Derivatives Associate

Derivatives Associate (2-5 PQE)

We are working with a leading international law firm in hiring a Derivatives Associate within their London team – this position sits within the wider Financial Markets, Structured Finance & Derivatives practice.

The team advises a broad range of financial institutions, investment banks, asset managers, corporates and other market participants on complex derivatives transactions across multiple asset classes. Their work spans interest rate, FX, equity, credit, commodity and inflation derivatives, as well as bespoke and structured hedging arrangements.

The practice undertakes a variety of derivatives and trading matters including ISDA master agreements, collateral and margin documentation, clearing arrangements, prime brokerage agreements, credit risk mitigation transactions, repos and securities lending. The team regularly advises on the derivatives aspects of financing, structured products, fund, regulatory and capital markets transactions.

On the advisory side, the team is heavily involved in financial markets regulation, advising clients on developments relating to EMIR, UK EMIR, MiFID II, SFTR, benchmark regulation and broader regulatory reform impacting derivatives markets. The team also maintains a strong presence within industry bodies and market initiatives, contributing to the development of market documentation and industry best practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Derivatives Associate who has at least 5 years' PQE and is looking to join a market-leading platform with significant client exposure and high-quality international work.

Company:

This leading international law firm operates across Europe, the Americas, the Middle East and Asia-Pacific. The firm has developed a strong reputation within the financial institutions sector and advises many of the world's leading investment banks, asset managers, financial sponsors and corporate clients.

Culturally, the firm offers a highly collaborative and supportive environment, with clear progression opportunities and a transparent, performance-based bonus structure. Lawyers benefit from close interaction with partners, strong cross-border integration and access to complex, market-leading transactions.

Working collaboratively is at the core of the firm's success and, through its extensive international network, it has built an enviable client base comprising multinational corporations, global financial institutions, government bodies and innovative businesses operating across a range of sectors.

Salary – £140k - £165k, depending on level and experience.

Please apply or contact Joe Kersey View phone number on jobs.thelawyer.com) or George Sanderson View phone number on jobs.thelawyer.com).