About the Role

Were the worlds leading provider of secure financial messaging services. We are the way the world moves value across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace, and trust that this demands, and were proud to support the global economy.

Were unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value a reliable, safe, and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. Were always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Nearly five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant.

About the Role:

• Swift is looking for a legal counsel for its Americas/UK & Ireland (AM/UK&I) legal team.

What to Expect:

• Reporting to the Lead Counsel and Head of the AM/UK&I legal team, you will be based in New York. The team works on a fully international basis, providing advisory, transactional and dispute resolution related assistance focusing on the rapidly evolving Swift offerings and the AM/UK&I region.
• You will be working on cutting-edge matters covering all aspects of Swifts extended and innovative offering to our customers, including central banks, financial market infrastructures and global transaction banks.
• You will be at the forefront of innovative technologies such as business intelligence, artificial intelligence, blockchain, and cloud.
• You will have a solid experience to advise and provide strategic input on the companys commercial transactions and initiatives including all aspects of information and communication technologies, such as licensing, sourcing and other related projects, e-business, telecoms, and cybersecurity.
• You will also actively monitor upcoming regulatory developments and enforcement trends that are relevant to the company and its offerings.
• You will join an international, collaborative and tight-knit Legal & Compliance team.
• Some travel may be required.

We are seeking professionals with:

• You will act as the first line support to Legal and Compliance related to the support of all commercial matters in the Americas.
• You will lead and coordinate the development and negotiation of the company standard legal documentation.
• You will provide legal advice on strategic commercial matters and prepare, review, and negotiate complex contracts, joint venture, and supplier agreements.
• You will oversee the design and implementation of legal policies, programs and practices ensuring the company activities comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• You will provide legal support for the company's new regional projects by undertaking research on specific legal problems/issues, by providing advice, dealing with legal risks, and drafting contractual documentation.
• You will work directly and collaborate with senior management (particularly in the US/UK&I region) and other businesses you will support for a broad range of legal and regulatory matters with a special focus on commercial and TMT/IP matters.
• You will establish yourself as their reliable and trusted advisor and will provide strategic input on those matters you are supporting them.
• You will develop and maintain excellent relationships with business stakeholders and customers.
• To maintain/ develop understanding of evolutions in relevant areas of law and regulation including commercial and competition laws, licensing issues and regulatory matters to identify potential impact on Swift operations, and (specifically) the AM/UK&I region.
• In line with policies/standards and under instructions/controls of management, to provide legal advice and counsel to management and staff worldwide on complex and diverse legal issues covering day-to-day operations, legislative trends, and changes in the law to minimise legal exposure to risks.

What will make you successful?

• A law degree and an active member of a US state bar ideally combined with an added legal education or professional experience in a different jurisdiction preferably in the commercial, financial, or technical fields. Knowledge of Belgian law is a plus.
• Ability in competition law or financial services are a nice to have.
• Fluent in English.
• At least 5 to 7 years of relevant international professional experience, ideally in a major international law firm, an international financial institution, a multinational or a FinTech company
• Very good contract drafting, negotiation, strategic thinking, and analytical skills.
• Keen interest in high-tech related matters on a global scale

Preferred qualifications:

• You are enthusiastic, curious, pragmatic and solution driven.
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent and effective written and oral communication skills
• Ability to be a reliable and trusted partner to business stakeholders.
• Highest standards of ethics and professional integrity
• Sound and practical business judgement even in complex or ambiguous situations
• Ability to work autonomously and to prioritize.
• Solid organizational skills and ability to manage multiple and different critical tasks and projects at once promptly.
• You take accountability for delivering high-quality results promptly.
• Other languages are a plus.
• You are a trustworthy team player.
• You can operate throughout rapidly changing business, operational and legal environments while remaining focused on the best outcome and a good customer experience.
• Master's Degree

The estimated salary range for a new hire into this position in New York is 138,740.00 Annual MINIMUM to 257,660.00 Annual MAXIMUM. Salary may vary depending on job-related factors which may include knowledge, skills, experience, and location. Our compensation packages include a competitive base salary and bonus opportunity for all employees contingent on personal and company performance. Our generous benefits program includes medical, dental, vision and life insurance with no premium costs for our employees and their families, and retirement plan plus matching 401k.

What we offer

We put you in control of career

We give you a competitive package

We help you perform at your best

We help you make a difference

We give you the freedom to be yourself

We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals like you with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyones voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.

If you believe you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us to request accommodation.

Dont meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.