{"id":128938,"date":"2026-11-10T14:09:50","date_gmt":"2026-11-10T14:09:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/?p=128938"},"modified":"2026-11-10T14:09:53","modified_gmt":"2026-11-10T14:09:53","slug":"hiring-general-counsel-for-quant-fund-or-proprietary-trading-firm","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/de\/market-insight\/in-house\/hiring-general-counsel-for-quant-fund-or-proprietary-trading-firm\/","title":{"rendered":"Hiring a General Counsel for a quant fund or proprietary trading firm"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-0fbd6134 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"margin-top:0\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns single-post__columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-6ed55936 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column single-post__columns__column--nav is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" 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class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><ul><li><a href=\"#h-contents\" data-level=\"2\">Contents<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-understand-what-the-firm-needs-next\" data-level=\"2\">Understand what the firm needs next<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-look-beyond-traditional-financial-services-credentials-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">Look beyond traditional financial services credentials\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-prioritize-regulatory-judgment-over-regulatory-knowledge-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">Prioritize regulatory judgment over regulatory knowledge\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-assess-commercial-influence-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">Assess commercial influence\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-evaluate-experience-building-legal-functions-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">Evaluate experience building legal functions\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-assess-leadership-and-operating-style-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">Assess leadership and operating style\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-don-t-underestimate-the-importance-of-technology-fluency-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">Don&#8217;t underestimate the importance of technology fluency\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-legal-leadership-that-grows-with-the-firm-nbsp\" data-level=\"2\">Legal leadership that grows with the firm\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#h-frequently-asked-questions\" data-level=\"2\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group single-post__share-desktop is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-d7a70935 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained block-visibility-hide-medium-screen block-visibility-hide-small-screen\" style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--x-large);padding-top:0;padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small);padding-bottom:0;padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--small)\">\n<h3 id=\"h-share\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border\">Share<\/h3>\n\n\n\t<ul class=\"wp-block-social-links 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LinkedIn<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column toc-scope single-post__columns__column--content is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-brand-1-10-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 id=\"h-key-insights\" class=\"wp-block-heading is-style-eyebrow-no-border\">Key insights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The most successful General Counsel<\/strong> hires are<strong> <\/strong>selected based on the firm&#8217;s future strategy, not its current legal workload<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Quant funds and proprietary trading firms<\/strong> benefit from legal leaders who understand the intersection of finance, technology, data and regulation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Strong regulatory judgment is often<\/strong> more valuable than deep knowledge of any single regulatory regime<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The best General Counsels combine<\/strong> legal expertise with commercial influence, leadership skills and technology fluency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quant funds and proprietary trading firms operate at the intersection of financial markets, technology and data. That creates a distinctive legal hiring challenge. Depending on the firm&#8217;s activities and regulatory status, legal issues can span trading and market conduct, investment management, data licensing, intellectual property, cybersecurity, employment matters and the use of AI.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For firms looking to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/roles-we-recruit\/general-counsel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hire a General Counsel (GC),<\/a> the right profile therefore depends on much more than technical legal credentials. The strongest hire will understand how legal risk arises within the firm&#8217;s business model and be able to translate that risk into practical decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Legal risk is embedded in trading strategies, market access, data usage, regulatory obligations, and technology infrastructure, requiring <a href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/market-insight\/why-risk-management-skills-are-critical-for-legal-professionals\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">legal leadership with strong risk management skills<\/a> and knowledge of emerging tech. In <a href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/report\/global-in-house-legal-market-report-and-salary-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Taylor Root&#8217;s 2026 global in-house legal survey<\/a>, 49% of respondents said risk management had been added to their remit over the previous 24 months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As firms scale, expand into new asset classes, or enter new jurisdictions, the type of GC that will best support the business changes too.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many firms approach GC search by prioritizing sector experience or regulatory knowledge alone. While those factors matter, the most successful appointments take a broader view of how legal leadership contributes to growth, risk management, and commercial decision-making.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-understand-what-the-firm-needs-next\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-1\">Understand what the firm needs next<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A proprietary trading firm with 50 employees and a predominantly domestic presence requires a different legal leader from a firm preparing to launch new strategies, manage third-party capital, hire internationally or operate across multiple regulatory regimes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Before beginning a search, leadership teams should assess where the business expects to be in three to five years. Key questions include:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Is the firm planning geographic expansion?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Does the firm trade its own capital, manage third-party capital, or both?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Which regulators and registration regimes apply to the business today, and could that change?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Will new asset classes, markets or trading strategies create additional legal or compliance requirements?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Is the business increasing its use of alternative data or AI-driven strategies?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Are institutional investors demanding more robust governance structures?