Legal Counsel (London)

About G-20 Group 

G-20 Group is a leading cross-asset trading firm active in delta-one and derivatives markets. Established in 2010, G-20 offers liquidity solutions, treasury management, and institutional advisory services. We are supported by an outstanding team of professionals, with a robust global presence in EMEA, Americas, and APAC. 

Role Overview 

We are seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to lead and support our Legal and Compliance functions, particularly within the crypto and cross-asset trading space. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in financial contracts and regulatory frameworks, with the ability to draft, negotiate, and manage legal documentation such as Service Agreements, ISDAs, SAFTs, and other commercial and transactional contracts. 

You should be a problem-solver at heart, capable of working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, evolving environment. A strong interest in legal automation and process efficiency is highly desirable. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Draft, review, and negotiate legal agreements including: ISDAs (International Swaps  and Derivatives Association Agreements) SAFTs (Simple Agreements for Future  Tokens) Service agreements, NDAs (Non-Disclosure Agreements), partnership  contracts, and other standard commercial agreements. 
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks and implications of business decisions. 
• Monitor and interpret relevant laws and regulatory developments across jurisdictions (with a focus on crypto and digital assets). 
• Lead or support regulatory filings and compliance efforts where needed. 
• Work with external counsel as required on complex or jurisdiction-specific matters. 
• Identify opportunities to automate and streamline legal workflows.
• Build scalable legal processes to support a growing business. 
• Contribute to the development of internal policies and processes that align with  regulatory and legal best practices. 

• Lawyer qualified to practice in UK and/or Swiss jurisdictions. 
• Some post-qualification experience, preferably in fintech, trading, or crypto related industries. 
• Proven experience in corporate law, drafting service agreements, and advising on  derivatives and cryptocurrency matters. 
• Strong understanding of compliance requirements and regulatory frameworks in multiple jurisdictions. 
• Hands-on approach to solving legal issues within a business context; prior in-house  legal experience strongly preferred. 
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to non-legal  stakeholders. 
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams. 
• Highly ethical and trustworthy, operating with utmost integrity and confidentiality. 
• Demonstrates strong business acumen and commercial awareness. 
• Adaptive to the evolving needs of the business and of the financial services sector. 

Location and Right to work: We are hiring for our London or Zurich offices with the expectation of the candidate being on-site. Only candidates who possess the qualifications for the relevant jurisdiction(s) and who possess the pre-existing right to work in the UK or Zurich without requiring company sponsorship need apply (British Citizen, PR holder, Swiss national, B/C permit or equivalent).  

Join G-20 and be a part of a team that is at the forefront of financial markets, driving innovation and excellence in the sector.