Seleamah John Jules
Watford
Summary
Experienced Paralegal known for delivering comprehensive legal support across various cases. Skilled in drafting legal documents, conducting research, and liaising with clients, leading to favourable case outcomes. Instrumental in streamlining case management processes, resulting in improved efficiency and client satisfaction.
Takes on challenging new role, harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration, and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work history
ISDA Derivatives Remediation Analyst
Undisclosed Investment Management Company
Canary Wharf, Tower Hamlets
07.2025 - 12.2025
- Remediated over 400 OTC FX Derivatives Agreements to ensure regulatory compliance and documentation accuracy.
- Developed strategic problem statements to enhance process efficiency and risk mitigation.
- Reviewed and analysed OTC FX Master Agreements, extracting key legal data for dispute resolution.
- Critically reviewed and analysed fund structure set-ups including all fund structure client on-boarding documentation.
- Demonstrated strong understanding of UMR, EU EMIR, UK EMIR and Dodd-Frank
- Critically analysed regulatory requirements pertinent to VMCSA agreements.
- Supported commercial operations management for effective lifecycle oversight and operational excellence.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including legal and collateral, to resolve operational trade disputes.
- Performed peer review of remediated legal data.
Legal Counsel
Monex Europe - Payment Services
London
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Acted as first point of contact for internal and external legal queries.
- Acted as a point of contact for data privacy ('GDPR') matters and managed GDPR inbox.
- Initiated and created a Work in Progress template ('WIP') for Monex Europe legal team members and senior management.
- Assisted the head of legal EMEA with company secretarial duties.
- Assisted the head of legal EMEA with re-drafting Monex FX Terms of Business (Spanish entity).
- Assembled detailed handbooks, procedures, and advisory documentation.
- Worked closely with other departments to oversee and provide legal guidance on transfer of 200 clients from one Monex branch to another Monex US entity.
- Coordinated with law firms, external suppliers, and internal finance team to oversee legal budget and invoices.
- Drafted and negotiated, FX sales and trading agreements for funds, corporate, financial institutions such as: NDAs, Terms and Conditions, ISDA Master Agreements: ISDAs, CSAs, VMCSAs, Parental Guarantee, EMIR Regulatory Agreements, Margin Facility Agreements, Termination Agreements, Default Notices, Novation Agreements and Amendment Agreements.
- Reviewed, drafted and negotiated, corporate agreements such as: Vendor and Supplier Agreements, Employment Contracts, and TUPE related documentation.
Legal Counsel
Monex Europe - Payment Services
London
01.2024 - 02.2025
- Acted as first point of contact for internal and external legal queries.
- Acted as point of contact for data privacy (GDPR) matters and managed GDPR inbox.
- Initiated and created Work in Progress template ('WIP') for Monex Europe 3 legal team members and senior management.
- Assisted head of legal EMEA with company secretariat duties.
- Assisted head of legal EMEA with re-drafting Monex FX Terms of Business (Spanish entity).
- Assembled detailed handbooks, procedures, and advisory documentation.
- Worked closely with other departments to oversee transfer of clients from one Monex branch to another Monex US entity.
- Coordinated with law firms, external suppliers, and internal finance team to oversee legal budget and invoices.
- Drafted and negotiated, FX sales and trading agreements for funds, corporate, financial institutions such as: NDAs, Terms and Conditions, ISDA Master Agreements- ISDAs, CSAs, VMCSAs, Parental Guarantee, EMIR Regulatory Agreements, Margin Facility Agreements, Termination Agreements, Default Notices, Novation Agreements and Amendment Agreements.
- Reviewed, drafted and negotiated, corporate agreements such as: Vendor and Supplier Agreements, Employment Contracts, and TUPE related documentation.
ISDA Advisory Associate (Buy-side)
Validus Risk Management
London
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Acted as SME for portfolio of 10 clients and their internal queries.
