Senior Corporate Derivatives Attorney - Capital Markets

Pernini Legal, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 365,000 - 445,000; Full time

Job summary

Pernini Legal, Inc. is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney in Corporate (Derivatives) for its New York, NY office.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in transactional commodities, futures, and derivatives within a top-tier law firm environment, with active bar admission and a proven ability to manage complex client relationships. The role involves advising on Dodd-Frank, CFTC, and SEC regulations, handling sophisticated derivatives transactions, and joining a Chambers-rated

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with strong academics.
• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of mix transactional commodities, futures and derivatives matters.
• Experience advising on Dodd-Frank, CFTC and SEC regulations.
• Strong drafting, communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Advise on transactions involving traditional assets (rates, currencies, commodities, securities, credit).
• Represent investment banks, family offices, and sovereign funds on complex structured products including crypto and ESG.
• Manage sophisticated hedging, investment, balance-sheet, monetization, or arbitrage transactions with a strategic mindset.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Dodd-Frank knowledge

Derivatives experience

Drafting skills

Communication skills

Education

JD from a Top Tier law school (T-14)

Job description

Pernini Legal, Inc. is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney in Corporate (Derivatives) for its New York, NY office.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in transactional commodities, futures, and derivatives within a top-tier law firm environment, with active bar admission and a proven ability to manage complex client relationships. The role involves advising on Dodd-Frank, CFTC, and SEC regulations, handling sophisticated derivatives transactions, and joining a Chambers-rated