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How should responsibility be divided between legal and compliance?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Could future M&amp;A activity be on the horizon?&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The answers should shape the GC profile far more than a simple review of current legal workloads.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-look-beyond-traditional-financial-services-credentials-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-2\">Look beyond traditional financial services credentials&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many firms naturally focus on candidates from hedge funds, banks, or asset management. While relevant financial services experience is valuable, it should not be the sole selection criterion.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Quantitative trading businesses operate at the intersection of finance, technology, and data. Legal leaders who have worked closely with engineering teams, software developers, cybersecurity functions, or data governance programs may bring equally important capabilities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A candidate who understands technology risk, vendor contracting, intellectual property protection, and data licensing can often deliver greater long-term value than one whose experience is concentrated in traditional financial services matters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The key is to identify the risks that matter to the firm&#8217;s business model and determine whether the candidate has dealt with comparable issues, even if they arose in a different setting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-prioritize-regulatory-judgment-over-regulatory-knowledge-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-3\">Prioritize regulatory judgment over regulatory knowledge&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regulatory expertise matters, but knowledge of individual rules is only part of the requirement. Depending on the firm&#8217;s structure and activities, a GC may need to navigate issues involving the SEC, CFTC, NFA and other regulators, alongside market conduct, cybersecurity, data and employment matters.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The relevant regulatory mix can differ considerably between an investment adviser managing external capital and a proprietary trading business trading its own capital. That makes judgment particularly important. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/market-insight\/from-legal-counsel-to-general-counsel-what-sets-future-leaders-apart\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">What sets exceptional General Counsels apart<\/a> is their ability to exercise sound judgment when facing uncertainty.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For quant funds and trading firms, that may involve assessing the legal implications of a new trading strategy, evaluating emerging AI applications or balancing commercial opportunities against compliance risks where clear precedents may not exist.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During interviews, test that judgment through scenarios rather than regulatory knowledge alone. For example, the trading team wants to deploy a new alternative dataset or AI-supported strategy on a compressed timetable. What questions would the candidate ask? Who would they involve? What would cause them to pause deployment, and what controls could allow the business to proceed?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This reveals how a candidate identifies material issues, works with compliance and technical teams, communicates uncertainty and reaches a practical recommendation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-assess-commercial-influence-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-4\">Assess commercial influence&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In fast-moving trading environments, leadership teams need legal advisers who can participate in commercial discussions &nbsp;without losing sight of their responsibility to give independent legal advice. The ability to communicate clearly, influence senior stakeholders and support decision making is critical.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interview processes should therefore evaluate how candidates interact with non-legal colleagues. Can they explain complex legal issues to technologists, traders, and executives? Do they understand commercial priorities? Are they comfortable challenging decisions when necessary?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Consider testing candidates with the type of trade-off they could encounter in the role: a new product has significant commercial potential, but legal and compliance questions remain unresolved. How would they frame the risk for senior leadership? What information would they need before giving a recommendation? &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The best GCs help trading firms move quickly while maintaining appropriate controls.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-evaluate-experience-building-legal-functions-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-5\">Evaluate experience building legal functions&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many quant funds and proprietary trading firms recruit their first senior in-house lawyer during a period of rapid growth. In these situations, technical legal ability represents only part of the role.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The successful candidate may need to:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Establish legal processes and governance frameworks&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Implement contract management procedures&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manage external counsel relationships&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Build an effective working model with compliance, risk, information security and other control functions&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recruit and mentor future legal team members&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Decide which work should stay in-house and which matters require specialist external counsel&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Candidates who have previously built or scaled legal functions often bring valuable operational expertise that can accelerate maturity across the organization.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Interviewers should ask for specific evidence. What processes did the candidate introduce? What did they prioritize first? Which work did they bring in-house, and what measurable difference did those decisions make?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-assess-leadership-and-operating-style-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-6\">Assess leadership and operating style&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Trading businesses are often characterized by speed, intensity and high-performance expectations. But their operating models can vary considerably.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some organizations operate with highly collaborative, research-driven environments. Others maintain more entrepreneurial or decentralized structures. The GC must be able to operate effectively within that culture while retaining enough independence to provide objective legal advice.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rather than relying on a broad assessment of &#8222;cultural fit,&#8220; identify the behaviors that success in the role requires. Can the candidate challenge a senior portfolio manager constructively? Can they give clear advice when information is incomplete? Can they maintain independence while building credibility with traders, engineers and executives?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These behaviors can be tested through structured interview questions and realistic scenarios rather than relying primarily on personal chemistry. