data architecture, data lineage. Integration architecture. Process Automation, BPM and Digital Platforms, e.g. Pega. Experience of handling information security and privacy challenges. Interest and awareness in emerging technologies. Academic and prior experience A university degree, 2:1 (or equivalent) or above is usually preferred, however, we would be open to outstanding candidates who may have followed an alternative academic path. What working at EY offers We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development. About EY As a global provider of assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, we're using the finance products, expertise and systems we've developed to build a better working world. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. Join us in building a better working world. Apply now.
Who are we? We want to help small businesses win. That s why we re here. We connect small business owners to investors - to create jobs, help families and power economies - because we believe that people are made to do more. And we want to help them get the finance they need to thrive, creating thousands of jobs as they drive the economy forward. . So, we created the leading online marketplace for small business loans. Our investors have lent £13.7 billion in 171,000 loans to 122,000 small business owners. In a single year, we unlocked 100,000 jobs and contributed £7.2 billion to the UK economy. There s never been a better time to join! Be part of the team that changes everything. Let s build the place where small businesses can get the funding they need to win and leave a legacy behind, forever. What will you be doing? Supporting first line of defence (1LOD) manage and deliver risk events (incident) reports Monitoring operational risks against risk indicators and appetite, produce reports and support regular enterprise risk management cycles Provide analytical insights, explain variances from plan, and communicate business risks and opportunities Perform virtual and physical deep-dives to find the root causes behind variances of key parameters over a given time-period, as well as provide recommendations to pursue corrective action. Change Management: Being accountable for the end-to-end planning and delivery of one or more complex projects. Develop change management approach by identifying key stakeholders, approach, and communication plans for implementation of new processes, process improvements, technology, and/or tools. Drive momentum and holding leadership and peers to account. Working at a fast pace with cross-functional teams to problem solve and work through trade offs. Identifying and anticipating barriers to achieving the desired outcomes and with structured-thinking and creativity removing these obstacles. Playing a Business Manager role to VP of Operations - assist in setting out the Operations strategy, vision and roadmap Are you? You have a minimum of 5+ years experience in financial services or at an alternative lender, ideally with experience of the 3 lines of defence model. You have a proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional business change projects. Strong knowledge of program management practices and risk and control environments, particularly driving change such as controls automation. You are confident in managing a range of stakeholders, creating well functioning project teams. You are not afraid to speak up and can concisely and accurately communicate complex situations and guide stakeholders to make decisions. You are ambitious, dedicated and excited about working with highly motivated and smart individuals in a fast paced entrepreneurial environment. Why join us? We re gearing up for our biggest chapter yet - and it s being driven by all of our Circlers. We think of ourselves as the career launchpad. A place to develop yourself, fast. Real work. Real experience. Real opportunities to collect skills. Think big remits and huge ownership to make great things happen. Yes, it s target-driven and high-octane - but we like to play hard too. That s what makes us, us. Our vibrant culture is built around potential and creating a place where you can really be you. We keep it agile and open. All voices heard. Because we believe great ideas come from everywhere. If you show skill and are willing, we ll back you all the way. This is the place for you to build something incredible. It s in our differences that we find our strengths. At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. We particularly encourage applications from applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.We will consider flexible working options; please talk to us to discuss how we could make this role flexible for you.. Want to Build the Incredible? We d love to hear from you.
Aug 03, 2022
Full time
Who are we? We want to help small businesses win. That s why we re here. We connect small business owners to investors - to create jobs, help families and power economies - because we believe that people are made to do more. And we want to help them get the finance they need to thrive, creating thousands of jobs as they drive the economy forward. . So, we created the leading online marketplace for small business loans. Our investors have lent £13.7 billion in 171,000 loans to 122,000 small business owners. In a single year, we unlocked 100,000 jobs and contributed £7.2 billion to the UK economy. There s never been a better time to join! Be part of the team that changes everything. Let s build the place where small businesses can get the funding they need to win and leave a legacy behind, forever. What will you be doing? Supporting first line of defence (1LOD) manage and deliver risk events (incident) reports Monitoring operational risks against risk indicators and appetite, produce reports and support regular enterprise risk management cycles Provide analytical insights, explain variances from plan, and communicate business risks and opportunities Perform virtual and physical deep-dives to find the root causes behind variances of key parameters over a given time-period, as well as provide recommendations to pursue corrective action. Change Management: Being accountable for the end-to-end planning and delivery of one or more complex projects. Develop change management approach by identifying key stakeholders, approach, and communication plans for implementation of new processes, process improvements, technology, and/or tools. Drive momentum and holding leadership and peers to account. Working at a fast pace with cross-functional teams to problem solve and work through trade offs. Identifying and anticipating barriers to achieving the desired outcomes and with structured-thinking and creativity removing these obstacles. Playing a Business Manager role to VP of Operations - assist in setting out the Operations strategy, vision and roadmap Are you? You have a minimum of 5+ years experience in financial services or at an alternative lender, ideally with experience of the 3 lines of defence model. You have a proven track record of managing complex, cross-functional business change projects. Strong knowledge of program management practices and risk and control environments, particularly driving change such as controls automation. You are confident in managing a range of stakeholders, creating well functioning project teams. You are not afraid to speak up and can concisely and accurately communicate complex situations and guide stakeholders to make decisions. You are ambitious, dedicated and excited about working with highly motivated and smart individuals in a fast paced entrepreneurial environment. Why join us? We re gearing up for our biggest chapter yet - and it s being driven by all of our Circlers. We think of ourselves as the career launchpad. A place to develop yourself, fast. Real work. Real experience. Real opportunities to collect skills. Think big remits and huge ownership to make great things happen. Yes, it s target-driven and high-octane - but we like to play hard too. That s what makes us, us. Our vibrant culture is built around potential and creating a place where you can really be you. We keep it agile and open. All voices heard. Because we believe great ideas come from everywhere. If you show skill and are willing, we ll back you all the way. This is the place for you to build something incredible. It s in our differences that we find our strengths. At Funding Circle, we celebrate and support the differences that make you, you. We re proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and affirmative action employer. We truly believe that diversity makes us better. We particularly encourage applications from applicants from underrepresented backgrounds.We will consider flexible working options; please talk to us to discuss how we could make this role flexible for you.. Want to Build the Incredible? We d love to hear from you.