- Managed legal inbox and updated Monday.com accordingly.
- Facilitated completion of all client on-boarding requirements for funds, and corporate clients.
- Drafted and negotiated OTC legal documentation such as: Long and short-form confirmations, NDAs, ISDAs, CSAs, VMCSAs, Guarantees, and side-letters.
- Ensured clarity in delivering legal guidance across team and client interactions.
- Delivered step-by-step solutions to clients to resolve client and derivatives documentation issues.
Paralegal - Short term contract
Bny Mellon
London
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisted 3 senior legal counsels by conducting extensive legal research.
- Ensured up-to-date knowledge of laws by attending continuous professional development courses.
- Streamlined administrative tasks for increased efficiency in office operations.
- Drafted and reviewed legal documents for accuracy and completeness.
- Managed high volume of cases simultaneously, demonstrating strong organisational skills.
- Monitored legislation changes, keeping team informed promptly.
- Utilised advanced written communication skills when drafting correspondence or reports.
- Updated legal databases to improve information retrieval.
- Checked legal forms for correctness before handing them over to solicitors.
ISDA Legal Consultant
Société Générale
Canary Wharf
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed and co-ordinated legal inbox and all legal queries relating to project.
- Defined and managed legal re-papering strategy for DPS, FX transactions, OTC Master Agreements, and Repo Agreements.
- Established streamlined communication via regular updates on work-in-progress.
- Negotiated and drafted trading documentation addressing Brexit-related changes.
- Developed and maintained central data repository from client-provided lists.
ISDA Legal Consultant End Client
Société Générale
Canary Wharf
01.2020 - 08.2021
- Managed and co-ordinated legal inbox and all legal queries relating to project.
- Defined and managed legal repapering strategy for DPS, FX transactions, OTC Master Agreements, and Repo Agreements.
- Repapered over 400 trading agreements.
- Established streamlined communication via regular updates on work-in-progress.
- Negotiated and drafted trading documentation addressing Brexit-related changes.
- Developed and maintained central data repository from client-provided lists.
ISDA Consultant – Project
undisclosed Big Four Company
London
12.2019 - 01.2020
- Implementation of relevant legislation postponed
- Reviewed company policies regularly, aligning them with changing legal requirements.
- Devised detailed project plans with clear milestones, encouraging team focus and direction.
- Liaised closely with clients throughout consulting process, ensuring satisfaction at every stage.
Paralegal/ISDA Derivatives Legal Consultant
MUFG Bank
London
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Drafted and negotiated BAU trading agreements, such as ISDAs, CSAs, VMCSAs, GMRAs, GMSLAs, Corporate Guarantees, NDAs, Legal Briefs, Memos, Power of Attorney.
- Acted as subject matter expert for enhancement of global documentation system and helped manage quality control checks.
- Successfully repaper over 850 trading agreements in preparation for Brexit.
- Escalated missing or inconsistent documentation to head of legal ensuring, 100% counterparty compliance.
ISDA Derivatives Legal Consultant
MUFG Bank
London
07.2018 - 06.2019
- Drafted and negotiated BAU trading agreements, such as ISDA's, CSA's, VMCSA's, GMRA's, GMSLA's, Corporate Guarantees, NDAs, Legal Briefs, Memos, Power of Attorney.
- Acted as subject matter expert for enhancement of global documentation system and helped manage quality control checks.
- Successfully repaper over 850 trading agreements in preparation for Brexit.
- Conducted thorough due diligence, mitigation of potential risks achieved.
- Escalated missing or inconsistent documentation to head of legal ensuring 100% counterparty compliance.
Legal Advisor Trading Floor
Investec Bank
London
03.2018 - 07.2018
- Acted as SME for internal and external queries.
- Managed first-level legal communications on all matters related to FX and FX Prime Brokerage.
- Assisted with management of legal inbox.
- Drafted and negotiated various trading documentation such asISDAs, CSAs, VMCSAs, GMRAs, GMSLAs, andFXPBs.
