Structured Derivatives Lawyer - Global Banking Group

Michael Page (UK); City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial institution seeks a Structured Derivatives Lawyer in London. This role involves managing legal risks and advising on complex derivatives transactions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience and expertise in ISDA documentation. The position offers a competitive salary between £90,000 and £120,000, a bonus, and a hybrid working model within a supportive team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus package

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in derivatives law and ISDA documentation.
• Strong understanding of derivatives regulation and cross-border legal issues.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple transactions across time zones.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal risk and support front office teams on transactions.
• Review and advise on derivatives documentation.
• Support execution of complex transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
• Advise on regulatory requirements to mitigate legal risk.

Skills

Derivatives law expertise

ISDA documentation

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Qualified lawyer

Job description

• Work on complex, cross-border derivatives deals with global impact
• Join a collaborative team offering growth, flexibility, and innovation

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global financial institution with a very strong presence across EMEA and APAC. They provide a full suite of corporate finance, investment banking, and capital markets solutions, supporting clients on complex transactions and innovative financial strategies. Known for their commitment to excellence, diversity, and sustainability, they offer a collaborative environment where legal professionals can work on high-profile, cross-border deals and contribute to shaping the future of finance.

Job Description

You’ll play a key role in managing legal risk and supporting front office teams on structured derivatives transactions linked to project finance, corporate acquisitions, buyouts, and recapitalisations. Responsibilities include:

• Reviewing and advising on derivatives documentation (ISDA masters, schedules, CSAs, security and loan documents, intercreditor agreements).
• Supporting execution of bespoke and complex transactions across multiple jurisdictions.
• Advising on regulatory requirements and contributing to policy development to mitigate legal risk.
• Collaborating with stakeholders across EMEA and occasionally other global offices.

The Successful Applicant

We’re looking for:

• Qualified lawyer with at least 5 years’ experience in derivatives law and ISDA documentation.
• Strong understanding of derivatives regulation and cross-border legal issues.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple transactions across time zones.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £90,000 to £120,000, plus bonus and a very competitive benefits package.
• Exposure to a variety of complex and high-profile structured derivatives transactions.
• Collaborative working environment within a close-knit and down to earth team that focuses on professional development.
• Hybrid working in Central London.

If you are an experienced Structured Derivatives Lawyer eager to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in London!