Assistant General Counsel

DTCC London, England Posted jan 16, 2026

Contract
Hybrid
Junior

Job description

This Assistant General Counsel role is focused on paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. It would suit someone who can bring do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? to the role.

Why this role may suit you

Advise on complex legal and regulatory matters under English and EU law, providing clear, actionable guidance to business leaders. Advise on policies and procedures specific to the institutional trade processing business’ activities in the UK.

What you would be doing

Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Supporting DTCC’s institutional trade processing business in advance of upcoming shortened settlement cycle transitions in UK and European markets. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact.

The working style that fits

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? Strong professional approach.

What you need

  • 8 to 15 years post-qualification experience (PQE) or equivalent.
  • Experience advising clients in the financial services industry, ideally with experience working in a UK office of a North American financial institution.
  • Qualified lawyer authorized to practice in the UK (e.g. solicitor or barrister with current practicing certificate for England and Wales).

Practical information

  • DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days Onsite and 2 days remote (Onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).
  • Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive.
  • Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location.
  • Additional detail: Pension support may be included.
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