- Drafted and negotiated Confidentiality Agreements, Licenses, Online Trading agreements, Online Platform Agreements, Master Give-up Agreements, and in-house FX Trading Agreements.
- Contributed to developing FX Platform from legal viewpoint.
- Performed comprehensive legal evaluations on counterparties and jurisdictions for Sales & Trading engagements.
ISDA Negotiator
NatWest Markets
London
02.2015 - 09.2017
- Served as subject matter expert for FX PB, FX Designation Notices, and FOAs, andGive-up Agreement queries.
- Spearheaded formulation and rollout of Global Electronic Give-up Agreements framework.
- Drafted and negotiated Brokerage Agreements, FOA, MCA's, FX PB's, FX Designation Notices, Give-up Agreements, Amendments and Termination Agreements.
- Developed comprehensive playbooks tailored for ETD operations.
Legal Documentation Specialist, and Documentation Administration Team Leader
UBS
London
01.2011 - 01.2015
- Acted as point of contact for offshore legal documentation inquiries.
- Drafted, negotiated and executed vanilla trading documentation such as ISDAs, CSAs, GMRAS and Euroclear Triparty. Documentation for Banks and Corporations.
- Established and integrated in-house guidelines.
- Monitored and verified all execution copies submitted by offshore Legal Documentation teams to ensure compliance.
- Supervised two legal assistants in handling completed negotiations and trading agreements.
- Simplified complex information to produce clear, user-friendly documents.
- Refined workflow systems, resulting in improved productivity within Documentation Department.
Legal Analyst
Barclays Capital
London
01.2009 - 01.2011
- Assisted with the drafting of client documentation.
- Closed/completed, all fully executed Master documentation
- Drove productivity by 90%, prioritising tasks effectively amidst stringent deadlines.
- Executed document reviews meticulously for accurate data extraction and interpretation.
- Undertook thorough due diligence for risk mitigation during mergers and acquisitions.
- Attained proficiency in regulatory compliance by staying updated on latest legislations.
Legal Assistant
Barclays Capital
London
12.2006 - 01.2009
- Acted as primary point of contact for Legal Emerging Markets, Prime Services, Barclays Capital Fund Solutions, Fixed Income and FX Structuring Teams and Assistant General Counsel.
- Ensured internal and external client satisfaction with timely and accurate communication.
- Managed highly confidential information with utmost discretion and professionalism.
- Reviewed and edited legal correspondence for accuracy and clarity.
- Coordinated meetings, enhancing team collaboration and productivity.
- Liaised directly with clients to establish strong professional relationships.
- Drafted and submitted legal documents to senior staff for review and approval.
PA/Executive Assistant to 3 MP's
Crowell & Moring
City of London
04.2006 - 12.2006
- Coordinated travel arrangements for 3 Managing Partners, resulting in smooth business trips.
- Improved output quality by proofreading documents before distribution.
- Handled incoming calls professionally, ensuring excellent customer service delivery.
- Drafted correspondence, enhancing corporate image.
- Prioritised tasks for improved productivity.
- Managed complex diaries, ensuring seamless executive schedules.
- Created detailed reports for informed decision-making.
Team Assistant/Real Estate – Facilities Department
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
City of London
04.1999 - 09.2002
- Collaborated with team leader for efficient task delegation.
- Aided in development of standard operating procedures, consequently improving consistenstecy.
- Prepared detailed reports, ensuring transparency in team activities.
- Maintained positive work environment through conflict resolution techniques, fostering better relations amongst colleagues.
- Supported team in achieving targets by assisting in strategic planning and execution tasks.
- Managed high-stakes situations calmly, minimising disruptions in workflow.
- Improved team efficiency by 80% implementing effective scheduling systems.
- Compiled weekly status updates for review by leadership.
- Created comprehensive minutes of meetings to facilitate follow-ups on action points agreed upon during discussions.
