Description

Legal Executive - Master Agreements (Analyst)

Glasgow, 6 month contract

The Opportunity

We are partnering with, a leading global bank, to hire a Legal Executive (Master Agreements) to join their expanding UK CIB Legal team in Glasgow.

This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal, law graduate, or junior lawyer to build a career in investment banking legal, working on complex derivatives and trading documentation within a highly collaborative, international environment.

You will play a key role in negotiating and delivering master agreements that support a wide range of global trading activities.

Key Responsibilities

Master Agreement Negotiation & Execution

• Negotiate and draft a variety of trading agreements including:
• ISDA Master Agreements & CSAs
• GMRA, EFET and clearing documentation
• Give-ups and collateral arrangements
• Ensure timely execution of agreements while maintaining legal and regulatory compliance
• Conduct legal analysis on counterparties, jurisdictions, and risk considerations

Legal Advisory

• Provide high-quality legal advice to internal stakeholders across trading businesses
• Advise on appropriate contractual provisions and bespoke clauses
• Support legal risk management and enforceability frameworks

Stakeholder Management

• Act as a key point of contact for internal teams and external counsel
• Maintain strong relationships with global business units and clients
• Provide regular updates on negotiation status and portfolio activity

Process & Continuous Improvement

• Contribute to development of templates, procedures, and legal documentation standards
• Support training and knowledge sharing within the team
• Work collaboratively across global legal teams

What We're Looking For

Experience & Background

• Law degree (LLB preferred) or equivalent legal experience
• Experience in contract negotiation (any sector considered)
• Interest in investment banking, derivatives, and financial markets

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.