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Senior Legal Counsel Markets & Group Funding Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
Position: Senior Legal Counsel Global Markets & Group Funding
Senior Legal Counsel – Global Markets & Group Funding Join to apply for the Senior Legal Counsel – Global Markets & Group Funding role at First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB).About the Role This position manages legal risks related to Global Markets and Group Funding businesses globally, following FAB Group Legal Department policies. The role requires autonomous work, with consultation on complex issues that pose significant legal, financial, or reputational risks.
The candidate should have in-depth knowledge of derivatives, structured products, debt capital markets, and custody.
Responsibilities include:
Drafting and negotiating derivatives and structured derivatives transactions across all asset classes.
Drafting and negotiating securities lending and repo transaction documentation.
Advising on transaction structuring in compliance with regulations like EMIR, Dodd-Frank, and MiFID
2.Managing legal aspects of issuing bonds and structured notes, both conventional and Islamic.
Providing legal guidance on derivatives master agreements and collateral documentation.
Negotiating custody agreements and advising on custody solutions.
Creating and updating template documentation for FAB.Core Responsibilities Legal Advisory Provide legal advice aligned with FAB’s strategic objectives.
Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Collaborate on legal policies and procedures.
Respond to legal queries promptly.
Support subsidiaries and branches with legal oversight.
Legal Documentation and Review Draft, review, and negotiate contracts to facilitate transactions, minimizing risks.
Develop and update standard legal agreements.
Assist in launching new products through legal and regulatory due diligence.
Knowledge of External Environment Stay updated on new laws/regulations through continuous
education
.
Advise on compliance with legislative changes.
Knowledge Sharing & Learning Develop relationships within the legal team and share best practices.
Contribute to training initiatives as a subject matter expert.
Specific Accountabilities Draft and negotiate documentation for structured products, derivatives, repo, and custody.
Maintain legal aspects of debt programs and support new product rollouts.
Recommend policy and process improvements, and advise on legal queries.
Qualifications Minimum Qualification Bachelor’s degree in law from an accredited university.
Qualified lawyer in England or similar jurisdiction.
Excellent English language skills.
Minimum Experience At least 6 years PQE at a reputed bank or law firm, with 4+ years in a similar role.
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Title: Senior Legal Counsel Markets & Group Funding
Company: First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB)
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE/Dubai
Category: Law/Legal (Legal Counsel, Financial Law, Business Law, Lawyer)