- Prioritised incoming communications to filter out basic requests and minimise disruptions.
- Drafted contracts and purchase orders.
Education
2 A Level's - General Studies, Drama, GCSE Dutch
Wadhurst College with Legal School of Ballet
Wadhurst, East SussexLegal Practice Course (LPC) - Law
University of Law
LondonLLB Law (Hons) - Law
London Metropolitan University
London3 A Level's - Business Studies, English Literature, Sociology
Bloomsbury College
LondonCertificate of Higher Education - Law
National Association Of Licensed Paralegals
LondonSkills
- Microsoft office
- CLM Management
- Legal AI platforms
- Organisation Skills
- Risk mitigation
- Derivative products expertise
- Regulatory compliance knowledge
- Legal document drafting
- Legal research skills
- Analytical legal thinking
- Effective communication skill
- Documentation management
LANGUAGES
Dutch
Beginner
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
Boxing, Netball, Homelessness volunteering, Travelling, Reading, Founder and CEO of a community interest platform, Metropolitan Police Presenter/Facilitator
PROJECTS
Co-founder of Yeti.i.Rise a platform for women with Endometriosis.
Accomplishments
- October 2025, Contractor of the Month
- January 2024 Monex Europe, Created ‘Work In progress' (‘WIP') spreadsheet and playbooks. Initiated and created priority calls with senior management and global heads.
- February 2015, NatWest Markets, Implemented the Global Electronic Give-up (ETD EGUS) policy, process, and playbook after 3 months of joining.
- September 2011, UBS, Received in-house award for 'Most contribution to legal team/department' after 11 months of joining the Bank.
- October 2007, Stanborough Park Secondary School, Received honorary cup for Academic Achievement.
- January 2007, Barclays Capital, Created monthly electronic legal assistant newsletter.
Affiliations
- • Homelessness volunteering • Travelling • Reading • Co-Founder of Yet.i.Rise platform for women with Endometriosis • Brent Police Independent Advisory Group Member
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ISDA Derivatives Remediation Analyst
Undisclosed Investment Management Company
07.2025 - 12.2025
Legal Counsel
Monex Europe - Payment Services
01.2024 - 02.2025
Legal Counsel
Monex Europe - Payment Services
01.2024 - 02.2025
ISDA Advisory Associate (Buy-side)
Validus Risk Management
12.2021 - 01.2023
Paralegal - Short term contract
Bny Mellon
09.2021 - 11.2021
ISDA Legal Consultant
Société Générale
01.2020 - 08.2021
ISDA Legal Consultant End Client
Société Générale
01.2020 - 08.2021
ISDA Consultant – Project
undisclosed Big Four Company
12.2019 - 01.2020
Paralegal/ISDA Derivatives Legal Consultant
MUFG Bank
07.2018 - 06.2019
ISDA Derivatives Legal Consultant
MUFG Bank
07.2018 - 06.2019
Legal Advisor Trading Floor
Investec Bank
03.2018 - 07.2018
ISDA Negotiator
NatWest Markets
02.2015 - 09.2017
Legal Documentation Specialist, and Documentation Administration Team Leader
UBS
01.2011 - 01.2015
Legal Analyst
Barclays Capital
01.2009 - 01.2011
Legal Assistant
Barclays Capital
12.2006 - 01.2009
PA/Executive Assistant to 3 MP's
Crowell & Moring
04.2006 - 12.2006
Team Assistant/Real Estate – Facilities Department
Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer
04.1999 - 09.2002
2 A Level's - General Studies, Drama, GCSE Dutch
Wadhurst College with Legal School of Ballet
Legal Practice Course (LPC) - Law
University of Law
LLB Law (Hons) - Law
London Metropolitan University
3 A Level's - Business Studies, English Literature, Sociology
Bloomsbury College
Certificate of Higher Education - Law
National Association Of Licensed Paralegals