Derivatives Associate

Dechert LLP; Charlotte (NC); Sur place; USD 234 000 - 286 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Dechert LLP seeks an associate with 3 to 6 years of experience in commodities law to join our Financial Services group in Charlotte. You will advise on a broad spectrum of fund structures, regulatory matters, cross-border registrations, and enforcement issues for leading financial institutions and asset managers.

We offer exposure to industry leaders, a collaborative environment, and a platform at the forefront of asset management and digital assets regulation.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of the Commodities Exchange Act and CFTC regulations.
• Experience with matters impacting commodities and derivative market participants and infrastructure providers.
• Digital assets and/or fintech experience a plus.
• Large law firm or regulatory agency experience preferred.
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Connaissances

Commodities law

CFTC regulations

Regulatory examinations experience

Digital assets/fintech experience

Strong communication skills

Description du poste

We are seeking an associate with 3 to 6 years of experience and a strong understanding of commodities laws to join our Financial Services group. Our team is a leading adviser to financial services firms, asset managers and investment funds, representing clients that range from small start-up and boutique operations to some of the world’s largest financial institutions. We advise clients on a wide range of fund structures and regulatory matters, including cross-border registration, regulatory examinations and enforcement, broker-dealer matters, commodities and derivatives regulation, and issues involving blockchain and digital assets. Our practice is among the largest in the industry, and we’ve been innovating in this arena for 50 years, ensuring that we are always at the forefront in today's asset management space.

Salary is $260,000+ commensurate with class year and experience.

We are looking for:

• Knowledge of the Commodities Exchange Act and Commodity Futures Trading Commission regulations
• Experience with matters impacting commodities and derivative market participants and infrastructure providers
• Digital assets and/or fintech experience a plus
• Large law firm or regulatory agency experience preferred
• Strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills