Derivatives Solicitor Senior Associate

Michael Page (UK); England; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a talented Supervising Associate (3+ PQE) to join a market-leading Derivatives & Trading team. The role involves drafting and negotiating various trading documents, advising on regulatory compliance, and mentoring junior lawyers. Candidates should have proven experience in buy-side derivatives transactions and strong leadership skills. The firm offers competitive salary, hybrid working model, and access to global learning opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Private medical insurance

Pension contribution

Access to global skills academy

Inclusive culture with social committees

Qualifications

• Proven experience in buy-side derivatives and trading transactions.
• Strong academic background and technical expertise.
• Ability to manage high-value matters.

Responsibilities

• Draft trading and derivatives documentation (ISDA, GMRA, GMSLA, ETD).
• Advise on regulatory frameworks and compliance issues (EMIR, MiFID II).
• Mentor junior lawyers and contribute to team development.

Skills

Buy-side derivatives transactions

Trading documentation negotiation

Client relationship management

Excellent communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Qualified lawyer with 4+ years' PQE

Job description

Key Highlights

• leading work with a top tier firm
• opportunity for growth and progression

About Our Client

Our client is a leading international law firm with a reputation for delivering top-tier work across global financial markets. The firm is known for its innovative approach, collaborative culture, and commitment to excellence, offering lawyers the opportunity to work on complex, high-value matters for major institutional clients

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Supervising Associate (3+ PQE) to join a market-leading Derivatives & Trading team. This specialist group advises buy-side clients on complex trading and derivatives matters, providing end-to-end support from documentation drafting and negotiation to execution and administration. You will work on a wide range of agreements, including ISDAs, prime brokerage arrangements, GMRAs, GMSLAs, and ETD documentation, while advising on regulatory developments such as EMIR and MiFID II. The role offers significant client exposure, leadership responsibilities, and the chance to contribute to business development and knowledge initiatives.

• Drafting and negotiating trading and derivatives documentation (ISDA, GMRA, GMSLA, ETD, prime brokerage).
• Advising on regulatory frameworks and compliance issues (EMIR, MiFID II).
• Managing multiple transactions and building strong client relationships.
• Mentoring junior lawyers and contributing to team development.
• Collaborating across practice areas to deliver integrated solutions.

The Successful Applicant

• Qualified lawyer with 4+ years' PQE from a leading firm.
• Proven experience in buy-side derivatives and trading transactions.
• Strong academic background and technical expertise.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Commercial awareness and ability to manage high-value matters.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Private medical insurance and pension contribution.
• Hybrid working model (minimum three days in-office).
• Access to a global skills academy and innovative learning opportunities.
• Inclusive culture with vibrant social and sports committees.
• Recognition as a top employer for diversity and social mobility.