At HSBC, our purpose is opening up a world of opportunity and by joining our team, you can be part of something bigger We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible.Here in France, you’ll help evolve and grow our business. Are you curious? Do you have a true interest for trade and receivable finance? Do you enjoy working in a multicultural and fast-paced environment? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from youWhat you will do: You will provide legal advice, guidance and support to HSBC’s Commercial Banking (CMB) business and specifically to the Global Trade Solutions (GTS) business, with a particular focus on matters arising in France and, when required, HSBC Continental Europe’s branches, including matters that may be complex or may have some impactYou will be considered a trusted adviser to the business by ensuring that commercially sensitive, pragmatic and practical legal support and advice is provided to CMB and the GTS businessesYou will provide support and guidance to CMB and the GTS businesses regarding legal risks arising in jobholder’s area of expertiseIn this role you will:Be able to adapt work style to meet complex and varied workloadsBe able to think independently and to prioritize workloads in terms of legal risk and commercial considerationDeepen knowledge of areas of specialtyEnhance relationship with higher levels of management inspiring confidence of customers/stakeholdersWork in coordination with other HSBC legal departments in France and around the world and support the Group's lawyers in your area of expertiseAt HSBC, our purpose is opening up a world of opportunity and by joining our team, you can be part of something bigger We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible.Here in France, you’ll help evolve and grow our business. Are you curious? Do you have a true interest for trade and receivable finance? Do you enjoy working in a multicultural and fast-paced environment? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we want to hear from youWhat you will do: You will provide legal advice, guidance and support to HSBC’s Commercial Banking (CMB) business and specifically to the Global Trade Solutions (GTS) business, with a particular focus on matters arising in France and, when required, HSBC Continental Europe’s branches, including matters that may be complex or may have some impactYou will be considered a trusted adviser to the business by ensuring that commercially sensitive, pragmatic and practical legal support and advice is provided to CMB and the GTS businessesYou will provide support and guidance to CMB and the GTS businesses regarding legal risks arising in jobholder’s area of expertiseIn this role you will:Be able to adapt work style to meet complex and varied workloadsBe able to think independently and to prioritize workloads in terms of legal risk and commercial considerationDeepen knowledge of areas of specialtyEnhance relationship with higher levels of management inspiring confidence of customers/stakeholdersWork in coordination with other HSBC legal departments in France and around the world and support the Group's lawyers in your area of expertiseYou should apply if you have: A qualification in French banking law and trade finance lawA comprehensive knowledge and experience of English banking and trade finance law and transactions as well as the ability to communicate and work in the English language (written and spoken) - this is essentialA working knowledge of the laws in the major jurisdictions in which HSBC Continental Europe operates - this would be advantageousCommunication and inter-personal skillsEven if you feel you do not meet 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply, if you believe this role is right for you.What you’ll get in return:Not only is HSBC a great place to work, but we also offer the following unique and exciting opportunities and benefitsHSBC has been certified “Top Employer 2024” in Europe. This recognition from the Top Employers Institute rewards our HR practices and recognises HSBC as an HR Leader in France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland and Spain. HSBC in France has been certified with LinkedIn Top Employer 2024 for Finance, recognising our team as a great place to work within the Finance industry.A unique and flexible working environment:Advantageous remote working agreementDiversity and Inclusion is at the heart of our business: joining HSBC will give you the opportunity to work in a collegiate and supportive environmentYou’ll be able to join our Employee Resource Groups that bring together colleagues with shared characteristics and common interestsUsual local benefits (refund of transport fees at 50%, 5 weeks of paid vacation RTT)Family events days off, additional maternity or breastfeeding leave, advantageous paternity leave, parental presence or dependency support leave (for child or parent with disability)A Time Savings Account to monetize your untaken off days (CET)Family benefits:Partial reimbursement of childcare costsVarious bonus (birth bonus, back-to-school bonus for your children up to 25, parental bonusAn allowance for parents of children with disabilitiesPossibility to work part-timeFinancial benefits: A company savings plan and a savings plan for collective retirement Meal voucher card or corporate restaurant depending on your place of employmentMutual insurance for you and your family, and a pension contract to protect your loved onesA loyalty bonus and a long-service medal rewarding seniorityHoliday vouchers based on your reference tax incomeCESUs (for tax purposes) if you are disabled or if you have a disabled child, spouse or parentA Work Council which offers, among other things, ticketing, travel, sports, legal aid, etc.Personal development benefits:Access to our Degreed platform (learning platform above all, that you can use to discover learning content, develop skills, and successfully meet new business challenges)We’ll help you progress your career, including access to development programmes, mentoring and coaching, as well as world-class training through HSBC UniversityWe’ll give you access to resources that support your mental, physical, and social well-beingBeing open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best.If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please let us know.Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.For further information on building your career at HSBC, please visit: www.hsbc.com/careers You should apply if you have: A qualification in French banking law and trade finance lawA comprehensive knowledge and experience of English banking and trade finance law and transactions as well as the ability to communicate and work in the English language (written and spoken) - this is essentialA working knowledge of the laws in the major jurisdictions in which HSBC Continental Europe operates - this would be advantageousCommunication and inter-personal skillsEven if you feel you do not meet 100% of our qualifications, we encourage you to apply, if you believe this role is right for you.What you’ll get in return:Not only is HSBC a great place to work, but we also offer the following unique and exciting opportunities and benefitsHSBC has been certified “Top Employer 2024” in Europe. This recognition from the Top Employers Institute rewards our HR practices and recognises HSBC as an HR Leader in France, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Poland and Spain. HSBC in France has been certified with LinkedIn Top Employer 2024 for Finance, recognising our team as a great place to work within the Finance industry.A unique and flexible working environment:Advantageous remote working agreementDiversity and Inclusion is at the heart of our business: joining HSBC will give you the opportunity to work in a collegiate and supportive environmentYou’ll be able to join our Employee Resource Groups that bring together colleagues with shared characteristics and common interestsUsual local benefits (refund of transport fees at 50%, 5 weeks of paid vacation RTT)Family events days off, additional maternity or breastfeeding leave, advantageous paternity leave, parental presence or dependency support leave (for child or parent with disability)A Time Savings Account to monetize your untaken off days (CET)Family benefits:Partial reimbursement of childcare costsVarious bonus (birth bonus, back-to-school bonus for your children up to 25, parental bonusAn allowance for parents of children with disabilitiesPossibility to work part-timeFinancial benefits: A company savings plan and a savings plan for collective retirement Meal voucher card or corporate restaurant depending on your place of employmentMutual insurance for you and your family, and a pension contract to protect your loved onesA loyalty bonus and a long-service medal rewarding seniorityHoliday vouchers based on your reference tax incomeCESUs (for tax purposes) if you are disabled or if you have a disabled child, spouse or parentA Work Council which offers, among other things, ticketing, travel, sports, legal aid, etc.Personal development benefits:Access to our Degreed platform (learning platform above all, that you can use to discover learning content, develop skills, and successfully meet new business challenges)We’ll help you progress your career, including access to development programmes, mentoring and coaching, as well as world-class training through HSBC UniversityWe’ll give you access to resources that support your mental, physical, and social well-beingBeing open to different points of view is important for our business and the communities we serve. At HSBC, we’re dedicated to creating diverse and inclusive workplaces - no matter their gender, ethnicity, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age. We are committed to removing barriers and ensuring careers at HSBC are inclusive and accessible for everyone to be at their best.If you have a need that requires accommodations or changes during the recruitment process, please let us know.Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.For further information on building your career at HSBC, please visit: www.hsbc.com/careers