Please visit our website for more information - mufgemea.com. The Legal department provides legal services to and manages the legal risk for MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities (EMEA) and the MUSHD international business (collectively the "Firm"). Members of Legal are dual-hatted across MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities. Dual-hat employees will be expected to be entity neutral across all responsibilities to ensure that services are provided to both entities effective and without favour or detriment to the other entity. The Legal department's principal functions are to: Provide legal services and legal advice to each international securities business and banking businesses Draft, review and negotiate contractual documentation, whether transactional or non-transactional Draft notes and other product documentation and arrange for issuance of such notes and products Draft, review and negotiate loan agreements (syndicated or bilateral, ECA financings, LMA based or bespoke contractual arrangements) Draft, review and negotiate trade finance credit lines and products, as well as trade finance instruments Provide legal and execution advice in relation to transactions and new business Provide transaction management support for securities issues and financing transactions arranged or underwritten by an international securities business Provide support for internal projects (internal restructurings and/or regulatory driven) Evaluate legal risk to ensure business is conducted in a lawful and professional manner Identify and advise on the implementation of new laws and regulations Provide legal oversight of regulatory matters and government affairs Manage all disputes, litigation, regulatory proceedings and other contentious matters Manage and approve all use of law firms NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS 0 MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE We have an exciting opportunity for a 5+ years qualified lawyer with capital markets experience lawyer, with some banking/lending/trade finance experience to join our team as a permanent member. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES In this role, the successful candidate will, as a member of the Legal - Primary Markets team, providing services which cover MUFG's banking arm and securities business under a dual-hat arrangement. Under this arrangement, the employee will act and make decisions on behalf of both the bank and the securities business, subject to the same remit and level of authority, and irrespective of the entity which employs them. Advise on, participate in and implement Firm and International Business transactions, proceedings, actions, projects and initiatives. Provide (a) legal advice, review draft and negotiate documentation and (b) all related and essential transaction management in relation to: Capital Markets transactions: Reg S/ 144A offerings : MTN Programmes, standalone bond offerings, syndicated and non-syndicated issuances under EMTN Programmes (including flow MTN trades), tender and exchange offers, consent solicitations, SEC registered bond offerings, Review, draft and negotiate transaction documents, including but not limited to, mandate letters, term-sheets, subscription/underwriting agreements, dealer managers agreement, comfort letters, legal opinions and provide all related and essential transaction management. Lending transactions: Syndicated loans, LMA investment grade based, along with ECA backed financings Bilateral loans - in form of standard templates or bespoken credit arrangements Trade finance lines - structured deals (such as Borrowing Based Facility, PXF lines) as well as commodities trade finance products _(such as RDAs, invoice discounting) and trade finance instruments (LCs, LGs, payment/performance bonds) Security package part of the financings Cash management services. Advise and assist business units in the new business process and initiatives. Coordinate the establishment, updates and administration of note/loan issuance programmes. Provide legal advice and support with respect to strategic, legal and documentation matters and initiatives in relation to capital markets and banking transactions. Advise on the legal, regulatory and reputational issues arising in transactions and in the non-transactional aspects of the operation and business activities of the Firm and the International Business. Participate in industry forums and working groups. Participate in working groups and committees of the Firm and the International Business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Functional / Technical Competencies: A minimum of 5+ years PQE in UK or equivalent jurisdiction, preferably at an in-house legal department or leading law firm with primary experience in capital markets. Some experience and familiarity with the corporate lending, trade finance and transaction banking - beneficial. Demonstrate commercial awareness of the latest market issues and regulatory changes. Capital markets experience with a solid foundation and sound knowledge in the execution of international capital markets transactions, together with the related regulatory background (including working knowledge of United States securities law). Ability to build effective and positive client relationships (internal and external) quickly and fully embrace the importance of client service. Ability to explain complex legal concepts to a non-technical audience. PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written & verbal Team player Keen to learn new area of practice Proactive and enthusiastic, with a motivated approach Pragmatic, curious and commercially minded Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability Strong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly A structured and logical approach to work Strong problem solving skills A creative and innovative approach to work The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to speak/read another language is desirable although not essential A diverse and inclusive cultural vision. We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements. MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership. We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.
