A top international law firm is seeking a junior to mid-level associate to join its derivatives team in London.
The Role
You will work on a broad range of transactional derivatives matters, including:
* Drafting and negotiating ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, and related documentation
* Advising on a variety of OTC derivatives (including interest rate, FX, equity, and credit derivatives)
* Supporting structured finance, securitisation, and capital markets transactions involving derivatives
* Assisting with regulatory advice (e.g. EMIR, MiFID II, Dodd-Frank)
* Managing collateral, netting, and close-out provisions
* Liaising directly with clients, counterparties, and internal stakeholders
* Conducting legal research and staying up to date with market developments
Qualifications
* NQ–4 PQE in general banking & finance or derivatives (either in-house or in private practice)
* England & Wales qualified
* Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
* Strong academic background
* Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
* Commercially astute with strong client-facing skills
Benefits
* Market-leading compensation and bonus structure
* Exposure to high-value, cross-border transactions
* Opportunity to work within a prestigious and collaborative global team
* Clear progression prospects to Counsel and partnership
* Access to high-profile clients
* Comprehensive benefits package
* Supportive and dynamic working environment in a prime London location
If you are interested and meet the above requirements, please apply with an up-to-date CV. Alternatively, contact Alex Pendleton for a confidential discussion.
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