Debt Capital Markets Lawyer - AVP

About the role

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is seeking a Debt Capital Markets Lawyer to join its EMEA Legal Department in London. It is an in-house role for a junior lawyer with 2-4 years' post-qualification experience, supporting the Capital Markets Group and providing legal advice on debt capital markets transactions to internal stakeholders and external clients.

Key responsibilities

• Provide legal advice, review, draft and negotiate documentation for debt capital markets transactions across multiple product lines
• Support the structuring and establishment of new products and innovative business initiatives
• Engage with clients during negotiations and explain complex products to technical and non-technical audiences
• Advise on regulatory matters, reputational considerations and documentation issues
• Deliver training on legal and regulatory developments to employees across the Firm
• Take part in working groups and committees, and manage relationships with external law firms while controlling legal spend
• Collaborate with colleagues in MUFG Bank and MUFG Securities EMEA plc, identify conflicts between entities and escalate them appropriately
• Adhere strictly to regulatory requirements while supporting both business arms

Required profile

• University degree in law with 2-4 years' post-qualification experience, gained at a major law firm or another significant financial institution
• Strong technical understanding of debt capital markets transactions and awareness of market trends and regulatory changes
• Proven experience in team-oriented or matrix environments with colleagues at different seniority levels
• International outlook, commercial judgement and ability to work under pressure

The advert closes on 5 October 2026. Flexible working requests can be considered in line with organisational requirements.