Description
We are seeking an experienced Derivatives Lawyer to join our London team.
Our Global M&A and Capital ("GMAC") practice combines lawyers specialising in corporate, finance, and real estate to provide top-notch transactional advice to clients. We represent private and public companies, banks, governments, and states, among others, and are consistently ranked highly in league tables across Europe, Asia, and globally.
The derivatives and structured products team, part of our finance department, offers a broad and market-leading practice with a balanced mix of transactional and advisory work across various asset classes, jurisdictions, and product types. We advise leading financial institutions, corporates, sponsors, and other market participants.
Responsibilities
- Provide outstanding technical and commercial expertise as a Derivatives Lawyer
- Work collaboratively as part of a team and supervise more junior lawyers
- Communicate effectively orally and in writing with clients and colleagues
- Take on a high degree of responsibility and manage a challenging workload
- Contribute proactively to business development and knowledge management
- Act as a positive role model, sharing knowledge and contributing to the wider team
Requirements
- Admitted as a solicitor or barrister in England and Wales or equivalent common law qualification
- Outstanding technical and commercial experience from a leading law firm (ideally 2-5 years PQE) within Derivatives
- Strong academic record at degree and LPC level
- Tenacious and enthusiastic approach to meeting client expectations
- Highly effective communicator, both orally and in writing
- Ability to take on a high degree of responsibility and manage a challenging workload
Competencies
- Technical skills: excellent technical skills, recognised expertise, and ability to draft complex legal documents clearly
- Client relationships: anticipate and respond to client needs, delivering exceptional service and nurturing relationships
- Business advisor: identify, analyse, and prioritise complex issues, understanding their impact on technical documentation and projects
- People and team: work effectively as part of a team, coaching and mentoring junior lawyers, and building relationships across the firm
- Project management: manage time, client expectations, and deadlines effectively
- Business development: contribute to pitches, activities, and internal and external networks
- Personal skills: credible, professional, able to work with a wide range of clients and people, embracing change and taking accountability for results