Derivatives Associate

TPO search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Clear progression path

Collaborative team culture

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a talented Derivatives Associate to join its top-ranked practice in New York. The role involves advising clients on structuring and documenting complex derivatives transactions, drafting ISDA documentation, and ensuring compliance with Dodd-Frank regulations. Ideal candidates will have junior to senior experience in derivatives or structured finance, strong analytical skills, and a law degree from a top institution. This opportunity offers competitive compensation and a clear career progression in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Experience at a leading law firm or financial institution.
• Junior/Mid-Level/Senior experience in derivatives or structured finance.
• Ability to handle complex structures.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on structuring and documentation of transactions.
• Draft ISDA-based documentation and confirmations.
• Support clients on Dodd-Frank compliance.
• Work with cross-functional teams on transactions.

Skills

Drafting and analytical skills

Experience in derivatives

Structured finance knowledge

Excellent academic credentials

Education

Top law school

Bar admission in New York

Job description

Confidential Opportunity: Derivatives Associate – New York

Location: New York, NY, Chicago (remote for the right candidate)

Practice Area: Derivatives / Structured Finance / Capital Markets

Experience Level: Junior/Mid-Level/Senior Associates Or Counsel Level

Compensation: Competitive (Market-leading base + bonus)

The Opportunity

A leading international law firm is seeking a talented Derivatives Associate to join its top-ranked derivatives and structured products practice in New York.
The group advises financial institutions, investment funds, and corporates on a full spectrum of equity, credit, and structured derivatives transactions — including accelerated share repurchases, convertible bonds, margin loans, call spreads, issuer forward sales, and other complex products.
This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a highly respected team that combines technical sophistication with a collaborative, hands‑on culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on the structuring, negotiation, and documentation of equity, credit, and structured derivatives transactions.
• Draft ISDA-based documentation, confirmations, and related transactional agreements.
• Support clients on Dodd‑Frank compliance and related regulatory developments.
• Work cross‑functionally with capital markets, tax, finance, and regulatory teams on innovative transactions.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Junior/Mid-Level/Senior Associates Or Counsel Level experience at a leading law firm or financial institution.
• Experience in derivatives, structured finance, or capital markets.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills; ability to handle complex structures.
• Excellent academic credentials (top law school preferred).
• Bar admission in New York (or eligible to waive in).

Why Apply

• Engage in sophisticated cross‑border transactions with a world‑class client base.
• Work within a collaborative and well‑balanced team culture, with genuine mentoring from leading partners.
• Competitive compensation and clear progression path.

To be considered, please contact Freddie at [e-mail] with your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript.