Corporate Counsel, Complex Securities Legal

At Franklin Templeton, we believe success is built through powerful partnerships. As a forward thinking asset manager, we build dynamic relationships with clients, understand their goals, and navigate complex markets together. We leverage cutting edge strategies and deep insights to unlock opportunities for long term wealth creation. Our talented, global teams bring expertise that is both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and supportive culture to our globally diverse business, we offer opportunities not only to help you reach your potential, but also to contribute to our clients' success. About The Department Complex Securities Legal provides expertise in derivatives, repos, MSFTA products and other complex securities, their related market infrastructure, documentation and regulation. We support trading and portfolio management as well as client facing teams, operations, risk and compliance. The team covers Franklin Templeton group globally and is headed in London. How You Will Add Value

• Advise business and other stakeholders in respect of complex securities to help grow our business safely and efficiently, including for example: investment group integration, derivatives on digital assets, tokenised collateral, prime brokerage and Sharia compliant financial products.
• Manage and resolve issues arising in respect of Franklin Templeton's funds and other clients such as restructurings, client special requests and new products.
• Manage and provide expert input on negotiations with top-tier dealers in respect of our wide array of client types globally.
• Advise on regulatory developments and changes in market infrastructure which will impact our business. Involvement in industry associations. What Will Help You Be Successful In This Role
• Commercially minded, pragmatic and solutions-oriented approach, able to interact with business, operations and other stakeholders.
• Qualified lawyer in England & Wales. New York qualification a significant plus.
• At least 5 years post-qualification experience, including at a high tier global law firm and/or asset manager, ideally both.
• Technical expertise in derivatives: products (cleared and uncleared), documentation, negotiation and market structure. Expertise in the other products listed above greatly welcomed.
• Good understanding of the related UK and EU regulatory frameworks a strong plus US regulatory knowledge also welcome. Artificial intelligence or automated tools may be used to assist in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants for this position.