ISDA Relationship Manager

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading boutique risk advisory firm is looking for an ISDA Relationship Manager to enhance client relationships and negotiate agreements. This challenging role requires strong analytical skills and experience in the alternative investment field, offering significant autonomy and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the alternative investment industry (preferred).
• Strong analytical and numerical skills.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Manage and enhance relationships with clients and banking counterparties.
• Negotiate ISDA and CSA agreements.
• Advise on regulatory developments.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Interpersonal

Numerical

Education

Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Finance, Economics, or similar

Job description

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Our Client are Hiring: ISDA Relationship Manager – Boutique Risk Advisory Firm

Our client, a rapidly growing and well-respected boutique risk management firm, is seeking an ISDA Relationship Manager to join their dynamic team.

Role Overview:

In this role, you will be responsible for managing and enhancing relationships with both clients and banking counterparties, negotiating ISDA and CSA agreements, and advising clients on key documentation and regulatory developments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and manage strong relationships with institutional clients and banking counterparties.
• Review documentation to support KYC/AML compliance processes.
• Negotiate the commercial terms of ISDA and CSA agreements.
• Advise clients on operational impacts of termination events.
• Analyze and interpret client financial statements.
• Model financial covenants tied to ISDA/CSA documentation.
• Stay informed on regulatory developments (EMIR, MiFID, Dodd-Frank).
• Contribute to wider project work across the capital markets team.

This role is ideal for someone who:

• Is entrepreneurial and proactive by nature.
• Excels in high-pressure environments.
• Has strong communication and analytical skills.
• Wants to grow within a firm offering significant exposure and autonomy.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate or postgraduate degree in Finance, Economics, or similar.
• 5+ years of experience in the alternative investment industry (preferred).
• Strong numerical, analytical, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage competing priorities.

About the Capital Markets Function:

This team plays a pivotal role in supporting clients across the full derivatives lifecycle – from establishing trading infrastructure and negotiating agreements to executing trades and optimizing hedging strategies.

You’ll work with a global panel of over 50 banks, ensuring best execution and delivering bespoke solutions across FX, interest rate, commodity, and futures markets.