Dec 01, 2021
Full time
Please visit our website for more information - mufgemea.com. The Legal department provides legal services to and manages the legal risk for MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities (EMEA) and the MUSHD international business (collectively the "Firm"). Members of Legal are dual-hatted across MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities. Dual-hat employees will be expected to be entity neutral across all responsibilities to ensure that services are provided to both entities effective and without favour or detriment to the other entity. The Legal department's principal functions are to: Provide legal services and legal advice to each international securities business and banking businesses Draft, review and negotiate contractual documentation, whether transactional or non-transactional Draft notes and other product documentation and arrange for issuance of such notes and products Draft, review and negotiate loan agreements (syndicated or bilateral, ECA financings, LMA based or bespoke contractual arrangements) Draft, review and negotiate trade finance credit lines and products, as well as trade finance instruments Provide legal and execution advice in relation to transactions and new business Provide transaction management support for securities issues and financing transactions arranged or underwritten by an international securities business Provide support for internal projects (internal restructurings and/or regulatory driven) Evaluate legal risk to ensure business is conducted in a lawful and professional manner Identify and advise on the implementation of new laws and regulations Provide legal oversight of regulatory matters and government affairs Manage all disputes, litigation, regulatory proceedings and other contentious matters Manage and approve all use of law firms NUMBER OF DIRECT REPORTS 0 MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE We have an exciting opportunity for a 5+ years qualified lawyer with capital markets experience lawyer, with some banking/lending/trade finance experience to join our team as a permanent member. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES In this role, the successful candidate will, as a member of the Legal - Primary Markets team, providing services which cover MUFG's banking arm and securities business under a dual-hat arrangement. Under this arrangement, the employee will act and make decisions on behalf of both the bank and the securities business, subject to the same remit and level of authority, and irrespective of the entity which employs them. Advise on, participate in and implement Firm and International Business transactions, proceedings, actions, projects and initiatives. Provide (a) legal advice, review draft and negotiate documentation and (b) all related and essential transaction management in relation to: Capital Markets transactions: Reg S/ 144A offerings : MTN Programmes, standalone bond offerings, syndicated and non-syndicated issuances under EMTN Programmes (including flow MTN trades), tender and exchange offers, consent solicitations, SEC registered bond offerings, Review, draft and negotiate transaction documents, including but not limited to, mandate letters, term-sheets, subscription/underwriting agreements, dealer managers agreement, comfort letters, legal opinions and provide all related and essential transaction management. Lending transactions: Syndicated loans, LMA investment grade based, along with ECA backed financings Bilateral loans - in form of standard templates or bespoken credit arrangements Trade finance lines - structured deals (such as Borrowing Based Facility, PXF lines) as well as commodities trade finance products _(such as RDAs, invoice discounting) and trade finance instruments (LCs, LGs, payment/performance bonds) Security package part of the financings Cash management services. Advise and assist business units in the new business process and initiatives. Coordinate the establishment, updates and administration of note/loan issuance programmes. Provide legal advice and support with respect to strategic, legal and documentation matters and initiatives in relation to capital markets and banking transactions. Advise on the legal, regulatory and reputational issues arising in transactions and in the non-transactional aspects of the operation and business activities of the Firm and the International Business. Participate in industry forums and working groups. Participate in working groups and committees of the Firm and the International Business. SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE Functional / Technical Competencies: A minimum of 5+ years PQE in UK or equivalent jurisdiction, preferably at an in-house legal department or leading law firm with primary experience in capital markets. Some experience and familiarity with the corporate lending, trade finance and transaction banking - beneficial. Demonstrate commercial awareness of the latest market issues and regulatory changes. Capital markets experience with a solid foundation and sound knowledge in the execution of international capital markets transactions, together with the related regulatory background (including working knowledge of United States securities law). Ability to build effective and positive client relationships (internal and external) quickly and fully embrace the importance of client service. Ability to explain complex legal concepts to a non-technical audience. PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written & verbal Team player Keen to learn new area of practice Proactive and enthusiastic, with a motivated approach Pragmatic, curious and commercially minded Results driven, with a strong sense of accountability Strong decision making skills, the ability to demonstrate sound judgement The ability to operate with urgency and prioritise work accordingly A structured and logical approach to work Strong problem solving skills A creative and innovative approach to work The ability to manage large workloads and tight deadlines Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Ability to speak/read another language is desirable although not essential A diverse and inclusive cultural vision. We are open to considering flexible working requests in line with organisational requirements. MUFG is committed to embracing diversity and building an inclusive culture where all employees are valued, respected and their opinions count. We support the principles of equality, diversity and inclusion in recruitment and employment, and oppose all forms of discrimination on the grounds of age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy and maternity, race, gender reassignment, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnership. We make our recruitment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner in accordance with our commitment to identifying the right skills for the right role and our obligations under the law.