Structured Derivatives Lawyer - Global Banking Group

Michael Page Legal; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services organization in London is seeking an experienced Structured Derivatives Lawyer to manage legal risk and advise on complex derivatives transactions, including project finance and corporate acquisitions. The role offers competitive compensation between £90,000 to £120,000, along with a bonus and comprehensive benefits package. You will work in a collaborative environment focused on professional development and have the opportunity to work on high-profile, cross-border deals.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Bonus

Comprehensive benefits 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.

Responsibilities

• Manage legal risk and support front office teams on derivatives transactions.
• Review and advise on derivatives documentation.
• Support execution of complex transactions across 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

We are seeking a highly skilled Structured Derivatives Lawyer to join a leading financial services organisation on a hybrid basis in London. The role will manage legal risk and advise on complex derivatives transactions, including loan-linked hedging for project finance, acquisitions, and recapitalisations.

Client Details

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.

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.

Profile

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.

Job 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!