Legal Negotiator - Senior, AS

Deutsche Bank; Mumbai; Sur place; INR 1 500 000 - 2 200 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Leave policy

Parental leave

Childcare reimbursement

Certifications sponsorship

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Health screening

Résumé du poste

Deutsche Bank in Mumbai seeks a Legal Negotiator - Senior, AS to draft, review and negotiate master agreements such as ISDA, GMRA, and CSAs, interfacing with front office and risk teams. You will oversee delivery of legal documentation, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, and build strong relationships with internal and external clients while staying updated on legal developments.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a global

Qualifications

• Law degree or Commonwealth-qualified lawyer/solicitor.
• 2 - 5 years PQE for Senior Analyst; 5.5 - 8 years PQE for Associate; and 8 years plus PQE for AVP.
• Experience should include drafting and negotiating financial product agreements or commercial contracts.
• Exposure to international transactions and cross-border legal issues is highly valued.
• Experience in derivative documentation (ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, Listed Futures & Options Agreements) is advantageous.
• Ability to produce clear, precise, and comprehensive legal documents.
• Capacity to analyze complex legal and business issues, identify risks, and propose practical solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Demonstrated capability to manage tasks autonomously, while also contributing effectively within a team.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively across departments and regions.
• Confidence and competence in interpreting intricate legal agreements and regulatory materials.
• Strong organizational skills to multitask and meet deadlines.

Responsabilités

• Draft, review and negotiate master agreements including ISDA, CSA, GMRA, MRA and MSLA.
• Review constitutional documents and verify necessary consents prior to trading.
• Liaise with front office, risk, compliance and business divisions to address issues.
• Build and maintain relationships with internal and external clients.
• Ensure compliance with business and regulatory requirements.
• Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments.
• Contribute to documentation and process improvement initiatives.

Connaissances

ISDA Documentation

Contract Negotiation

Legal Drafting

Regulatory Awareness

Cross-Border Transactions

Attention to Detail

Formation

Law degree (LL.B.)

Description du poste

Job Description

In Scope of Position based Promotions

Job Title: Legal Negotiator - Senior, AS

Location: Mumbai, India

Corporate Title: AS

Role Description

As a Legal Negotiator, you will be responsible for drafting, reviewing, and negotiating a broad range of agreements related to OTC and listed derivatives, cleared financial products, and ancillary legal documentation. The role requires direct engagement with front office teams, internal stakeholders, and Deutsche Bank Group's diverse client base. You will oversee the delivery of legal documentation, manage processes efficiently, and ensure high standards of client service.

About the Team

The Regional Office Legal team in Mumbai is a highly skilled team of legal professionals dedicated to providing specialized expertise in derivative documentation and transactional legal support. The team supports various businesses within Deutsche Bank Group, operating across the Asia-Pacific (APAC), European Union (EU), and United States (US) regions.

What we’ll offer you

As part of our flexible scheme, here are just some of the benefits that you'll enjoy

• Best in class leave policy
• Gender neutral parental leaves
• 100% reimbursement under childcare assistance benefit (gender neutral)
• Sponsorship for Industry relevant certifications and education
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family members
• Comprehensive Hospitalization Insurance for you and your dependents
• Accident and Term life Insurance
• Complementary Health screening for 35 yrs. and above

Your key responsibilities

Draft, review and negotiate wide range of master agreements amongst others, ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support documents (CSA, CSDs), Global Master Repurchase Agreements (GMRA), Master Repurchase Agreement (MRA), Global Master Securities Lending Agreement (GMSLA), Master Securities Lending Agreement (MSLA), Master Securities Forward Transactions Agreement ("MSFTA"), Prime Brokerage Agreements and all other relevant documentation and subsequent amendments.

Review constitutional documents and verify that all necessary corporate consents and approvals are secured prior to finalizing agreements and commencing trading activities.

Liaise with internal teams-including front office, risk, compliance, and business divisions-to address risk issues, deviations, and queries related to master agreements. Facilitate clear communication and timely resolution of legal matters.

Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external clients, understanding their business needs and operations.

Ensure compliance with business, and regulatory requirements.

Stay updated on legal and regulatory developments.

Contribute to documentation and process improvement initiatives.

Your skills and experience

Law degree or Commonwealth-qualified lawyer/solicitor.

2 - 5 years PQE for Senior Analyst; 5.5 - 8 years PQE for Associate; and 8 years plus PQE for AVP. Experience should include drafting and negotiating financial product agreements or commercial contracts. Exposure to international transactions and cross-border legal issues is highly valued.

Experience in derivative documentation (such as ISDA Master Agreements, Credit Support Annexes, Listed Futures & Options Agreements) is advantageous.

Ability to produce clear, precise, and comprehensive legal documents. Candidates must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory and business standards.

Capacity to analyze complex legal and business issues, identify risks, and propose practical solutions. A proactive mindset in resolving challenges and facilitating transactions is essential.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Demonstrated capability to manage tasks autonomously, while also contributing effectively within a team environment. Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work collaboratively across departments and regions.

Confidence and competence in interpreting intricate legal agreements, constitutional documents, and regulatory materials.

Strong organizational skills to multitask, prioritize effectively, and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines.

Key Benefits

• Competitive leave policy.
• Gender-neutral parental leave provisions.
• Childcare assistance reimbursement.
• Support for industry certification sponsorships.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Comprehensive health and accident insurance coverage.
• Preventative health screening for employees aged 35 and above.

Support Provided

• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Mentorship from senior team members.
• Continuous learning culture.
• Flexible and customisable benefits.

Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs.

How we'll support you

Training and development to help you excel in your career

Coaching and support from experts in your team

A culture of continuous le