Derivatives Associate

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 160,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits program

Bonus eligibility

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in New York seeks a Derivatives Associate with 3+ years of experience in transactional and regulatory derivatives matters, focusing on trading documentation and complex financings and capital markets.

The role involves negotiating ISDA Master Agreements, handling prime brokerage, and advising on regulatory issues including Dodd-Frank and CFTC requirements, with an emphasis on sophisticated derivatives work.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience at a law firm or financial institution.
• Experience with investment managers or buy-side market participants preferred.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent drafting skills.
• New York Bar admission or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate ISDA Master Agreements and Credit Support Annexes.
• Handle prime brokerage, repurchase, and securities lending arrangements.
• Structure and document various derivatives transactions.
• Advise on derivatives regulatory matters, including Dodd-Frank and CFTC requirements.

Skills

Derivatives experience

Analytical skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Derivatives Associate in New York. The ideal candidate will have over three years of experience in transactional and regulatory matters involving derivatives, focusing on trading documentation and complex transactions related to financings and capital markets.

Duties

• Negotiate ISDA Master Agreements and Credit Support Annexes.
• Handle prime brokerage, repurchase, and securities lending arrangements.
• Structure and document various derivatives transactions.
• Advise on derivatives regulatory matters, including Dodd-Frank and CFTC requirements.

Requirements

• 3+ years of relevant experience at a law firm or financial institution.
• Experience with investment managers or buy-side market participants preferred.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent drafting skills.
• New York Bar admission or eligibility preferred.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

Admission to the New York Bar preferred.

Skills

Strong analytical and judgment skills. Interest in developing a broad derivatives practice.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits program.
• Bonus eligibility.