Banking and Finance Lawyer (Derivatives and Structured Finance)

Michael Page (UK); England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious global law firm in the UK is seeking a skilled professional to lead complex derivatives and structured finance transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in derivatives, excellent drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage client relationships. This role offers a competitive day rate and flexible working arrangements in a collaborative team. Potential for extension beyond the initial term is available.

Benefits

Competitive day rate

Flexible working arrangements

Exposure to cutting-edge financial products

Qualifications

• Strong background in derivatives and structured finance; securitisation/project finance advantageous.
• Proven ability to lead transactions and manage client relationships.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Experience at a leading private practice firm or major financial institution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex derivatives and structured finance transactions.
• Advise on OTC and exchange-traded derivatives, securities financing, and structured products.
• Draft and negotiate documentation, including margin loans and repo agreements.
• Provide regulatory advice on EMIR, SFTR, and compliance issues.
• Collaborate to deliver integrated financial solutions.

Skills

Derivatives and structured finance expertise

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Client relationship management

Knowledge of regulatory compliance

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a prestigious global law firm renowned for delivering top-tier work across complex financial transactions, derivatives, and structured products. The firm is recognised for its expertise in energy, ESG, infrastructure, and resources, and is deeply committed to innovation and excellence.

Job Description

• Lead and manage complex derivatives and structured finance transactions.
• Advise on OTC and exchange-traded derivatives, securities financing, and structured products.
• Draft and negotiate documentation, including margin loans, repo agreements, and prime brokerage facilities.
• Provide regulatory advice on EMIR, SFTR, and related compliance issues.
• Collaborate with energy/project finance and structured credit teams to deliver integrated solutions.

The Successful Applicant

• Strong background in derivatives and structured finance; exposure to securitisation and project finance is advantageous.
• Proven ability to lead transactions and manage client relationships.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Previous experience at a leading private practice firm or major financial institution.

What's on Offer

• A competitive day rate commensurate with experience.
• Flexible working arrangements within a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Exposure to cutting-edge financial products and regulatory developments.
• Opportunity to extend beyond the initial 3-6 month term.