Vantage is a global multi-asset trading platform providing clients with access to a wide range of financial markets, including CFDs across forex, indices, commodities, and other asset classes. With a strong presence in multiple jurisdictions, Vantage is committed to delivering innovative trading solutions while maintaining the highest standards of regulatory compliance and client protection.
As our business continues to grow, we are looking to expand our legal team in Australia and are seeking a commercially minded Legal Counsel to support our regulatory, commercial, and product initiatives.
Role Overview
This role will primarily focus on Australian financial services regulation and will work closely with internal stakeholders to manage legal risk, draft and negotiate commercial agreements, and provide practical legal advice to support business operations.
The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of Australian financial services laws, ASIC regulatory requirements, and AFSL licensing obligations relevant to CFDs. The role will also involve advising on other financial instruments that may be introduced as the business evolves.
Key Responsibilities
Regulatory & Financial Services
* Provide legal advice on Australian financial services laws and regulatory obligations, including requirements under the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) framework and AFSL licensing regime.
* Support regulatory compliance relating to CFDs and other financial products, including client documentation, disclosures, and internal policies.
* Work closely with the Compliance team on regulatory matters, incident reporting, and regulatory developments.
Commercial & Contracting
Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements, including:
* Technology and SaaS agreements.
* Liquidity provider agreements.
* Vendor and outsourcing agreements.
Marketing and partnership agreements
* Review and maintain client-facing documentation such as Terms & Conditions, Client Agreements, Privacy Policies, and Risk Disclosure statements.
Product & Business Support
* Provide legal support on product launches, trading services, and new business initiatives.
* Collaborate with internal teams including Compliance, Trading, Marketing, Finance, and Operations.
* Deliver clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice to support business decision-making.
* Identify and manage legal risks relating to trading operations, financial promotions, and client disputes.
* Support corporate governance matters and assist in managing external legal counsel where required.
* Provide internal legal guidance on key legal and regulatory issues.
Candidate Profile
* LLB or JD with a valid Australian practising certificate.
* At least 3–6 years' post-qualification experience (PQE), ideally within financial services, fintech, brokerage, or trading platforms.
* Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts.
* Strong understanding of Australian financial services regulation and the ASIC regulatory framework.
* Ability to provide clear, pragmatic, and commercially focused legal advice to business stakeholders.
* Comfortable working in a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.
* Mandarin language capability would be considered advantageous.
What We Offer
* Opportunity to work in a growing global fintech and trading business.
* Exposure to complex regulatory and commercial matters within the financial services industry.
* Collaborative and entrepreneurial working environment.
* Hybrid working arrangement.
* Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
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