Derivatives Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Derivatives Associate Attorney (2+ Years) – New York, NY

Direct Counsel is seeking a Derivatives Associate to join a prestigious law firm with a rapidly growing, market-leading Financial Services practice in New York.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of experience working on derivatives transactions at a financial institution or law firm. This is an excellent opportunity to join a team that represents commercial and investment banks on a broad range of derivative matters involving hedge funds, private equity funds, and registered investment companies.

Key Responsibilities :

Draft and negotiate documentation for complex, highly structured, and bespoke derivatives transactions

Manage client relationships effectively and help drive transactions forward independently

Work closely with a collaborative team of attorneys on sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications :

J.D. from an accredited law school

Admission to the New York Bar

Strong experience in derivatives work and familiarity with a variety of derivative structures

Excellent drafting skills and the ability to handle sophisticated matters with minimal supervision

Compensation :

The anticipated annual base salary range for this position is $260,000 to $390,000 , depending on experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.