OverviewStructured Finance Lawyer - Job level - Vice President. We’re seeking someone to join our team as a Structured Finance Lawyer in Legal and Compliance to advise on several different asset classes, including credit, rates and FX. The actual tasks the candidate will be involved in will vary from time to time, depending on business strategy and initiatives.What you will be doingProviding legal advice on structured finance transactions, including credit derivatives, structured derivative transactions, financing transactions (including loans, repos, and TRSs) and structured note issuances (including repackagings).Providing legal advice on new/existing products, including:Advising on development of new product structures for distribution in EMEA focusing on management of legal and reputation risk.Assessing and advising on UK and EU legal and regulatory requirements, including monitoring and advising on developments.Advising on restructuring and unwinds of existing transactions and products.Helping with the development of template documentation.Assisting with legal questions arising in respect of bespoke transactions.Other ad-hoc queries, which may include reviewing other types of documentation, including e.g. venue access agreements, services agreements or broker agreements.In addition, the Fixed Income Legal team often supports divisional or firm wide initiatives, so the candidate will have an opportunity to work on a varied set of issues beyond fixed income transactions.What we’re looking forA Lawyer with strong derivatives trading and structured finance transactions experience.Experience in credit derivatives would be preferred, but not essential.England and Wales qualified.Good knowledge of EU/UK financial services regulation.At least 5-8 years' relevant experience would generally be expected to find the skills required for this role.Where you’ll be basedThis role is based in 20 Bank Street, London. The office attendance for this role is typically four days per week.What you can expect from Morgan StanleyWe are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values — putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back — guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. We offer a supportive and empowering environment with opportunities to learn, grow and move across the business for those who show passion and grit in their work. We also provide attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks.To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.Equal OpportunityMorgan Stanley is an equal opportunities employer. We work to provide a supportive and inclusive environment where all individuals can maximize their full potential. Our workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from diverse global communities and backgrounds. #J-18808-Ljbffr