Trade Compliance Lawyer Job at Axiom Law (London)

Commercial Banking Lawyer

We are seeking a Commercial Banking Attorney with strong trade finance experienc...

Location

United States

Salary:

140000.00 USD / Year

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

JD or equivalent with active bar membership in good standing
At least 3 years of legal experience in a commercial banking or financial services environment
Demonstrated experience with trade finance instruments and commercial lending structures
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and communicate clearly in a remote or client-facing environment

Job Responsibility

Draft, review, and negotiate commercial banking agreements and trade finance documents, including those related to receivables, payables, supply chain, and inventory finance
Advise clients on the structuring and legal risks of trade and project finance transactions
Support contract negotiations and documentation for purchase orders, contract finance, and commercial lending matters
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align legal strategy with business goals
Provide regulatory and compliance counsel as needed for financial transactions
Stay current on banking laws and trade finance regulations affecting client operations

What we offer

health benefits
401k
professional development tools and resources
learning and development programs

Legal Counsel Customs and Export Controls Governance

As a (Junior) Legal Counsel Customs and Export Controls Governance (m/f/d), you ...

Location

Salary:

Not provided

FMS USA Fresenius Mgmt Services Inc

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Fully qualified lawyer, incl. above-average university degree
At least 2 years of relevant experience in customs and export controls in an international law firm and/or in-house legal department of an internationally operating and complex corporation, specializing in customs and export control matters
Good knowledge of global trade, including customs, and export control laws and regulations
Knowledge of relevant commercial, tax and supply chain processes
Ability to understand and apply regulatory requirements to business operations
Experience with relevant trade compliance tools or willingness to learn
Excellent written and spoken English, additional languages highly welcome
Innovation Mindset: embrace use of technology, automation and data analytics
Ability to work autonomously and to remotely
Ability to interpret complex customs and export control laws and regulations and apply them to real-world situations

Job Responsibility

Provide legal advice, counsel and guidance and on a range of trade governance matters such as customs and export controls, free trade agreements, special customs regimes and related risk management issues
Ensure that FME and affiliates operate globally in accordance with applicable trade governance laws and regulations, as well as applicable and relevant internal policies
Support and advise on the development and optimization of supply chains and flows of goods to achieve cost optimization in accordance with global trade laws
Support the integration and automation of trade governance processes into FME‘s global operations and processes from a legal perspective
Support the development, implementation and continuous improvement of Global Standard Operating Procedures (GSOPs) for customs and export controls, providing legal guidance and review in collaboration with stakeholders
Continuous review of customs and export controls legislation and its applicability to FME business models and transactions
Legal support and guidance in customs broker engagement and performance reviews
Collaboration with stakeholders and the Customs and Export Controls Governance team for assessing training needs
Support global development and customization of trainings to FME professionals involved in trade-related activities
Support the coordination of global support for handling trade authorities' audits, reviews and challenges

Derivatives Lawyer

We are seeking a Derivatives Lawyer to join our expanding bench of legal profess...

Location

Canada , Toronto

Salary:

Not provided

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

8+ years of experience in derivatives, trading, or capital markets law, ideally from a major law firm, financial institution and/or in-house legal team
Deep familiarity with Canadian derivatives regulation and related securities law frameworks
Actively licensed and in good standing as a lawyer in a Canadian province

Job Responsibility

Draft, negotiate, and advise a variety of derivatives and trading agreements
Provide legal advice on regulatory, compliance, and transactional issues affecting derivatives and financial markets activities
Support clients in understanding and managing legal and regulatory risks across trading and investment operations
Monitor regulatory developments and assess their impact on business practices and documentation

What we offer

Medical
dental
professional development resources
learning and development programs

New

Senior Compliance Product Manager - International Expansion

In this role, you will be the Product Manager driving the systems and programs r...

Location

United States

Salary:

183600.00 - 216000.00 USD / Year

Dandy

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2-5+ years of product management or technical program management experience, managing ambiguous software programs from requirements through launch and optimization
Strong technical background with ability to understand system architecture, APIs, infrastructure, and technical dependencies
Proven ability to manage complex stakeholder needs
High bias for action—you move quickly, remove blockers, and drive toward solutions
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for translating technical concepts into clear, actionable language

Job Responsibility

Drive Product Definition and Roadmap: Partner with Legal, Security, and Engineering to translate regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, HDS, EU Data Act) into detailed product requirements, and a prioritized roadmap for compliance features and infrastructure
Serve as the Cross-Functional Leader: Act as the primary interface between legal, security, engineering, and business stakeholders, maintaining clear communication on compliance progress, risks, and trade-offs
Facilitate Technical Alignment: Drive the technical discovery and decision-making process for compliance architecture, ensuring the global platform is secure, performant, and resilient across diverse international requirements
Resolve Blockers and Mitigate Risk: Actively identify and resolve cross-team dependencies, resource conflicts, and execution bottlenecks before they impact delivery
Lead and manage relationships with external compliance vendors, third-party audit partners, and international regulatory lawyers to drive consensus on local requirements and facilitate new market entry

What we offer

Offers Equity
healthcare
dental
mental health support
parental planning resources
retirement savings options
generous paid time off

Fulltime

Paralegal

Location

United States , New York

Salary:

100000.00 - 115000.00 USD / Year

Arrow Search Partners

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Paralegal certification preferred
3-5 years of related paralegal experience at a public company or Biglaw firm
Workiva, EDGAR, Diligent, and DocuSign experience preferred
Notary public preferred or willingness to obtain certification
Excellent attention to detail and processes
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Job Responsibility

Manage securities law compliance including insider trading, pre-clearance, and quarterly blackout processes
Coordinate preparation of proxy statements including preparing beneficial ownership
Prepare and file forms under Section 16 of the Exchange Act
Track stock ownership of directors and officers, work on the transition to EDGAR Next, interact with third-party equity plan administrator, and related research
Assist with electronic and physical legal filing systems including data retention, contract management database, and policy tracker
Assist lawyers in capital markets transactions and public company filings by preparing closing checklists, obtaining signatures, monitoring status of deliverables and providing materials for due diligence
Assist with general legal department and corporate governance related tasks
Conduct legal research under supervision of lawyers

Derivatives Lawyer

We are currently seeking a Derivatives Lawyer to work with various Axiom clients...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and cross-functionally under time-sensitive conditions
Eligibility to practice as a lawyer in the UK with full right to work
2 years of relevant experience supporting a financial institution

Job Responsibility

Provide practical and commercially focused advice to key stakeholders on complex OTC and exchange-traded derivatives transactions for both sell-side and buy-side clients
Support strategic projects driven by regulatory and political developments (e.g., Brexit, Initial Margin phases 4 & 5), ensuring compliance with evolving standards
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of derivatives documentation, including ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, and clearing documentation
Maintain strong knowledge of clearing rules, CCP requirements, and derivative asset classes (Equity, Fixed Income, Credit, FX, Commodities)
Advise on risk mitigation strategies, including netting arrangements, collateral management, and custody solutions for margin and settlement
Collaborate on the development of new products and market structures, including prime brokerage and securities financing solutions
Provide direct guidance to business clients on regulatory change and practical solutions within the dynamic financial services environment

What we offer

health benefits
pension
professional development resources
learning and development programs

Credit Lawyer

Join the Legal team to protect Barclays, its employees, and its brands while ens...

Location

United Kingdom , London

Salary:

Not provided

Barclays

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Be a qualified lawyer
Have prior experience in financial services activities in-house and/or private practice, particularly in trading and finance
Have excellent drafting and negotiation skills
Have the ability to navigate complex legal and regulatory issues across a broad range of products in a fast paced and deadline driven environment

Job Responsibility

Development and implementation of best practice legal strategies to manage compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations
Legal advice and support to the business units in the Markets division on matters arising from the relevant products/services provided by the Markets division
Subject matter support in the Legal department’s representation of the bank in legal proceedings related to the Markets business units such as litigation, arbitration, and regulatory investigations
Creation and review of legal documents for the business units in the Markets division to ensure the bank’s compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations
Maintaining and updating template legal documentation for the Markets division
Legal research and analysis to stay up to date on changes in applicable laws, rules and regulations that may impact the activities of the bank's Markets business units
Developing and delivering training programmes to educate employees on legal and regulatory requirements related to the activities of the Markets business units
Pro-active identification, communication, and provision of legal advice on applicable laws, rules and regulations (LRRs)
Keeping up to date with regards to changes to LRRs in the relevant coverage area
Ensuring that LRRs are effectively allocated to, and adequately reflected within, the relevant policies, standards and controls

What we offer

Hybrid working
Flexible working arrangements
Structured approach to hybrid working with fixed 'anchor' days
Supportive and inclusive culture and environment
Commitment to colleague wellbeing and inclusion
International scale offering variety, depth and breadth of experience
Chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues
Encouragement to embrace mobility and explore operations to build career

Fulltime

In House Counsel

We’re looking for an In House Counsel to support the General Counsel in deliveri...

Location

United Kingdom

Salary:

Not provided

360 Resourcing Solutions

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Qualified solicitor in England & Wales with around 5 years’ post‑qualification experience in commercial law, gained in private practice and/or in‑house
Demonstrable experience of managing or co‑managing commercial disputes and litigation
Excellent drafting and analytical skills, with an eye for detail and an ability to simplify complex legal issues into clear, actionable guidance
Strong stakeholder management and ability to build trusted relationships with senior commercial leaders
Ability to take matters falling outside of their comfort zone and learn from it
Ability to operate effectively, triaging and prioritising workload and delivering clear advice at speed to non‑lawyers
Commercially minded and solutions‑focused, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
Resilient and adaptable
Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across functions and is willing to “roll up sleeves” to support colleagues during peak trading periods or key projects
High levels of integrity with sound judgement on when to escalate issues

Job Responsibility

Drafting, negotiating and advising colleagues on commercial contracts
Managing a portfolio of commercial and retail and wholesale supply disputes and debt recovery claims
Drafting and negotiating settlement agreements, waivers and releases, and advising on litigation strategy, litigation risk, proportionality and cost/benefit
Supporting internal investigations into incidents, complaints, and coordinating document preservation, evidence gathering and internal reporting
Advising on data protection and privacy issues and supporting compliance with UK GDPR and relevant guidance
Assisting with compliance matters including in competition law, AML, Sanctions, and ECCTA fields

What we offer

Competitive salary
Pension
22 days annual leave plus bank holidays
Onsite parking

Fulltime

Trade Compliance Lawyer

Axiom Law

Location:
United Kingdom , London

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Employment contract, B2B

Salary:

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Job Posted:
January 05, 2026

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