Derivatives Documentation Negotiator

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Job Description

The Documentation Unit Negotiator will be responsible for drafting, analyzing, negotiating and executing master agreements (ISDA, CSA, and other forms of standard and non-standard trading agreements) with counterparties for trading products such as derivatives, foreign exchange and fixed income products, in addition to certain onboarding documentation required by Dodd Frank. The candidate must ensure that the Bank is adequately protected against legal, risk, and other operational perspectives in all of its trading documents between the firm and its counterparties, by (a) liaising with business lines, operations, legal, treasury, credit, compliance, client services on various documentation issues, (b) interacting with counterparties on a regular basis to educate, negotiate and ultimate execute necessary documents to allow for derivatives trading and (c) working with internal counsel to resolve more complex issues. The candidate must understand the impact of core regulations on the derivatives and other trading markets such as Dodd Frank, and other applicable regulations on the business area and ensure that agreements meet such regulatory requirements. The candidate will be required to provide accurate, real-time updates to all business partners.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience

Typically more than 10 years of applicable experience

Preferred Skills / Experience

Bachelor's degree from an accredited school

At least 10 years working in the banking industry with at least 5 years of experience working in derivatives operations and / or derivatives documentation

Skillful oral and written communication is necessary; the ability to convey thoughts clearly and succinctly and to communicate pertinent complex information in a clear and organized manner

Strong analytical and organization skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities, working under pressure to meet deadlines, and ability to respond quickly in a fast-paced trading environment

High degree of integrity and strong work ethic

The role offers a hybrid / flexible schedule, which means there's an in-office expectation of 3 or more days per week and the flexibility to work outside the office location for the other days.

If there's anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants (https : / / careers.usbank.com / global / en / disability-accommodations-for-applicants) .

Benefits :

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members' whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours) :

Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

Basic term and optional term life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

Pregnancy disability and parental leave

401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

Adoption assistance

Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program (https : / / careers.usbank.com / verification-of-eligibility-for-employment) .

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range : $126,820.00 - $149,200.00

U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and / or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.