Senior Netting & Derivatives Lawyer – Global Markets

Barclays; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking institution is seeking a Netting Lawyer in New York, NY. This role involves providing senior legal support for trading activities, managing legal and reputational risks, and ensuring enforceability of critical agreements. Candidates should have experience as a qualified lawyer and a solid background in derivatives and insolvency law. Competitive salary range of $200,000 to $300,000 with a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with private practice and/or in-house experience.
• Ability to communicate legal and commercial risks effectively.
• Familiarity with derivatives and securities financing trading agreements.
• Experience in bankruptcy/insolvency law.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior legal support to global Markets and advise on legal matters.
• Identify and manage legal and reputational risks.
• Ensure enforceability of close-out netting and collateral arrangements.

Skills

Experience as a qualified lawyer

Ability to identify and communicate legal risks

Knowledge of derivatives and securities financing agreements

Prior experience with bankruptcy/insolvency law

Job description

A leading banking institution is seeking a Netting Lawyer in New York, NY. This role involves providing senior legal support for trading activities, managing legal and reputational risks, and ensuring enforceability of critical agreements. Candidates should have experience as a qualified lawyer and a solid background in derivatives and insolvency law. Competitive salary range of $200,000 to $300,000 with a dynamic working environment.