Director, Associate General Counsel
On-siteLondon, England, United Kingdom
Job Summary
Lead counsel for all commercial license transactions supporting ICE's global proprietary exchange data business, drafting and negotiating product licenses for exchange traded products, index, benchmark, and data feed agreements. Advise on regulatory matters impacting exchange data and derivative markets, with emphasis on CFTC, FCA, ESMA, and SEC frameworks, while monitoring evolving developments to translate implications for business strategy. Structure and execute complex, multi-party licensing arrangements with exchanges, data vendors, institutional clients, and technology partners. Provide substantive legal guidance on emerging areas including digital assets and AI-driven legal operations, partnering with business and technology teams on the creation and governance of AI tools. Engage directly with C-suite and SVP-level executives to provide actionable legal guidance, manage outside counsel relationships, and collaborate across internal legal practices.
Required Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent legal qualification
- Admission to the bar in New York, England & Wales, or another relevant jurisdiction
- Expert legal experience with a substantive focus on commercial licensing, financial products, or capital markets
- Demonstrated expertise in derivative exchange markets
- Working knowledge of CFTC, FCA, ESMA, and SEC regulatory regimes
- Proven track record in drafting and negotiating complex commercial license agreements, including data, product, and software licenses
- Experience advising senior business executives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment
Desired Qualifications
- In-house counsel experience at a financial exchange, market data business, or financial technology firm
- Familiarity with digital assets, crypto market structure, or tokenized financial products
- Experience with AI governance frameworks, technology licensing, or data rights in the context of machine learning
- Dual qualification or cross-border practice experience (US and UK/EU)
- Commercial acumen with ability to balance legal risk against business objectives
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Executive presence and credibility with C-suite and senior stakeholders
- Intellectual curiosity and adaptability in emerging technology and regulatory landscapes
- Collaborative team player with ability to work independently across time zones
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