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This balance is particularly important because legal leaders frequently find themselves navigating issues that affect senior executives, regulators, investors, and employees simultaneously. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-don-t-underestimate-the-importance-of-technology-fluency-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-7\">Don&#8217;t underestimate the importance of technology fluency&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Technology is &nbsp;central to quantitative trading. Legal leaders therefore need to understand how technology decisions create both commercial opportunities and legal risk. Relevant areas can include data governance, AI governance, cybersecurity, cloud services, software licensing, intellectual property and alternative data licensing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This doesn\u2019t mean that a GC needs to be an engineer. However, they should be comfortable engaging with technical teams &nbsp;and asking the questions required to identify legal and regulatory risk. For example, when the business considers a new dataset, a technology-fluent GC should be able to explore where the data came from, what contractual restrictions apply, whether personal or sensitive information is involved, how it will be used and whether the proposed use creates intellectual property, privacy, market conduct or reputational concerns.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same principle applies to AI. Rather than expecting the GC to understand how a model is engineered, firms should assess whether the candidate can identify the governance, data, cybersecurity, intellectual property and regulatory questions its use may create. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cftc.gov\/PressRoom\/PressReleases\/8905-24\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">CFTC Technology Advisory Committee Advances Report and Recommendations to the CFTC on Responsible Artificial Intelligence in Financial Markets<\/a> has specifically identified governance, data quality, privacy, human oversight and AI-specific risk management as relevant considerations for financial markets.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"h-legal-leadership-that-grows-with-the-firm-nbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-brand-1-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-8\">Legal leadership that grows with the firm&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hiring a General Counsel is one of the most consequential leadership decisions a quant fund or proprietary trading firm can make. The role extends well beyond legal advice and increasingly encompasses risk management, governance, strategic planning, and commercial enablement.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The strongest search strategy starts with the future business rather than the current job description. &nbsp;By defining what the business will need in the future, firms place themselves in a stronger position to secure legal leadership that can grow alongside the organization.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column single-post__columns__column--related is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\">\n\t<div class=\"hd-block hd-block-people is-style-v2\" id=\"block_af48b725b2d90f605924ffbdf0572442\" data-total=\"1\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"eyebrow-group\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"hd-block-job__title is-style-eyebrow eyebrow-group__title\">Author<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"cards 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The ideal background depends on the firm&#8217;s business model and future plans.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1794226383258\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How important is regulatory expertise when hiring a General Counsel?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Regulatory expertise is important, but firms should place equal emphasis on judgment. The best candidates can assess novel legal and regulatory issues, weigh commercial opportunities against risks, and make practical recommendations in uncertain situations.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1794226426999\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Does a General Counsel need a technical background to work in quantitative trading?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Not necessarily. However, they should be comfortable working with engineers, technology teams and data specialists, and capable of identifying legal risks relating to AI, data licensing, cybersecurity and software infrastructure.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1794315305133\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What interview questions help identify the right General Counsel for quant firms?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Scenario-based questions are particularly effective. For example, ask candidates how they would evaluate a new AI-enabled trading strategy, assess an alternative data source, or advise on launching a product where legal and compliance issues remain unresolved.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n\t<div class=\"hd-block hd-block-posts is-template-grid alignwide\" id=\"block_3a39c3d69c8205578ce4dd0164dcb4a0\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"eyebrow-group\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"hd-block-job__title is-style-eyebrow eyebrow-group__title\">Featured content<\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-arrow eyebrow-group__button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"hd-block-posts__button button wp-block-button__link eyebrow-group__link\" href=\"\/resources\">See all<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\t\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<div class=\"cards cards--posts\">\n\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"card card--post post-128938 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-general-counsel category-in-house category-market-insight category-us tag-new_in-house-gc tag-new_in-house-hiring-advice hd_author-johnspinosa\" id=\"block_3a39c3d69c8205578ce4dd0164dcb4a0-job-128938\">\n\n\t<a class=\"card__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/de\/market-insight\/in-house\/hiring-general-counsel-for-quant-fund-or-proprietary-trading-firm\/\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<div class=\"card__image-wrapper\">\n\n\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/04\/iStock-1477040217-300x225.jpg\" class=\"card__image\" alt=\"A business meeting in a grey toned corporate setting\" sizes=\"(max-width: 481px) 100vw, (max-width: 599px) 50vw, (max-width: 1240px) 33vw, 370px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/04\/iStock-1477040217-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/04\/iStock-1477040217-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/04\/iStock-1477040217-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.taylorroot.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2024\/04\/iStock-1477040217-768x576.jpg 768w\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<ul class=\"card__tags\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__tag\"><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"card__title\">Hiring a General Counsel for a quant fund or proprietary trading firm<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\n\t\t<ul class=\"meta__list\">\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<li class=\"card__published-date meta__item\"><span class=\"meta__item-label\">Posted<\/span> <span class=\"meta__item-value\">November 10, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t<\/ul>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"card__content\">Contents Share Key insights Quant funds and proprietary trading firms operate at the intersection of financial markets, technology and data. That creates a distinctive legal hiring challenge. 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