A prestigious opportunity has arisen for a Structured Notes Lawyer at Vice President level to join the highly respected Legal Department of Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) in London. As one of the world’s leading financial institutions, MUFG offers an exceptional platform for legal professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact within a global network that values integrity, responsibility, and sustainable growth. This role is ideal for a mid-level legal counsel with a passion for structured products and a desire to work collaboratively across diverse teams and jurisdictions. You will be empowered to provide expert legal advice and transactional support to the structured notes businesses, engaging directly with clients and business units on complex matters. MUFG’s commitment to nurturing talent, fostering long-term relationships, and supporting professional development ensures you will have every opportunity to grow your career in an inclusive, supportive environment.

What you'll do:

• Provide comprehensive legal advice, review, draft, and negotiate documentation for structured notes across a wide spectrum of products and underlying asset classes.
• Advise on the structuring and establishment of new and complex products as well as innovative business initiatives within the structured notes space.
• Engage directly with clients during negotiations and assist business units in explaining intricate product features in an accessible manner.
• Offer strategic guidance on legal, regulatory, reputational, and documentation matters related to structured notes transactions.
• Analyse third-party distribution into multiple jurisdictions while managing associated legal and regulatory risks effectively.
• Deliver training sessions on legal and regulatory issues to employees across the Firm, enhancing overall compliance awareness.
• Participate actively in working groups and committees to contribute your expertise towards firm-wide projects and policy development.
• Efficiently manage external law firm engagements and monitor legal spend to ensure cost-effective service delivery.
• Support both MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities EMEA plc on an entity-neutral basis, maintaining integrity across all responsibilities.
• Identify potential conflicts of interest between entities promptly and escalate them appropriately to ensure robust governance.

What you bring:

• 5-7 years’ post-qualification experience gained either in private practice at a major law firm or in-house at a significant financial institution is essential for this position.
• A university degree in law coupled with strong technical understanding of structured notes transactions is required.
• Demonstrated commercial awareness regarding current market trends and regulatory developments affecting structured products is highly valued.
• Proven ability to build effective stakeholder relationships quickly through excellent interpersonal skills is necessary.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills are vital for explaining complex legal concepts clearly to non-technical audiences.
• Experience supporting new or developing business lines with a flexible mindset suited to navigating uncertainty is advantageous.
• A collaborative approach with proven success operating within team-oriented or matrix environments is important.
• A proactive attitude combined with enthusiasm for driving positive change within an organisation is expected.
• International outlook with sensitivity towards cultural differences enhances your suitability for this global role.
• Efficient working style marked by independence, urgency, commercial acumen, pragmatism, curiosity, and accountability rounds out your profile.

What sets this company apart:

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group stands out as one of the most trusted names in global finance—a reputation built over centuries through unwavering commitment to integrity, responsibility, and client partnership. With its headquarters in Tokyo but operations spanning every major region worldwide, MUFG offers employees unique access to international markets while fostering an inclusive culture rooted in fairness and transparency. The Legal Department exemplifies this ethos by encouraging collaboration across entities so that every team member feels supported regardless of location or function. Professional development is prioritised through ongoing training opportunities tailored not only towards technical proficiency but also personal growth—ensuring that each individual can reach their full potential within the organisation’s supportive leadership structure. At MUFG, diversity is celebrated as a source of strength; employees are encouraged to share ideas openly knowing their voices matter within this communal environment dedicated to sustainable progress for society at large.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career forward with one of the world’s most respected financial institutions—and make a real difference—this could be the perfect next step for you.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to connecting with talented individuals who share our vision for excellence.